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Loretta Bowersock Obituary
Bowersock is the mother of Valley businesswoman Terry Bowersock. She helped her daughter establish the multimillion-dollar Terri's Consign & Design Furnishings chain, based in Tempe, Arizona, in the late 1980s.
At various times in her life she was an avid horseback rider, tennis player and bridge player.
Memories and Condolences
for Loretta Bowersock
101 Entries
Amy Trent
August 7, 2025
I just saw the program of your most unfortunate story. I am truely saddened by your loss. I pray that you and yours have found peace.
August 9th, 2025. 2:00 am.
Amy Trent
Mesa, Arizona
October 4, 2012
We love you
Terri and linda
Rock Kauffman
October 21, 2006
Dear Terry, I just heard about your wonderful mother who I last talked to about 8 years ago.She called me in regards to the Oprah show you were on..She was so proud of you and as you know Loved you so much This is Rock kauffman I worked for you at the consignment shop in Tempe...(1982)
You both were so good to me and even though I did not work for you long,You both believed in me and helped point me in the right direction. I moved to Grand Rapids Michigan and today own Rock home Studio a high end furniture and Design studio, as well I own with my mother, Sharon Failey a Consignment furniture store called "Hush".
I thought Loretta was one of the classiest Ladies I ever knew and always thought you two were a great team. The last time I heard from her was a Christmas card and she was in California...Terry,I hope to cross your path again some day...I have always been greatful for the early teachers in my career.
Craig Corato
July 6, 2006
Dear Terri,
I have been trying to follow this for some time now. It is so hard to believe what has happened. As you know I lived with Loretta and Taw for some time when I was in Tempe. Our prayers are still with you.
Regards,
Craig Corato
Steven Serrano
January 26, 2006
Dear Terri,
Your Mother was the tennis pro at the San Marcos Hotel in Chandler in the mid 1970's. Anyone playing tennis in Chandler in those years knew your Mom. She taught me and several of my brothers and sisters at the hotel. When I drive by the remains of the old tennis courts I think of those days when your mom would yell across the net when I was serving, "throw the ball higher!"
My family has followed your good fortune through the years and glad that your Mom was a part of it.
Please accept our sincere and heartfelt sympathy on her passing.
Steve Serrano
Sandi and Denny Jones
January 24, 2006
Teri, From the very first time I heard the story of your mom I was compelled to following it very closely. I lost my mom in 1999 but not as tragically as you lost yours. Even though my mom and I had our differences there is nothing like the friendship that we have with our mother. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you can reach closure now.
Alma Dreier Heppner
January 24, 2006
Terri,we've never met but I was a very close friend of your Aunt Kay L. You are a rock and your strength is unbelievable.I am so so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Neoma and Don Boersma
January 22, 2006
I only remember meeting Loretta one time. It was after our own tragic accident. She and Dave came to see us and brought a really nice suit for our two-year-old son. I remember her as a lovely caring person. I'm sure you have many lovely memories. God bless you.
Patty and Dan Foss
January 21, 2006
Terri and Family,
Please know that you have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Loretta was a truly lovely lady and our lives were enriched by knowing her.
Patty and Dan Foss
Mary M. Streza
January 20, 2006
I have always felt I knew you Terry as yours was one of the earlier ads on TV that caught my eye when I arrived in Phoenix from Ohio. Having said that, my prayers have been strong that you would find your mother, in God's time and as someone earlier so nicely put-to be able to settle her at rest in a place you can spend with her there and more importantly from personal perspective, visualize that place any time and talk to her. And from my personal experience, hang on for the ride. Whenever I think about what to do about something and wish my mother were still alive, her advice always pops in to my mind. Our mothers will never be gone...That is just how the marvelous creature of God named "MOTHER" works.
With Love and Prayers, In His Name,
Mary Streza
Jim and Marybeth Vetter
January 19, 2006
Our most profound expression of sympathy to all of Loretta's family. Our prayers are with each and every one of ya'll.
Louise R. Short
January 19, 2006
I am so very sorry all this happened but I am so glad your Mom has been found. Now you can give her a proper burial and have a place to visit and talk with her.
Patricia Meacham
January 19, 2006
I'm thinking of you and your families, hopefully now this will bring closure.
Much Love
Pat (Beeson) Meacham
Mary Jo Robertson Anderson
January 18, 2006
As classmates of Shirley and Sid Gates, Del and I send our best wishes to the family for peace and comfort to replace anxiety and sadness. I'm sorry not to have had the pleasure of knowing Loretta, but am sure our world is better for her presence in it.
Janet (Gray) Anderson
January 17, 2006
Loretta and I were classmates in the Newton High School class of 1953. I remember a lot of good high school memories. We ran around with the same high school friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Monte Summers
January 17, 2006
To Lorettas' family! I am a friend of Darla and many years ago took tennis lessons from Loretta. What a
happy and joyful person she was. She was so patient and encouraging while she instructed. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to be around such a woman. My thoughts and prayers have been with all of you over the past year plus and they will continue to be with each of you.
Monte Summers
Doris & Gene Hawkey
January 16, 2006
We hope this will bring some closure and peace of heart & soul for the lose of your family member.
God Bless you all. Gene & Doris Hawkey. We went to school with the the McJilton family.
Neta & Ruel Wagner
January 16, 2006
Dear Terri,
We lived in Newton and then in Wichita when your mom and dad lived there. The last time we saw you, you were a very little girl, but we knew your mom well. We remember fondly the card games we played at her home after work at Arthur Murray's. She was one of my favorite dance partners, she did love to Lindy. Even after teaching when we were tired, if someone mentioned going dancing she was always ready. We also played tennis together when she visited in California or at reunions in Newton. We loved her and miss her. Our sincerest condolences go out to you and we will always remember her.
Beverly (Hanson) Gering
January 16, 2006
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
susan hughes
January 14, 2006
Terri-You have been a beautiful "hint" of God's love as you journeyed through finding your mother this past year-you have exemplified compassion, understanding, forgiveness, acceptance, determination and love.
You are a "reflection" of God,s love. And we thank YOU!
Kim & Alvin Smith
January 14, 2006
Know you can rest in peace, god bless you!
Tamee Moriarty (jennings)
January 14, 2006
Dear Terri,
Tim and I are so sorry. We hope that you and your family can start mending your hearts. Take care.
Margaret Balli
January 14, 2006
Terri, my heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family.
You are such an inspiration to this State of Arizona, where you consistently continued to look for your mother.
How strong and brave you are!
You are a Model daughter and your Precious mother would be so proud of you.
Hold your head up and be proud of who and what you are.....
Take care of yourself now and May God grant you many many blessings in your life....
Ronda Rawlins
January 13, 2006
God bless you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimarie Torres
January 13, 2006
What a gorgeous lady. What a sad, tragic end. I'm terribly sorry this had to happen to you. But, God took another angel. We will miss you.
Robert Dancy
January 13, 2006
May god bless you and your family
Fran Castle
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri, We sometimes do not always know the reasons our Heavenly Father calls one of his children home, however it is a comfort to know that your mother is at rest where there is no pain, no suffering, nor sorrow. Her spirit will remain with you in every breath that you take. May the Lord Bless you and comfort you during this time of great sadness.
Vert Williams
January 13, 2006
Terri,my heart goes out to you and your family, but now that you have closure it will get easier for you to move on. God is so good and He will walk with you every step of the way, just as He always has. You are a very blessed woman,God has given you a good life. As long as you have time in your life for Him, He will see you through anything.Your mom is with God and there is NO greater blessing than that. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Sherry Butler
January 13, 2006
Terri,
You are a strong woman and have continued to show your strength during this tragedy. These experiences will only lift you to another level of service to humanity. You are an inspiration. God Bless you.
Tanya Doede
January 13, 2006
I can't stop crying it is soo sad what happend to your mom. You are so strong. I dont know what I would do if it was my mom. : (
Diane Fields
January 13, 2006
Dear Daughter,
Your Mother would be proud of how you have conducted yourself during this sad part of your life. God will surely use this time as a tool to help others. I have attended gatherings to listen to your story and I was blessed by your honesty. May you always be a blessing to others.
Sylvia Simental
January 13, 2006
Terri,
I watched you speak of your mothers finding and thought to myself...what a remarkable person you are. I heard you say that you cannot be angry and hateful because that is not who you are. That is what I mean by remarkable. I know that it is Our Good Lord helping you get through all of this. Your mother was such a beautiful woman and I am sure that you get your great values from her. Let her be your sunshine that shines upon your face. The breeze that makes you embrace yourself, and the shining star that lights up your sky at night. May God Bless You and Your Family
Sincerely Yours.
Sylvia Simental
Wanita
January 13, 2006
I'm so very sorry about your loss.
LARRY HALL
January 13, 2006
The loss you have suffered is almost unbearable, you handled it with great poise and strength. Now that you have closure, the healing will come, stay strong, may God bless.
Marjorie Pugh
January 13, 2006
Terri, my condolences to you. You and your mother have been in my prayers since that dark day that she disappeared. Having met you and listened to you at a seminar, I know how deeply you cared for her, you were there for each other. She is still there for you, just from the other side. Keep your faith, and God be with you and guide you.
Allan Crouch
January 13, 2006
Terry- I had the pleasure of working for you and meeting your mother years ago and am very saddened by the loss of a lady that I know meant the world to you. She was a very strong person and will be deeply missed. Terry you take care of yourself, you are a chip off the ole block and a part of her will always be in you. God Bless you and your family. Please know I have been thinking of you during this whole ordeal.
LeAnn Boles
January 13, 2006
I hope that finding her will help with some sort of closure to the family & friends who knew Ms. Bowersock. My thoughts are with you. All my best.
LeAnn
Roxanna Cabanillas
January 13, 2006
Terri and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and God Bless you always.
Cabanillas Family
Marianne Spinnato
January 13, 2006
Terri,
You are a pillar, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you and May your Mother finally rest in peace.
Paula Hubbs Cohen
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri, Everyone in this guest book calls you by your first name because we all feel like we know you personally. First from your business endeavors, but especially from this tragic experience. It is truly beyond imagination what you have been through and I hope that the grace you have displayed in public spills over into your private moments.
Lisa
January 13, 2006
Terri, my heart goes out to you and your family. I've never met you or your mother, but I've followed this story. I cannot even imagine the emotions you have and are still feeling. Please know that many of us in the Valley are there for you and you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Molly Estrella
January 13, 2006
Terri,
From our home to yours, we send prays and positive thoughts. What you've been through is unimaginable and yet you have maintained your faith and kindness. You clearly have the support of loving friends and family!
Fred Jordan
January 13, 2006
Terri,
I just wanted to express my condolences for your loss. I know your mom passed some time ago but with finally finding her I'm sure it is still very fresh in your mind and heart. I look at the picture posted here and see how beautiful a woman she was and what a loss this world took when she left us. You are in my prayers.
Fred Jordan
Pam Gasswint
January 13, 2006
Terri, my thoughts and prayers have been with you this entire time and continue to be. Take care of yourself...Pam
Monique Dock
January 13, 2006
Dear Teri,
I lost my mom 28 years ago,there's never a day I don't think about her. I've seen you on the news and think your a strong and fine women, I'd like to meet you some day. God bless you and take care.
Barbara
January 13, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Keep your memories close
Lisa Edwards
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri,
I just want to say how sorry I am that this event has happened to your family. Nobody should ever have to go through something like this. I'm glad that your mom is at peace at last, and I hope that gives you and your family peace as well. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. God Bless.
Christy
January 13, 2006
I am so glad that Loretta has finally been found and the family finally has some closure. God bless them all in this great time of sadness.
Betty & Dave Tate
January 13, 2006
We want to express our sympathy for the loss of your mother. We did not know her, but have been most impressed by your conduct during this stressful time. Your love and devotion to her has earned you a special spot in heaven. Betty & Dave Tate
Michelle Miller
January 13, 2006
No woman should lose their mother the tragic way you did. May the love and memories of your mom help you through this tough time.
May god Bless
June and Ron Goldman
January 13, 2006
Teri,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies at this time.
Aramburo Family
January 13, 2006
May God bless you and your loved ones. Your mom can now rest in peace.
Gale Dyer
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri,
As I listened to you on television last night I realized what a compassionate person you are. Even though we don't know each other I would like to send my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Annette Holden
January 13, 2006
Dear Teri,
I too lost my mother in a tragic way so I know exactly how you feel.
I am thankful for you to finally have closure. May God bring you comfort and peace.
Kelly Sepe
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri,
May God give you peace in you life & bless you. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Cherish the memories of your dear mom everyday of you life.
Kathleen Santangelo
January 13, 2006
Terri:
We have not spoke for a long time but you have been in my wishes to the universe. I am relieved that you have closure with your mom. I certainly enjoyed the time that I knew her and the time spent with her - one of the most memorable being Thanksgiving dinner in California. No matter what, she always loved you and believed in you.
Love to you and your family, Kathleen
eloise rangel
January 13, 2006
Teri,
I am glad that your mother was found and now you can have at least some closure with this tragic situation. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ann
January 13, 2006
Teri,
My prayers are with you. Find comfort knowing that your Mother is
now resting in peace. God Bless You
Edith Touvell
January 13, 2006
Terri, You and I have been through alot in our early years at Terri's, I am ever gratful for those years of learning and your mom, Loretta was a part of them. Loretta sold us our first home in AZ. I was AZ there when she was discovered missing and was sad to learn of that. This has been one of your toughest roads, but know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers. It will be good that now you have closure and you can go on. I will continue to pray for you durning this most difficult time of mourning. She was a good woman and I know you will miss her greatly. God Bless you.
Sharon Dean
January 13, 2006
I lived in the Scottsdale area for over 20 years. I enjoyed shopping at Terry's Consignment and visited with Loretta occassionally. She will be missed.
Mary Williamson
January 13, 2006
Terri, May god bless and protect you. Your mother is in a wonderful place and she is with you everyday.
TJ
January 13, 2006
For the sake of closure, I kept hoping that it was your mother. I lost my brother 18 years ago and I don't know what my family would have done had we not known where his final resting place was. I hope this will help to bring some closure to you and your family.
Hannah Duhon
January 13, 2006
Terri, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother will alway's be in you heart. Remember her alway's....
Suzy Buck
January 13, 2006
Terri ...
You are a 'class act' ... and have always a been class act in this town. Your comments to the press on Thursday, again revealed your true kind and generous heart. Just know ... that everyone in this Valley is behind you and would love to give you a hug if they could. Cherish your memories.
Wendy Rawson
January 13, 2006
My heart goes out to you more than you know. My mother has been missing for 20 years now. I can imagine the mixture of relief and pain you must be feeling right now. Thank God that you can now have the closure that all families of missing people pray for. May your mother rest in peace.
Sharon Gray
January 13, 2006
Peace be with you, your Mother and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
J. Ramirez
January 13, 2006
Terri- I am very sorry for your lost. One day soon the memories of your mom will bring you happiness and smiles. You are in my thoughts.
David Short
January 13, 2006
Teri, I pray that you and your family will find peace now, knowing that your mother is in a better place. Be strong. You are a great person & I know you will make it through.
David
Mrs. Linder
January 13, 2006
Dear Terry,
I didn't know your Mom and I've never met you, but each time I see the beautiful pieces I bought at your store, you and your Mom always come to mind. God Bless you.
chris hawley
January 13, 2006
your story touched my heart. I am glad you found your mom. God bless.
Jacole Martinez
January 13, 2006
I am glad that you and your family can now have closure. Be at peace that she is with our loving Lord.
God Bless.
Shelley
January 13, 2006
Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Hopefully you will now have some closure. Remember the good times and hold them close. May your Mom finally rest in peace. God Bless You.
Barbara Floyd
January 13, 2006
I have followed your personal business success story throughout the years and followed closely your experiece and sorrow with the death of your mom. My young daugher and I started Gooseberries Tea Room many years ago and so I could relate to your close mother-daughter relationship. Now I publish The Country Register and The Antique Regiser. Just wanted you to know that lots and lots of people have been thinking of you throughout this sad experience. Barbara Floyd
Fabian Pacheco
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and comfort you.
Mary Vredenburg
January 13, 2006
Treasure the good times. Keep your memories close and your friends closer.
Scott Clement
January 13, 2006
I am sorry for your loss but hopefully you will have some comfort in being able to put your mother to rest. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jodi Powers
January 13, 2006
You and I see one another at occasional social events. In between those times, my mother and I have shopped together at just about all your stores. Like your mother, mine is a classic. Anytime you want some motherly attention, you come on over! My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Courtney Welsh
January 13, 2006
My heart goes out to the Bowersock family and friends of Loretta. It's been a long 13months with no questions answered. I'm happy that Terri finally has her Mother back and now that she has closure, she can begin her healing process. You're in my thoughts
Leigh Dechaine
January 13, 2006
Prayers and condolences go out to Loretta and her family.
Dawn Planty
January 13, 2006
So sorry for your loss. Cherish the good memories with your mom and hold them close. God Bless you and keep you.
TAMMY
January 13, 2006
Dear Terri: You & family are in our prayers all the way here in Arkansas. Your mother was a beautiful person and that will continue in you.
Kris Godinez
January 13, 2006
No family should have to go through what you have gone through. I grieve for you loss, but am happy that you now have some answers. Your family is in my prayers. Sincerely, Kris Godinez
Eileen Roselli
January 13, 2006
Rest in Peace Loretta. God Bless you Terri and all of Loretta's family and friends during this most difficult of times.
Mary McBride
January 13, 2006
May you be comforted & blessed at
this long awaited time. May this
closure bring peace and rememberances of the special times
& memories your family shared with
your precioual Mother.
Mary Roy
January 13, 2006
Terry, I'm sorry for your lost.
Mary-Jo Raffone
January 13, 2006
Terri, I am so glad that closure has finally come. Closure is very helpful in the grieving process. I am sorry for all you have been through. I remember hugging both your mom and Taw at the Unity church. Hold on tight to all the spiritual principles your mom taught you and they will help you get through this. All my best to you.
Valerie Williamson
January 12, 2006
Praise God you now have closure. May He give you peace in your heart and grace everyday.
Mary Cruz
January 12, 2006
My deepest sympathy to your family. May God's peace with you during this most difficult time. I admire your perseverance in looking for your beloved Mother, now she can have a dignified resting place. God bless you. Joshua 1:9
Marilyn Ostrow
January 12, 2006
Terri, I am so glad that your mother was found, and that you now have some closure.
Patty Petersen
January 12, 2006
The family can finally have a sense of closure. Terri, your diligence has been an amazing display of human strength. I am relieved that you will no longer be on the quest to find your mother. You can sit, reflect and have words with your mother in a quiet place that is long deserved. God bless you!
Anne Kirkman
January 12, 2006
You have been such an exemplary daughter and I know your feelings now are a mixture of grief and relief. Our thoughts are with you as you prepare to say your final goodbye. Your mother was very lucky to have you and I'm sure you felt lucky to have her in your life.
debbi phillips
January 12, 2006
God bless your family with his love. My Families prayers are with you. May your heart be at peace at last.
Judy Moore
January 12, 2006
I know how it feels to lose a mother as I lost mine twenty years ago. I just want you to know that she will be with you in spirit always! The love she had shown to you will never die!
Yvonne Marchese
January 12, 2006
Terry,
I am so very grateful that you are able to bring your mother home for her final rest. You have been and will continue to be in my prayers.
Much love,
Trini DeMarco
January 12, 2006
Our love and prayers are with you.
jen carrera
January 12, 2006
My prayer for you has been answered. Thank God you have can now put her remains in peace.
Austin Rapp
January 12, 2006
Hello, my name is Austin Rapp. I am 13 years old. I am very sorry about what has happened. I saw Loretta's picture on the news and she looks like a very kind-hearted woman. Always full of joy and laughter. It made me think of my grandmother when i looked at her face. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Respectfully Yours,
Austin Rapp
Courtney Sokol
January 12, 2006
Terri, I am SO Sorry to hear about your loss. There is finally closure for you and your family. God Bless You.....
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