Photo courtesy of Hawthorne Funeral Home - Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, Washington
1944 - 2024
Gilbert L. Dawson 80, passed peacefully on December 31, 2024 with his loving family at his side. Gil was born in Bellingham on June 12, 1944 the 7th child of Robert and Ina (Cowan) Dawson. He grew up on the family berry farm in Lynden and graduated in 1962 from Lynden High School. He retired from the Bellingham Georgia Pacific Paper Company in 2000 after 35 years.
Gil was a self-taught musician, singing & playing guitar with his group Winchester over the years. One of his favorite places was the Deming Log Show where he was always with good friends and family. He loved his family, making music, old cars, home remodeling, road trips, exploring antique shops, sports and especially watching his grandchildren play sports.
He met Linda Trammell in 1982 and on December 31, 1988 they married at their home in Sedro-Woolley. Together they created a full household with their 3 boys.
He was so proud of his sons and grandchildren and took pride in telling everyone of their hard work and accomplishments.
He is survived by his wife & partner of 42 years, Linda, his sons Derek (MJ) Dawson, Shannon Trammell, Justin (Jada) Trammell. Grandchildren Reid, Carter, Raegan, Tanner, Kiah Trammell and Ira Marie Dawson. Also survived by his sisters, Barbara (Lonnie) Cowin and Sharon (Tom) Nevarez, brothers-in-laws Mike (Debra) Chance, Richard (Patty) Chance, Don (Grace) Chance, sister-in-law Shirley Chance & mother-in-law Lorrie Chance.
He was predeceased by brothers, Gene, Tom, Bill & Jim Dawson, sisters Pauline Rector, Betty Pike & Dorothy DeSherlia, brother-in-law Tony Chance & father-in-law John Chance.
He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Read MoreI worked with Gil for many years at GP. He was a hard worker and great teacher. We shared stories about singing and he was a wonderful guitar player. After his retirement, I lost track of him. My condolences to all his family and I pray you find peace and comfort in knowing many others share your loss.
Kon Lemperes
January 24, 2025 | Work
I was just thinking about you guys around the holidays and wondering how you were doing. I have so many wonderful memories playing music with Gil. Praying he is in heaven playing guitar for Jesus.❤❤
Kathy Williams
January 09, 2025 | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cynthia Rust
January 08, 2025 | Kent, WA | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cindy Rust
January 08, 2025 | Kent, WA | Friend
Worked with Gil many years, good guitar player, pleasant person.
Robert French
January 06, 2025 | Work
Such a wonderful man you were Uncle Gil!! You will forever be in our hearts and minds as we have wonderful memories of you. We will love you and miss you always. Love Sheri, Courtney and Colby Dills
Sheri Dills
January 06, 2025 | Ephrata, WA | Family
I knew Gil when I was 10 years old. He was a friend of my mother´s in 1968. I would ask him to sing me songs as he played his guitar. Mostly Johnny Cash songs. I like him as he was a good man with a good spirit. I often thought about him and wondered how his life turned out. To his family and friends I am Sorry for your loss.
Terry Vess
January 05, 2025 | Other
Linda & family
so sorry for your loss, Cherish your memories.
Joyce Holland
January 04, 2025 | Sedro Woolley, WA
