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Brent Ekholm Cawley
1961 - 2016
Brent Ekholm Cawley
1961 - 2016
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Brent Cawley Obituary
Brent E. Cawley was on a trip with friends in Pemberton, BC, Canada when he was taken from us in a snowmobile accident on March 19th, 2016, he was 54 years old. He was born on October 3rd, 1961 to his father Don Cawley and Wanita Ekholm Cawley - Keating, in Seattle, WA. After graduating high school, Brent went on to briefly attended Bellevue Community College, or as his friends fondly referred to it, Brent Cawley College, before transferring to Washington State University.
At Washington State University Brent became a member of the 1982 pledge class of Kappa Sigma where he not only gained some life long friends but also a whole new house of brothers. Brent attended Washington State University until 1986 when he graduated as a manufacturing engineer. His knowledge and natural talent later made Brent an asset at Boeing. Over the years Brent become a father, a husband and a better and better friend to the many people whose lives he touched.
Brent lived life to its fullest. He made everyone feel important, like they had been friends forever. We will miss his infectious smile, hang loose hand signal, and has white boy dance moves. Words cannot fill the void felt by all, but know that his presence will always be in our hearts.
Brent soared in life, and now is soaring with Angels. I know my love is watching over me and all of us.
Brent E. Cawley is survived by his wife, Jill M. Crueger, his son, Don Cawley and daughter, Tori Cawley, his mother, Wanita Keating, his sisters Tracy Marshall (Kenny Marshall), Susan Keating (Linda Pillo); brothers, Rick Keating, Mic Keating (Debbie Keating), Jamie Keating and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Services for Brent will be held at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Mercer Island starting with a viewing at 10:30am with full services from 12:00pm to 1:00pm followed by a reception at the River Rock at Maplewood Golf Course on Maple Valley Hwy from 2:00pm to 8:00pm.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
8501 SE 40th ST
Mercer Island, WA 98040
River Rock at Maplewood Golf Course
4050 Maple Valley Highway
Renton, WA 98058
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Gary Desilet
September 12, 2016
I had 3 big opportunities to work with Brent over the years. He was a great guy with great motivations and spirit. We found ourselves sitting beside each other in a meeting a few years ago after a long while of not working together at all. We were both completely surprised, laughed heartily and spent a few months working the same project. His family, I am certain, misses him greatly. I am truly sorry for this loss.
Scott Gentry
April 5, 2016
Very sorry to hear Brent passed away.
Kim Buckholz-Day
April 3, 2016
Jill, so sad to hear this news and what a loss. I have been thinking of you and Brent and your families. Please take care of yourself.
Mark Selin
April 2, 2016
My deepest sympathies for Brent's family and loved ones. The time I spent with Brent was enjoying his winter passion together - where he seemed to pretty much always have his infectious smile on display. He'll be deeply missed.
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Marietta Sharp
April 1, 2016
Dear Jill and all of Brent's family and friends, I extend my deepest sympathy for your enormous loss. I can only hope that in time your wonderful memories of time spent with Brent and his love for you will help lessen your pain. He will always be with you in your heart.
Barbara Wright
April 1, 2016
Jill & Family,
The last time I saw Brent was after the "Ladies" Christmas Party. He came through the door and Jill was glowing and said "Hi Honey". Brent gave me a huge bear hug and thanked me for coming over. I can't explain the feeling other than feeling like a little sister being hugged by her big brother...but monumental and epic. I got to my car and looked forward to seeing Jill and Brent again. He was a great person. We are blessed to have known him. Saturday will be a day to come together and celebrate his life and be a part of the healing process. Big hugs to you Brent and family.
Dionne Stein
April 1, 2016
What an amazing and accurate tribute to Brent. This loss is nothing but heartbreaking but his cool guy smile and kindness to all will live on forever. My deepest sympathies to the families and to all of his friends, and especially to his beautiful wife.
Love you Jill.
Jason Schweiger
March 31, 2016
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Brent and us always had a great time on those Seafair boom parties!! Toni and Jason Schweiger
Lavonne. Norum
March 31, 2016
A lovely tribute to my dear and precious nephew. I have seen him grow from a frisky boy to a responsible man. So very loved by all the family. He was a loving son. To my dear sister. A very special cousin. To my children. Who were looking forward. To much more time withh him. He will be so missed. My heart and prayers. Are with his. Lovely Jill. His dear Mother. Sister Tracy And all the Keating. Family
Duke Coleman
March 31, 2016
Working side by side with Brent for many months, I understand why he is loved by so many. His strong, but kind and humble ways are inspiring. Brent, pray for the rest of us until we meet again.
Mary Griffin
March 31, 2016
To Jill and all of Brent's family, words cannot express how saddened I am to hear about Brent. He was a great guy. His warm smile followed that big bear hug he delivered every time I was welcomed into your home will remain etched in my heart forever. I am so grateful that, even though briefly, I got the chance to know him. Someone so special can never be forgotten. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Trish Williams
March 31, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cathy Shaw
March 31, 2016
Jill and all of Brent's family, our prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to you all. We didn't know Brent well, but his warm smile always made us feel welcome. We've known Jill for many years and we felt so happy to know what a wonderful man Jill had met and married. They were an awesome couple.
Blessings to you all.
Jessica Abt
March 30, 2016
To all of you who knew and loved Brent, I am so sorry for your loss. As a friend of Brent's at WSU, I will always have very fond memories of the times we spent together. He was a great guy then and, while I have not seen him in years, I sense he maintained his positive outlook until his final moments. I know he will be missed by many.
Marie Allen
March 30, 2016
Jill, I was saddened (shocked) to have heard the news of the loss of your husband. The times I saw you two together, I sensed you had found 'your guy.' I am really sorry for your loss. Please take care and know many are thinking of you during this sad time.
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