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Luette Cowell Obituary
Luette was a dedicated and beloved Home Economics teacher at Spring Valley Academy in Centerville, Ohio before starting her own company, Cowell & Co. selling advertising specialty items for over 20 years. In retirement she enjoyed sewing, traveling, reading, cooking/baking, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.
Luette loved nothing more than God and her large family. She and her husband Terry were married for over 57 years and had four kids and seven grandchildren. There was always room at the Cowell family table, and Luette was known far and wide for her cooking skills. Family, friends, neighbors, and strangers who often became family, were always welcome at the house for a meal, a piece of pie, or a glass of her amazing mint lemon iced tea. Luette was a domestic goddess, a trait she passed on to her children, many students, and friends over the years. She had a heart for serving others and over the last six months organized a group of women to sew and assemble over 1,000 reusable feminine pads for women and girls in underserved countries.
Luette is survived by her husband Terry, daughter Wendy (Doug) Pinto, son Jonathan (Lynn) Cowell, son Nathaniel (Katrina Tibbs) Cowell, daughter Emily Cowell, and dog Bella. Her grandchildren Benjamin, Sarah, Grace, Campbell, Paige, Natasha, Stan, and Travion, were her world. Watching her family grow into kind and loving followers of Jesus was her greatest earthly joy.
Luette was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Carol and Joanne, and brother Jon. She has countless nieces, nephews, cousins, sister/brother-in-laws, and friends who all loved her dearly. We are comforted by the fact that one day we will all be reunited in Heaven.
In lieu of flowers, we encourage donations to be made in Luette's name to the Worthy Student Fund at Spring Valley Academy (Centerville, OH), Adventist Disaster & Relief Agency (ADRA), or Amazing Facts - Christian Media.
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Sandi Case
October 11, 2022
I finally met the lovely Luette when we moved to Seminary at Andrews. I had heard about her from her parents (who used to park their Airstream in our driveway during APC) as well as many family members, including Gary and Gordon who thought she was a beauty.
We met when they lived at the cottage on the lake. They invited us for Friday night when they always had tacos--had we ever heard of them? They were of course, our favorite!
From that night we were kindred spirits. We were both newlyweds and had not started our families.
Luette turned out to be a woman with hidden talents. The 4 of us went camping; all of us novices except of course, the lovely Luette. In no time she had the campsite set up--she even knew how to use one of those little camp stoves. Next day we rented an aged wooden rowboat. At some point we were "becalmed" and wanted to go ashore. Gary gave rowing a try then Terry attempted it. We seemed to sort of go in circles. Then the intrepid (and still lovely) Luette applied her dainty hands and impossibly slender arms to the oars. She took a bead and rowed us straight to shore! She claimed her Dad taught her. It was quiet going back.
Your sweet lady was the most humble, compassionate and loyal person I have ever known. She was also funny, talented and beautiful. It was my privilege to call her friend and family.
Kelly Dotson
October 11, 2022
My appreciation for Mrs. Cowell came late in my SVA career- my senior year. I took a class with her, (home-something or other??) and it quickly became the favorite part of my day. That respite I got from being in her room and learning skills, talking, being listened to, it was amazing. She was so kind and funny and showed us all sorts of things I never knew I'd like (basket weaving!). Then when my friendship grew with Jon and Emily I truly learned what a special person she was. Not to mention her cooking, but everyone has mentioned that already. I mean, her and Mrs. Shull as our lunch ladies? Dreamy. She will be missed on this earth. xoxo
Erin (Brodie) Morgan
September 30, 2022
When I was a HS student at SVA, I became ill during a ski trip. She volunteered to stay back with me. I spent an entire day in the lodge with this lovely woman. We stayed in our sleeping bags and talked and talked. She listened to my teenage "traumas" and made some tea for me and probably breakfast and lunch too. I will never forget how kind she was, or her warm, beautiful smile. She was Loved very much by all of her students. I miss her and can hardly wait to see her again! To her family, I am so sorry for your unspeakable loss!
Jon & Cherie Thomas
September 29, 2022
Terry & family, we are so sad. What a beautiful family! Our hearts go out to all of you, may God be your strength during this difficult time. We´ll never forget when you came to town, such a delightful family, we especially loved the singing! So looking forward to being reunited when Jesus comes to take us home.
With our deepest sympathies!
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Dianne Leach
September 26, 2022
Luette became a beloved Friend..and she gave me such a wonderful new perspective of life ..taught me many new projects to Sew .Since my passion of sewing crocheting and baking...we soon learned we had a lot in commen ..Her love of God and her sense of sharing that love with others spilled over in all she did .We both felt the Girls project In Africa was A God given work for us to do ..I was very determined to help her..Faster then she would bring me the supplies to my house...I would call and say I am done....What she say ..yep bring me some more....She tickled me ..her laugh and Joy ..at the idea I was so into sewing I'd get our project finished so fast ...I will truly miss Luette bunches.and bunches...Looking forward to seeing Her smile in heaven....I send my love and Hugs to the Family...I grew to love as well..and so glad to have gotten the gift of Knowing There Mom ....she was a treasure..a real Joy to know and love ...
Tim & Susan Willsey
September 26, 2022
To the whole family. Terry we will pray for you and your loss. Wendy you and Jeff were in the same class. We still have pictures from those years. Jon you're a wonderful person. I always enjoy running into you. Nat you Have been also in our lives putting in carpet for Danny. Emily my favorite teacher thank you for loving to teach and giving Sam a great year. I am so sorry for your loss. Tim and I will be thinking and praying for all of you.
Steve and Kathie Leno
September 26, 2022
Terry, you and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. We look forward to the amazing reunion with our departed loved ones when Jesus calls us to join Him and the heavenly multitudes in glory. Fondly, Steve and Kathie Leno
Nancy Grillot
September 26, 2022
To Terry and family, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. You, Terry and Luette have ment a lot to me while I was growing up. Soon, very soon we will all meet again and sing with the angles to our Lord.
Bob and Carolyn Shields
September 26, 2022
Our hearts are breaking. Luette was a dear friend and colleague. May you feel God's love surround each of you. We love you all so much. We look forward to seeing Luette in a much better place. . .come soon, Lord Jesus.
Glenda Reigle
September 26, 2022
Terry and family-my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grieving, love you,
Glenda "Giz" Reigle
Darlene M.
September 26, 2022
Terry & family, My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time. My God bless & comfort you In the days ahead.
Dianah Mihal
September 26, 2022
A Blessing to all.
Trudy and Dean Johnson
September 25, 2022
One of the last things she said to us was she was "trusting" the Lord. I am so grateful that one day we will be reunited to never ever say "goodbye" again. Treasured memories to cherish and hold tightly in our hearts. Missing her . . .
Kim Barton
September 25, 2022
She was one of the sweetest dearest person Had the best smile
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