Ian Mowry Obituary
He served 20 years in the United States Air Force from 1953-1973 and retired as a Technical Sargent with honors . He was part of the Korean and Vietnam War working as a communications supply officer, a photographer and a gunsmith. He received several medals, including medals for Vietnam Service, Republic Vietnam Campaign, Air and Space Longevity, National Defense, Bronze Star and Air Force good conduct.
After the service he continued doing photography and took photos for Life Magazine all over the world. He could tell a story about all his photos. He owned a gun shop in Sweet Home. Ian taught gun safety classes and reloaded his own bullets. He loved riding his Harley Davidson Trike.
Ian is survived by his children: Elizabeth Ann Griffin of Baker City, Randy Coleman of Ventura, California, Rick Coleman of Albany, Robert Coleman of Thousand Oaks, California, Tammy Coleman of Hubbard, Shelly Stuart of Bend; 17 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Jean Mowry and son Paul Coleman.
A service with military honors will be 11am, Friday, February 20, 2026 at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland. Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling arrangements. www.sweethomefuneral.com.
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Randy Coleman
February 11, 2026
Robert Coleman
February 11, 2026
Ian was such a big hearted man. Always willing to help somebody. Loved to ride his Harleys. I'll miss the days of hunting stories and hunting with him, many outings and hearing his voice as he tells stories from his life on Earth. Sharron will miss making him homemade fudge and sending it to him. Going out to dinners. Just sitting around talking to him and looking at the thousands of pictures he has taken while on his Air Force missions/travels and photos of home, out fishing, target practice, our rides across some of the states on our Harleys. We will miss him dearly. But, will never forget him! I think of him every day and every single Veterans Day and thank him for his service. I salute you. Rest in Peace with mom.
We love you.
Robert and Sharron.
Randy Coleman
February 10, 2026
Rest in Peace Ian. Thanks for the memories, your dedication to the family and all you've touched in your life, and those that surround you. Thank you for your service and your commitment to Freedom for us all. We will always remember all the family reunions, our Harley rides, camping and your generosity to all. Now you can ride your Harley trike with wings! Love, Randy and Nancy
Vicki Diggs
February 9, 2026
Love you Uncle Ian. Till we see each other again. Rest in peace. Love Vicki
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Ray and Ann Griffin
February 9, 2026
Dad you were the best. Always a great listener. You were always Johnny on the spot if someone needed your help, without a question. You were so full of knowledge. You were excellent no matter what you did. You took thousands of beautiful pictures wherever you went. We thank you for all your love and support. We will miss you forever. You are with mom now, give her our love too. God Bless Dad and thank you for all.
Ray and Ann Griffin
Evelyn Scott
February 9, 2026
I love you so much great papa. Thank you for everything you have done not only for your family but this country. I will never forget the ride we took on your bike. You will forever be missed
Kevin Hoffman
January 30, 2026
Ian Mowry was a good friend. He was always a wealth of knowledge when it came to firearms and the shooting sports. He will be missed
Sweet Home RV Center LLC
January 30, 2026
Ian was our customer and we worked together for lots of years. Loved him, so gentle and light hearted. Riding his motorcyle and all the stories he shared. Made me laugh! Soar with the angels.
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