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Rob Bowker
July 13, 2009
Uncle Ron will be greatly missed. His warm smile when we visited was always a nice welcome. I will never forget his fantastic "spaghetti" that he always made with such pride. With sympathy, his nephew, Rob Bowker
Jayne Hitchcock Halligan
June 27, 2009
While reading the notes from Aunt Marian, Uncle Bob, and several cousins, I realize how scattered families are. It is sad. As the oldest Bowker neice, I remember Uncle Ron's wit and impish grin. He was very special and will be misseed. Love and prayers to Aunt MJ, Steve, and Dave.
John Tuttle
June 27, 2009
Hi Mary Jane, I have fond memories of you and Ron, even after over 45 years without seeing you two. Bev has kept me up-to-date on you and your family, however, I wish I had seen Ron in recent years. Your wonderful memories of Ron will bode you well, as will your fine family.God bless you all.
Anita Abens
June 27, 2009
Dear Mary Jane,
My Prayers & thoughts are with you.
With my love & Sympathy,
Neta
Bill Gowler
June 26, 2009
My prayers are for God's comfort for Mary and their sons and daughters-in-law. Ron, despite his often " hang loose " demeanor, was a consummate professional. He was mentor to many, a leader in his profession, and a genuine friend.
Paula Cassidy
June 25, 2009
Ron was Registrar when I began working at UCSD in 1978. It was so much fun during his reign. With his staff, he'd say "Come on in" whenever you needed to talk. He was always casual, engaging, and considered what you were saying which made you feel comfortable and confident. This is what I remember about him and will never forget. And a great sense of humor!
Candy Garner
June 24, 2009
I became part of Ron's UCSD family as a student assistant in 1972. I was immediately in awe of this confident and thoughtful man who often seemed deep in thought. He was sweet, charming, and always ready with a smile. I will miss his wonderful ways forever. He mentored so many and was an outstanding and generous gentleman.
Mark Hitchcock
June 23, 2009
Dear Aunt Mary, Steve and Dave
My deepest sympathy and prayers go to you. I have fond memories of our big reunion in Las Vegas. Distance keeps the family from enjoying more of them.
Mark Hitchcock
Dorothy Kenerson
June 23, 2009
Dear Family,
My brother will sorely be missed.I have special memories of Mary and Ron's 50th Wedding Anniversary with all my siblings. I thank God for my loving family and look forward to our
GREAT Reunion.
My love and prayers to all.
Big sister, Dorothy
Nancy Sprotte
June 22, 2009
I worked with Ron on the Las Vegas AACRAO meeting in 1987. He lead a wonderful collection of individuals through an important and challenging task. I still think of those days.
I send my thoughts and prayers to Ron's extended family.
George Gilmore
June 22, 2009
I had the honor of meeting Ron one time, in the summer of 2004 soon after becoming UCSD University Registrar. He took several hours of his time to share with me his experiences as UCSD registrar and to offer his support and best wishes. I did not need to spend more time with him to recognize that he was a consummate professional and a genuinely thoughtful human being. I never saw Ron again after that day but the memory of the hours we spent talking remains with me.
Rosemary Ownbey
June 22, 2009
I've only briefly met Ron, but know he had to be a terrific guy to pick Mary for his loving wife. She is terrific.
Love, Rosemary
The Mellien and Pata family's
June 22, 2009
Ron was a close friend to our family for many years and will be greatly missed by all of us. I, Dennis worked with Ron beginning in the early 1960's in Chigago until his retirement from UCSD in 1992. He was a big brother to me with his guidance, generosity and humor.
ron Hootman
June 21, 2009
Ron Bowker was one of the nicest, most
fun persons I have ever met, personally and professionally. I knew
ron when he was admissions officer at UCSD and he was one of the first admissions officers to see the need of
using our non-profit, Career Guidance Foundations' College Catalog Collection. Later he bought Scheduler 25 a computer program from me that greatly advanced class scheduling. I met and attended many
admission and Registrars Conventions with Ron and met Rons' lovely wife mary at
a party at Harry Coopers' home in the
Farm. Ron you will be missed. Not only by your colleagues, but all the friends you made along the way and I
know most of all, by your family. God
bless you and keep you close. your
friend, ron hootman.
Matt Goebel
June 21, 2009
Aunt Mary Jane, Steve, and Dave
We are thinking about you every day and especially today on Father's day. Uncle Ron was a great guy and we will miss him.
Farewell.
William Stiles
June 19, 2009
I wish to offer my condolences to the family of Ron Bowker on his recent untimely passing. As a UCSD Admissions Outreach and Recruitment Officer, I worked under Ron during previous trying times in the evolution of UCSD as a high profile UC campus. We could use more people with Ron's patience, wit and wisdom during the present difficulties the UC and UCSD are presently confronted with. We have and will miss you Ron...rest in peace!
Bill Stiles, Admissions Officer
UC San Diego
Leila Gavin
June 18, 2009
Mary and family
It has been very many years that have passed but always I will remember you Mary, Ron and your sons for your kindness to Janina and I. It seems only yesterday. I remember meeting Ron just once through you and thought how fortunate you were to have such a loving and caring husband and father in your life. May Ron rest in peace and our prayers are with you and your family.
Leila Gavin
Jon and Julie Bowker
June 18, 2009
Uncle Ron will always be remembered for his sense of humor, generosity, and selflessness. We will continue to love and remember a wonderful Uncle, and a great man.
Don Bowker
June 17, 2009
I remember Cousin Ron fondly. I remember him helping Mom & Dad (Yvonne & Herb) a lot when they lived in San Diego. Unfortunately, we never got together much, but I am thankful we all were together once, not too many years ago, when they were in Oregon. Bev & I are thinking of Mary, and family. May all the pleasant memories you have of Uncle Ron, help you at this time. Don & Bev Bowker
Buck Scents
June 17, 2009
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.
Beverly Ulvenes
June 17, 2009
A dear friend and classmate,we enjoyed our friendship for many years.I attended Mary Janes high School graduation with him in Big Rock Illinois!!My husband Bob and I loved Ron dearly, and Mary Jane is one of my dearest friends from High School days
back in Sandwich Illinois.We will miss Ron!!
Beverly (Tuttltle) Ulvenes Kansas City,
Missouri
Jennie Bowker-Fuerst
June 17, 2009
Uncle Ron was a loving man who always had a smile on his face. He will be dearly missed.
Robert Bowker
June 17, 2009
Thanks "Big Brother" for the advice you gave and the support you have shown me throughout my entire life. You were a true role model and I cherish the many memories you have given me. You will be greatly missed.
Jackie Keck
June 17, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful uncle. Uncle Ron's sense of humor, kindness, and caring will be greatly missed. We will love you always and cherish the fond memories. ~The Keck Family
Richard Yount
June 17, 2009
Thank you for a life that had such a positive working in our profession. I knew Ron only professionally through AACRAO but his humor and wonderful smile were always there.
Mary Louise Bowker-Ray
June 17, 2009
I am a cousin from Ron's fathers brother. I was so happy when I found
out where they were. Ron always said
he rememberd me as a little girl with
long curls. I lived in Iowa At the time. This is a hard person to lose.
Pamela Fruge
June 17, 2009
I have fond memories of working with Ron at UCSD. He always had time for anyone who needed his ear, and always had a positive disposition.
Fred Atchison
June 17, 2009
Ron was a generous mentor and one of the most genuine people it has ever been my pleasure to know. His imprint on the professions of Registrar and Admissions will be felt for many years to come.
There must be a new star in the heavens with his passing.
Joan & Mark Hartman
June 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Marian @ Jerry Schroeder
June 16, 2009
To my Dear Family,
I will miss my brother Ron so very much. I treasure the times we had together.
We love you all and our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Marie Fisher
June 16, 2009
I was so happy to spend time with Ron in February. He was a very special Uncle and I will miss him very much. I love you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. Ron will always have a special place in my heart.
Carla Ferri
June 16, 2009
I was very sorry to hear about Ron not being with us anymore. Ron was a wonderful colleague and good friend. He was the life and the voice of good reason at our often contentious Amissions Officers meetings. I learned a lot from him and I count him as one of my best colleagues at UC.
Carla M. Ferri, Former Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Office of the President, University of California
Dorothy & Michael Kane
June 15, 2009
Ron was a good man and a good friend. We feel lucky to have known him for over thirty years. We are happy we were able to share memories with him just a few days before he passed.
Bob Starkey
June 15, 2009
Ron was a colleague and friend since he joined UCSD in 1968 - forty one years ago. We worked together and socialized as well. Ron was always a positive individual; always looked at the bright side of things; always willing to work out solutions to problems. Ron's many friends will miss him but will never forget him.
Jim Blackburn
June 15, 2009
Ron did a good job in a challenging position. He also was more than willing to share his considerable expertise with colleagues. Our profession is much the better for his having been part of it. Jim Blackburn, CSU Office of the Chancellor
Tom Bond
June 15, 2009
Ron was one of the nicest people I ever worked with. He handled the job of admissions director at UCSD with grace and competence- always balancing the faculty desire for academic credentials with the student/administration desire for diversity! Tom Bond (Revelle provost emeritus, Santa Rosa Ca.)
Donn & Bobbie O'Neil
June 15, 2009
A dear friend for forty years who was caring, loved humor, and I will miss him dearly.
John McCleary
June 14, 2009
I have enjoyed the pleasure of Ron’s company and friendship for over forty years beginning when he came to UCSD in 1968. As the Registrar and Admissions Officer, he was an ardent supporter of technology and computing to improve record keeping and the entire student experience.
Lea Rudee
June 14, 2009
Ron was a wonderful, friendly, and wise co-worker all the time I was in the UCSD academic administration.
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