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Douglas Elwood Bond

1933 - 2006

BORN

1933

DIED

2006

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Douglas Bond Obituary

DOUGLAS ELWOOD BOND

September 21, 1933 – June 12, 2006

"Serve the Lord with gladness."

Psalm 100:2a

After a three-year journey through leukemia, and a stem-cell transplant, Douglas Elwood Bond passed into glory Monday, June 12, with his family at his side. All who knew and loved him are invited to funeral services to be held at 4:00 p.m., Father's Day Sunday, June 18, 2006 at the Douglas E. Bond Gymnasium, Tacoma Baptist Schools, 2052, So 64th St., Tacoma.

Born in Bellingham to Elwood and Leona Bond, he graduated from Kelso High School, earned a BA at Seattle Pacific University, an MA from Pacific Lutheran University, and a PHD from United States International University, San Diego, CA.

In 1956 Bond became a systems engineer for Western Electric Company and trained at Massachusetts Institute of Technology in groundbreaking computer science for his work on the SAGE Project, a top-secret Cold War early warning defense system.

He married Mary Jane Baldwin in 1956 in Longview, WA, and they were blessed with two children: Tilda Jean (Jim) Hunter and Douglas (Cheryl) Bond, Jr. After living many years in Tacoma, in 1990 they moved to the home which he designed and built

on Anderson Island, a place he considered to be a foretaste of heaven.

In 1964 he left engineering to become the administrator of Tacoma Baptist Schools, the first evangelical Christian school in the south Puget Sound region. "Serve the Lord with gladness" (Psalm 100: 2a), became his lifelong motto. A builder and problem solver at heart, Bond believed that Christian education ought to prepare young people for lives of humble service to God. He taught this by precept but more by his eagerness to take on any task, no matter how menial. For over thirty-seven years, Bond also "served the Lord with "gladness" by building and maintaining the facilities on the Tacoma Baptist campus. Alongside their algebra and geometry, many young people have learned how to swing a hammer, or dig a ditch, or repair a drainpipe by following Bond's work ethic.

Bond is survived by his loving wife, his daughter and son, nine grandchildren, one great granddaughter, two sisters: Kathleen Cowen, El Paso, TX; Shirley Ann Peer, Lynwood, WA; and two brothers: Charles Bond, Longview, WA; Larry Bond (his transplant donor), Clatskanie, OR, and a host of nieces and nephews and extended loved ones. Arrangements are under the direction of the New Tacoma Cemeteries & Funeral Home.

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Published by The Daily News on Jun. 21, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Bond

17 Entries

The Banks Family

June 27, 2006

My prayers go out to your entire family. I recently lost my grandfather (May 14, 2006) – I looked for comfort in the Bible. Recently I read a scripture that says that God is near to those that are broken at heart and those who are crushed in spirit he saves (Psalms 34:18). I was so encouraged by the scripture and I hope you are too. My prayer is that you can find comfort in this time of great grief.

Heidi Winter

June 24, 2006

Dear Mrs. Bond, Tilly, and Doug,

I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Bond's death, but we know it was a homegoing for him. We lost our father eight years ago, and it looks as if we will soon have to say our final good-bys on this earth to our dear Mother, but it is because WE are sad because we miss them; yet we know they have moved on to a much better heavenly life. I have wonderful memories of my years at TBS. They gave me a great foundation for my life. You are all in my prayers.

Warmly,

Heidi (Heitmiller) Winter

TBS graduate 1976

[email protected]

Debbie Scott (Apeland)

June 23, 2006

Mrs. Bond, Tilly, & Doug,

I was saddened to hear of Mr. Bond's home going. Unfortuately I heard the news too late to attend his memorial service. TBS had an incredible impact on my life. My years there gave my faith a sound foundation. I am eternally grateful for the vision Mr. Bond had for Christian education.

JoAnn (Nichols) Cole

June 20, 2006

To all of Doug's family: I knew him as a teen ager, Youth from Kelso Nazarene Church. Was sad to hear of his passing. We as a group had such memories and not long ago had a reunion 1995. I just wanted to let you know It was a good thing, to have known him and the Bond kids back then.. 1950's.. I would love to hear from Shanny. Condolences to you all.

Helen Bales

June 18, 2006

Memories of Dr. Bond are at the beginnings of my memories of TBS.

My children in his office, for discipline, for saying their memory verses, for much needed counseling. A loving authority and presence in the halls of TBS. I feel a deep loss in Dr. Bond's death. I last saw Dr.and Mrs. Bond at the Olympia Bible Presbyterian Church. I watched him play with his granddaughter and enjoyed the sight. Remember the joy he took in all things good, and the wonderful times you had with him.

We will see him again!

With love in Christ, Helen Bales and family

Paul Pierce

June 18, 2006

Dear Mrs. Bond, Tilly, Doug and family,

"Serve the Lord with Gladness" is appropriate to describe the life of a man who greatly influenced my life, and as a man of character, integrity and conviction, I have a deep respect for him. His teaching and example were, and continue to impact my life, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been taught, mentored, challenged, encouraged by him as my teacher, employer and friend. My family and I are praying for each of you and rejoicing that Dr. Bond is now present with the Lord, fully realizing the hope that he professed and lived out every day.

Geace Be With You,

Paul Pierce

class of 1975

Joyce (Rice) Butkus and Ken Schaefer

June 17, 2006

We have many fond memories of Doug from our teenage years of the late 1940s and early 1950s where we attended the Kelso Church of the Nazarene. We sang together in our Youth choir under the direction of Rev. Les Parrott. The quartet of Doug, Ron Miller, Ed Arnold and Ken Schaefer traveled around to sing at the nearby small churches.

We swam at Crystal Pool, sledded down Beacon Hill, did carpentry work with his Uncle Dave Hansen, and enjoyed many activities of our large teenage Church group.

In 1996 these teenagers had a reunion where we were once again together sharing our memories. It was great to see Doug again. We will miss him.

Gale & Betty karr

June 16, 2006

We were so sorry to hear and read of the "home going" of Dr. Bond. He was truly a Servant with a Servant's heart.

My wife and I are so thankful for Dr. Bond and you Mary Jane for taking such an interest in our children (Annette and Doug) while they were at TBS.

Dr. Bond's memory will linger in our hearts.

Please be encouraged to know many prayers are being said for you and your family. Grace and peace be yours in abundance at this time.

Pastor Dick & Juanita Canfield

June 16, 2006

It was a privilege to have met and

fellowshiped with Dr. Bond when he and the TBS choir came to Tabernacle Baptist Church while I was teaching a Class. May the God of all comfort be yours at this time.

Randy Jantz

June 15, 2006

I am very sorry to hear of Dr. Bonds passing. I have great respect for him and all that he accomplished and stood for. I have fond memories (even the ones spent in his office at TBS).

Mrs. Bond, you, your husband and your whole family have a special place in my heart. Thank you for all you have given!

May the Lord bless and comfort during this time.

Guida & (Steve) McClain

June 15, 2006

To the Bond Family,

Dr. Bond will be greatly missed. He touch so many lives. He inspired and challenged many people in their daily decisions and in their personal relationship with the Lord Jesus. He will always be remembered by me as a PILLAR of the Christian faith and for Christ. I have great respect for him and for all you in the Bond Family.

Years ago Dr. Bond & Mary Jane gave me a rose bush for Administrative Professional Day. My husband and I planted the rose bush in our garden. When we moved we took the rose bush with us to our new home. The rose bush blooms each year with huge red velvety petals. (It's blooming now). Steve and I enjoy seeing the roses each year and remember the giver/s of the plant. As the rose bush continues to blossom so is the memory of Dr. Bond. His life was a fragrant offering to the Lord; he bloomed for the Lord.

I can remember Dr. Bond's smile...He had a great smile :-) and a wonderful laugh to go with it!

Steve & I grieve with you and at the same time we celebrate with you in Dr. Bond's full and wonderful life. We are greatful to have walked this earth with such a man of strong biblical character.

Monica Stephenson

June 15, 2006

I am grateful to Dr. Bond for the godly example he was to me as I studied at Washington Baptist Teacher's College. I can still hear his warm voice and see his kind face as he shared about his deep commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Ron Miller

June 15, 2006

With fond memories of those days of wonderful fellowship as teen-agers at the Kelso Nazarene Church. We were fellow quartet members, mountain climbing partners, etc. I still have the Argus C-3 cmera Doug sold me in 1951.

Jeff Young

June 15, 2006

Praise the Lord for Mr. Bond!

I am sad for his passing but join you in knowing we will see him in Heaven. He was a faithful servant that impacted many people on this earth.

Some of memories of Mr. Bond are having to say my verses to him, and one time I was naughty and Mr. Bond had me dig a trench for the "new building".

Mrs. Bond - thank you for teaching drama class. Some of my favorite memories to this day come from that class.

May the Lord bless you and encourage you through this painful time.

Alice Nelson

June 15, 2006

Dear Mary Jane, Dougie Jr. and Tilly and family:

The night before Dr. Bond passed away, I was driving on Hwy. 16 after leaving my brother Alan's house. It was early evening, and I was thinking about Mary Jane and Doug. Mary Hemminger had told me she'd seen Mary Jane at church on Sunday and was told that Dr. Bond's wish was to now "go home."

Thinking about that, I saw a brilliant pink flash take off from what I supposed to be near TBS, and I wondered if Dr. Bond had just passed away.

I learned that he died the next night.

When Mary and I were talking, I told her that Dr. Bond was the only person I've known to be the most like Jesus.

A quiet, self-controlled, dignified man, full of love for the Lord and a gentle spirit are how I would describe him.

I thought later, after our conversation ended, that it is something to have that said or thought about a human life... and Dr. Bond, in my mind, certainly was the best reflection ouf our Lord and Savior.

I told Mary Jane not long ago, that their marriage and their peaceful presence and ministry was a guiding light in my life.

My heart goes out to you, but I know that you are also rejoicing, even as you grieve, that he is now in heaven with all the comforts and glory that has to offer those of us who believe.

Sincerely and with great love for the wonderful Bond family,

Alice V. Nelson (Anderson)

Julie Ward/Shook

June 15, 2006

My condolences to the Bond family, I was an elementary student at TBS in the mid to late 60's, I remember Mr Bond & his contibutions well. May God bless the Bond family during this difficult time.

Ann Van Gilder

June 15, 2006

It has been such a privilege to know Dr. Bond and work with the two of you! He will be missed. My love and condolances to Mary Jane, Tilly, and all the family.

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