Birth date: Nov 18, 1934 Death date: Jun 23, 2004
Ralph William BowlesRalph W. Bowles, 69, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday June 23, 2004 after his courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind Tomoko, his loving wife of 43 years, his children, Linda, Sandra and Steve, Read Obituary
NULL##imported-begin##Phyllis Aldridge Thompson##imported-end##
It was our privilege to know and work with Ralph at our former company. His friendship was real and he truly was a fine man. Like all who knew him, we too will miss him. We send our condolences to Tomoko and all of Ralph's family.##imported-begin##Gene & Margaret Pankey##imported-end##
I work in advertising sales at the News Tribune. When I started this job, Ralph was the first automotive sales manager I met at Tacoma Dodge that I would be dealing with. He was incredibly kind and patient. Years later I ran into him again at Gene Pankey Motors, not knowing he worked there at the time. He came out of his office and gave me a big hug. I couldn't believe he even remembered me. But I certainly rememberd him. A true southern gentleman indeed. What a wonderul world this would be if it consisted of more people like Ralph. My deepest, sincere condolences. He will be missed. JeAnette Colyer##imported-begin##JeAnette Colyer##imported-end##
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.##imported-begin##Charlie Stevens##imported-end##
OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE BOWLES AND HILL FAMILIES. RALPH WAS A SPECIAL MAN/PERSON. HE WAS VERY WELL KNOWN AND RESPECTED IN THE AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS. HE CERTAINLY TOUCHED OUR LIVES AND GAINED OUR THOROUGH RESPECT AS A FRIEND AND A BUSINESS MAN. HE LEFT A GREAT LEGACY THROUGH HIS FAMILY WHO HAVE BECOME OUR FAMILY ALSO. THIS WORLD LOST A WONDERFUL MAN, AND HEAVEN GAINED A NEW SON. HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AS WILL HIS FAMILY.
MIKE,MICHAEL,AMANDA AND REBECCA,
THE STAFFORD FAMILY##imported-begin##STAFFORD FAMILY##imported-end##
I met Ralph when he came to work for the Gene Pankey Motor Company and we became instant friends. Ralph and I had similar thoughts on many things. After he retired from our company we became "E-Mail buddies," and exchanged mail on the things he and I found important: patriotism, loyalty, faith and family.
Ralph has been described as a true southern gentleman, and that he was. But Ralph was a true "gentle man" as well. My life was enriched for having known him. I will miss him greatly.
My wife and I send our deepest sympathy to Tomoko and the children.##imported-begin##Pat Johnson##imported-end##
