From the Seattle Times, March 28-31, 2007:
Anita Mary GOWERS Born in Albert Lea, Minnesota on October 7, 1943 to Mark and Carmen (Norton) Hansen, both deceased. Passed away March 24th, 2007 at the age of 63 with loved ones by her side. Moved to Bothell at the age of three. Completed Bothell school with her kindergarten buddies. Became a hairdresser. Married Glen Gowers, December 21st, 1963. Children, Todd (born July 20th, 1965; married to Leah Irby Gowers; living on Bainbridge) and Kristin (born August 2nd, 1970; married to Kelly McCullough; live in Bellingham with their two children, Ava - 3 1/2; and Ronan 1 1/2;). Sister, Karen Hofstad lives in Petersburg, Alaska. Glen's sisters and brother in-laws, Maggie and Norman Richardson (Fullerton, CA), Cecile and Lee Gibson (Anaheim, CA). Many relatives and friends. Home was Woodinville for the past 31 years. A Memorial Service will be at Bleitz Funeral Home, Seattle on Saturday, March 31st at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice, keeping in mind Anita especially loved children.
Sharon Poole (Bloch)
Anita was my cousin and best friend and I really miss her a lot.She loved our class and really looked forward to the reunions.
Anita attended Bothell schools from kindergarten through high school.
She married Glen in 1963 and they have a son, Todd, and daughter, Kristen. She also has two grandchildren who were the light of her life.
God bless her memory.
Sharon Poole Bloch
David Wayson
Anita and I lived in close proximity to each other on Pontius road. We had many fun times with the others who lived in the area. One year I raised cucumbers on her father's property and let me tell you, I will 'never' do that again! However, it was rewarding in a way as I was able to take my meager crop to the Yakima fruit stand in Bothell. HINT...When taking cucumbers to the fruit stand to sell always put the better ones on top of the sack. :-)A fond memory I hope I never forget was that Anita was a very nice girl and one day I was feeling my oats so I just up and kissed her. Well, to my chagrin, she told me in no uncertain terms I had a lot to learn about kissing.
It's funny the things one never forgets and I will never, caveat included, forget those words.
Anita was a sweet and loving person and I, along with many others, will miss her. God bless you, Anita. You provided sunshine to all of us.