Charlotte Lowella Kvistad
March 25, 1925 - August 27, 2015
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Charlotte Lowella Kvistad
March 25, 1925 - August 27, 2015
Obituary
Mom passed away peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father on August 27th, 2015. She was born in Bellingham to Charles and Lowell (Bell) Bourn. She grew up in the small town of Glacier, graduated from Mt. Baker High School class of 1943. Known as “Boogie ” to friends and family she joined the war effort as a resident of the lookout at Austin Pass watching for enemy aircraft. While on this assignment as met her future husband Robert, a member of the CCC’s. Charlotte was a devout Christian and served as pianist, organist and music director for several churches. There was always room at her table and in 1975 she opened her home to three Vietnamese boys. They learned english, got jobs, married and became productive members of our community. Today there are many Vietnamese who knew her only as “Mom”. Charlotte loved to travel, across town, north to Alaska, Arizona, Florida, or over the ocean to Norway and beyond. Her last travels were annual trips as a volunteer to KJNP Christian Radio and TV station at North Pole Alaska. Growing up in Glacier was always on her mind, and she loved to share stories of days gone by. Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband Robert, daughter Lowie and grand daughter Jill,, three sisters and three brothers. Charlotte is survived by her children Charlene ( Ron) Lukes, Janel Bernardy, Stan ( Cathy ) Kvistad, Pat Kvistad, 13 grandchildren and 22 great grand children. Our family wishes to thank the care takers at Lynden Manor and Avamere Care Center . Memorials in Charlotte’s name may be sent to Calvery’s Northern Lights Mission _ KJNP. A celebration of Charlotte’s life will be held 1:00pm Saturday September 5, 2015, at Greenacres Memorial Park Chapel, 5700 Northwest Avenue, Ferndale, Wa. 98248. Graveside service Tuesday September 15, 2015 1:00pm at Greenacres Memorial Park.
Celebration Of Life
- Date & Time: January 1, 1970 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Greenacres Memorial Park And Event CenterFerndale
- Location: 5700 Northwest Drive Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (360) 38-4-3401
Graveside Service
- Date & Time: September 15, 2015 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Greenacres Memorial Park And Event CenterFerndale
- Location: 5700 Northwest Drive Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (360) 38-4-3401
7 responses to Charlotte Lowella Kvistad
Gary & Sharon Holz says:
August 27, 2015
“The Boys of Glacier” has many stories about Charlotte in it. I loved reading it. Wish I could have asked her more about the stories in it.
Charlene Lukes says:
August 27, 2015
Thank you for all the kind words on behalf of our family. Mom’s heart was always to help others and for this we are most thankful.
Memorials in her name may be sent to:
Calvary Northern Lights Mission-KJNP
PO Box 56359
North Pole, Alaska 99705-1359
A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, September 5,2015 @ 1:00PM
Green Acres Memorial Park, Ferndale, Wa.
A Graveside service is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15, 2015 @ 1:00PM
Green Acres Memorial Park, Ferndale, Wa.
Julie Beaver says:
August 27, 2015
Charlotte and her husband Bob we’re dear friends of our family growing up. There are several memories as well as many stories. When Charlotte came to Alaska to visit the ministry at KJNP radio and television, she made friends of the staff and those who were guests to the ministry of KJNP. She of course told us stories that were woven into other stories. Some of them she couldn’t get through without her infectious laughter catching on to the crowd. When she talked about Jesus and told stories of those who had gotten saved, many times those accounts were told with tears in her eyes and a tremor in her voice. She so loved her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Charlotte is missed at KJNP. God’s richest blessings to the family. She is a legacy, not to be forgotten.
Gary Christian says:
August 27, 2015
What a great lady,.. Only fond memories.. I’m sure she is being introduced around heaven by many that have gone on before. My condolences to all of your family.
Judy Bernardy-Crnich says:
August 27, 2015
Char, Janel, Stan, Pat, Lan, and all Boobies beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren,Our world will never be the same without you Boobie. There is and never will be another like you. You could tell the BEST stories and you passed that gift to Stan. I will always remember your grand smile, open arms and contagious laugh. I am sure you are the reason for our resent storm as you opened those gates and entered into heaven with a whirl wind playing the piano. Thank you for all the joy you gave us. I know your at peace and I’m positive your not resting………….Boogie on! :-)