Gordon K. Manthey
January 10, 1959 - June 13, 2016
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Gordon K. Manthey
January 10, 1959 - June 13, 2016
Obituary
Gordon Kurt Manthey was born on January 10th 1959 in Ferndale, WA to his father David Manthey and his mother Marlene Dunkin and his older brother Jim Manthey. In his youth he lived and went to school in Sunny Side and Spokane, WA until 1976 before moving back to Whatcom county where he continued his school years at Meridian High School. He was a hard worker all of his life, owning and operating Skagit Canopy Center in Mt. Vernon, construction work, farm work and a self employed salesman. He was truly a “Jack of all trades and a master of none.” One thing he truly did master was being a providing father to his two sons Shawn and David and his step daughter Sheila. Gordon was proud to be 23 1/2 years sober living life to its fullest potential. He enjoyed being outdoors horseback riding in the mountains, hunting, camping, fishing, raising rabbits, planting dahlias in his garden and collecting antiques. He had befriended many in our community offering a helping hand and a friendly smile. On the morning of June 13th, 2016 at the age of 57, Gordon passed in his sleep in Bellingham, WA.
Honoring Gordon’s wishes, we invite all friends and family to come and celebrate his life, share stories and memories. A casual pot-luck gathering will be held at the Neevel family river bar located at 7349 Ritter Rd, Ferndale WA at 5:00 PM on Friday June 24th. We ask if you are able to bring a side dish or dessert please do.
16 responses to Gordon K. Manthey
Brenda & Matt Aamot says:
June 13, 2016
We would like to send along our condolences to Gordy’s family. We are thinking of and praying for you. Brenda & Matt
Kerry bunch says:
June 13, 2016
Gordan was a wonderful person we have been blessed to have you as a friend and part of our family. Shawn we love you as our own son, David as well. Stay strong boys and stay proud to have had such a wonderful dad. We love you. Our hearts go out to you with love and support always
Nick Valich says:
June 13, 2016
What a great guy! We graduated together in ’78. I remember visiting Gordon with my son when he was young and seeing the horses and farm animals and such on Aldrich Rd…always had a good time visiting and talking with him. So sad he is gone…way too young. My condolences to his family and friends. I will always remember Gordy…
Kim Sandberg says:
June 13, 2016
There was no one like Gordy. Recipes and the boys…that were our talks. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Please take comfort in our prayer.
Sonja Trecker says:
June 13, 2016
Dear David & Shawn,I am truly sorry to hear of your fathers passing. He was a good man with a wonderful gift
of gab. There was a time in the past he was a part of my life as were you boys. I have many fond memories of fishing and camping and you boys keeping us very busy. Gord
was a friend. I will miss his visits and him driving by with a smile and a wave. He was very proud of you boys and loved being a father. Keep him in your hearts and know he loved you both very very much. May you find some peace at this most difficult time.
Sincerely with Love, Sonja