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
Steve Paxton says:
June 13, 2016
I send my deepest sympathy for the loss of Gordy, its so sad to hear this and my heart goes out to all of the family and may he rest in peace.
Candace Wise says:
June 13, 2016
David and Shawn please know I am thinking of you today. Always remember your Dad was a special man. He loved you both more than anything! Live your lives now in his light and what he taught you. There aren’t many men like him and I will miss him very much! He was always a gentleman with me and I will never forget that.
You will forever be missed Gordon!!
Candy
Kathy Garske says:
June 13, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your brother, may your memories comfort you at this difficult timeBill and Kathy Garske
Patty Hento says:
June 13, 2016
David and Shawn:I am so sorry for the loss of your dad..I hope you both know that Alan and I are here for you if you need anything at all! Praying for all of you and your family. My condolences to both of you and yours ❤️❤️
Love Patty and Alan
Patti Erickson says:
June 13, 2016
So sorry to hear of Gordy’s passing. He was much too young. My deepest condolences to Shawn, David, Jim, Dawn and all of the rest of his family.