Dolly Louise Jordan

Dolly (Gertrude) Louise Jordan

July 13, 1923 – May 31, 2012

Dolly Jordan a Renton native, spent her career and life as a hard working dedicated individual who took great pride in her years at Boeing, her magnificent yard and her family. She spent the last few years of her life residing in a memory care facility, and she passed away quietly at the age of 88. Born Gertrude Louise Jordan to Walter and Susie, July 13, 1923 in Burien, WA, “Dolly” was given her nickname by her favorite Aunt & namesake Gertrude Lundvall. Losing her mother at 6 years of age, she and her siblings; Edward, Charlotte (Chi), & Harold lived with their Dad growing up in the Spring Glen area of Renton, attending Henry Ford and Renton High School. She graduated in 1942 and went to work for Boeing in 1943, starting out bucking rivets, joining the ranks as an “Incredible”, and retiring as a Final Inspector in 1987. Dolly married Theodore Sowers (deceased) in 1943; they spent many happy years together and raised two children; Charlotte and David (deceased). She is survived by her daughter Charlotte Trout, her two granddaughters; Heather (& Shanon) Markus & Katherine Trout. Great grandchildren: Amanda & Nathan Markus. She will be especially missed by her long time friend and neighbor Barbara Lansing. Extended family includes nieces and nephews: Susan (&Darrell) Glaser, Melanie Jordan, Rick Jordan, grand nieces and nephews, and relatives in Helena, Montana.A celebration of life potluck will be held June 23rd, Noon to 6pm at Skyway VFW Post 9430. Please wear your favorite hat to honor Dolly.