RE Log Spring 2019

SPRING 2019 Ransom Everglades LOG 65 “Mr. Bowden: an indispensable civilizing influence on teenage males run amok in late ’70s Miami.” — Mike Cochran ’79 “It wasn’t long before he had adopted the school as his family. Over the many years he was not only an outstanding educator, but a dear friend, mentor, and advisor.” — Eric Buermann ’69 “Mr. Bowden demanded your absolute best effort in every endeavor no matter how small or seemingly insignificant. I have always treasured my time under his tutelage, and my time as his friend.” — Mongin Brumby ’67 “One never knew what to expect. We might review the day’s assigned lessons, or perhaps a pop quiz. Or, he might feel like quoting Shakespeare off the top of his head, while leaning out the classroom door, talking to us or to the trees. Always a delight to know and share stories with.” — Jim Ryder ’58 “His voice will never be forgotten. I loved hearing him talk ...” — Joy Shokes, grandniece “He was a treasure to all those who had the opportunity to learn from him and be in his orbit.” — Scott Zahler ’81 Link to Bowden tributes: http://www.ransomeverglades.org/ personal-tributes-to-dan-bowden “An exuberant and unusual man. Maybe exuberantly unusual. What a wonderful addition that combination was to our lives in 1980s Miami. I will always remember you, Mr. Bowden.” — Jen Graves ’90