Allen Moser Obituary

Alan was the life of any party. Family gatherings were always full of laughter when he was there. I have missed him!

Al was one of my favorite teachers back when I went to EVCC. His teaching was style made any subject interesting and I loved how much of himself he would share with us. I remember being in class and him asking all of us what XBox games we were playing cause he was looking for something new play with his wife. While he was my computer science teacher, he taught me so much more then just that. I don't think he knew, but he taught me a lot about life and making smart choices in both my personal and professional life. I was still going to EVCC when he passed, and my last year there definitely wasn't as fun or insightful without him. Was just remembering Al with another student of his and made me want to come and write this. Took me 11 years. Sorry I'm late for class again Al. Rest in peace.

I was an exchange student in EVCC in 2006. He was my favorite instructor who taught me a lot in Computer Information System Network. After I graduated from EVCC in 2006 I went back to Kuwait. I was in touch with him in 2008 and I told him I started my new job at HSBC Bank as Information Security. I found out he passed away couple of days ago.

Al Moser...my friend. That kinda describes it....he loved and accepted people. I always knew I was one of his buddies.

He started out to be a minister but actually, in his own way, he ministered to many people. A character? Absolutely. Bob and I miss him a lot. We know that his family does.

We knew Al since his children were so cute and little. Now they are older and beautiful. He talked about his family with such love and always wanted to know how our families were doing. I am so glad that these last few years we got to see so much of Al coming to Bob's special card games every other month. He loved it. Everybody just loved being together and they would laugh and laugh and I had to hang around just to enjoy the fellowship. Thank you Lord for those precious times with Mr. Al. He always had a story to tell.

You know what? I'm so very grateful that there is a heaven to look forward to. That our Jesus made the way. I think of heaven often and how precious to see one another again. What a gift God gave us...He gave us Jesus and He gave us one another. I will miss Al's hugs and funny laugh but I'll be able to hug him again some day and he will have a lot to share with us...talk about adventure, he must be having quite the adventure now and stories.... there is no end to the stories.

We send our love to Gigi and all the family....how precious each of them are. We hope to stay in touch some how, to know how every one is doing and what they are up to. We're family. We love you!!!!

I write this sending big hugs ...........Sharon Burgess

I met Al about 5 years ago, and he helped me renew my interest in technology and has been a mentor to me ever since. His breadth of knowledge and expertise were invaluable to helping shape the next generation of tech professionals. As a friend he will be sorely missed, as a teacher we have lost a great leader. My thoughts and prayers to his family. God speed Al.. Rick S

I am sorry to hear of the passing of such a great man. Everyone who ever met him loved him. He was truly a mentor for me. When I walked into the school computer lab many years ago I didn't even know how to turn one on. Somehow he knew it. He had a student help me. At the end of the day he asked what I did for a living. My husband had passed away and I had 3 child all of whom had special needs. I was working long hours to make ends meet. I was also very, very, overweight!!! To the point I think I just can't share...Al said he needed help in the lab did I want a job. I said I don't know anything about computers. He said it's a toaster go over there take it apart and tell me what's wrong with it. I took it apart and there was a paper clip where the Ram should be. To make a long story short I knew he could see how sad and insecure I was. He made me laugh and told me I could do anything I wanted to. I started working in the lab and going to school I got all A with a couple of B's I couldn't believe it. I also got a better job after a while because of the confidence Al gave me. He wrote the best referal for me and I have it framed on the wall. Then I lost weight about half of myself. I could do anything right!!! I am so glad I visited Al last year at the College I wanted to thank him for giving me a life. Anyway I showed him the picture of the man I married and he was so happy. He said "I like when my Students tell me that I helped them but Joy you always had it in you and I knew it. You did it all not me". But if people don't have someone to tell them they can do it sometimes they can't. I feel like I have lost the Mentor of my Life. He was the greatest Man I have ever met. I want to add the picture of my husband and myself. Today is my 2nd anniversary and I just saw this article in the paper. To his whole family Thank You for reading this. And may God bless you all. And I know that Heaven is a lot brighter now to have such a Special Angel...

Well Al, I’m just now sitting down to write this note to you. It’s been a couple of weeks since you left us and I’ve tried a few times to get this done but found it difficult to type with a lump in my throat . I suppose it would be even harder if I had a “Frog” in my throat.
Since I received the news of your departure, I have been awash in memories of you. Together, we forged memories that have been woven into the tapestry of our lives. The vision of the Montana morning sky, crimson in all it’s glory, as we paddled a canoe along the Yellowstone river on our way to hunt. The violent storms we weathered together on mountain tops and river valley fields. I believe the bonds of friendship are made stronger when adversity is shared. The times spent around our evening campfires, recounting the events of the day, philosophizing, and you telling a seemingly endless stream of jokes. The misadventures of broken vehicles in the “middle of nowhere” and the resourcefulness it took to get us on our way again. We were both still employed by IBM then, so our time afield was limited. We certainly made the most of it.
Reflecting on those times, I can see the character qualities in you that would intensify over time and endear you to so many you encountered along the path of your life. You were excellent at talking to people and drawing them out. I thought perhaps that this was a technique you had developed while working for a Seattle newspaper. Later, I came to realize that this was a function of your genuine desire to know and understand people. Your sense of humor was keen and ever ready to burst into laughter at the slightest provocation. That humor would become legendary…..or should I say “infamous” to those on the receiving end of some of your more “creative” practical jokes!
You quite often thought “out of the box” and would come up with innovative ways to accomplish a task. Sometimes these ideas worked well and other times……well, I remember your phone call asking me to come over and help you subdue one of your White Fallow Bucks that you had separated from the heard by dropping a fishnet over his antlers. As we struggled to remove the net from that Buck, I shall never forget the sight of that “poor little deer” jerking around three grown men as if they were rag dolls!
Students from the college, fellow staff members, friends and family spoke at your memorial service as to your impact on their lives. There are also many entries in this Guest Book that testify to your influence as a teacher and mentor. Your ability to relate to students came to you naturally, as you were a lifelong student yourself. When you became interested in acquiring a new skill, you would seek out those that you could learn from and apply yourself to the mastering of that skill.
Al, I believe you really found your destiny these last several years as you taught students at ECC and the Northwest Indian college in Tulalip. That time seemed to be a perfect fit of your training, education, ability and interest. I know this was a very gratifying time for you because whenever we would get together, a smile would light up your face while you related some positive story about your “students”. Your students, especially the younger ones, were the benefactors of your experience. I know that in addition to the technical skills that you taught in the classroom and lab, you also communicated to those students the work ethic that was expected in the business community. They are the better equipped for it.
As a stone thrown into a lake sends out ripples, your life has touched many individuals that shall never forget you. The sadness of your leaving us can be tempered with the knowledge that your life was packed with rich experiences, wonderful friends and family and much “given back” to your community. From the casual encounter that left one chuckling (or blushing!) at a joke told, to the person whose life was changed from your teaching, one and all will remember you for many, many moons to come my friend.
Godspeed……Bob Burgess

I met Al about 5 years back at Tulalip Casino. He was very interested in the workings of Slot machines and Indian Gaming. My thoughts at first were that he loved to gamble and was looking for away to increase his chances of winning. After talking shop and B.S.ing about everyday life, I knew this guy was very educated and knew alot more about computers and networking than me. We got along great and I later had the pleasure of student teaching a slot technician course with Al. I also took some great and very usefull networking classes at NWIC Tulalip Campus with him. I am very sad that such a great teacher and friend has passed on. He always talked very highly of his family, he loved to vacation and was building a new home, This man always said Hello and had a big smile on his face! Me, my family and also my co-workers are really going to miss AL. I am very blessed to have met such a great guy! Our Native American community gives our thanks and prayers. My prayers go out to his family. " Al you will be missed." and Thank You! Dominic Flores (Tulalip, Wa)

I first met Al while attending Northwest Indian college in Tulalip. He helped me greatly in my studies and to secure a job utilizing my skills. He is a big part in me being the person that I am today and I will surely miss him...


My prayers are with his family for the loss and my thanks are with them as well for sharing him with us

Skipper J

Al Was One Of My Computer Teachers At Northwest Indian College (Tulalip Campus). I Just Heard The News Today. I'm So Saddened. He Was A Great Guy And Very Funny. One Of The Best Teachers You Could Ask For. He Never Went By The Syllabus, Always Asking What We Wanted To Do. I Thank You Al For All Your Help. I Learned Alot From You And Will Never Forget What You Taught Me. I Speak For The Whole Native American Community When I Say, Thank You! You Will Be Missed.

Dear Gigi and Al's family,

Al will be missed.

Everyday when we drive by your home we think of Al and what a wonderful neighbor and friend he has been to our family these past 10 plus years.

So many great memories. Of course the deer - feeding, bowling, gleaning. The chats and jokes. Going out for lunch, breakfast or coffee. Al's smile, laughter and stories, being their to help his neighbors and friends!

We are sad for us all to not have Al with us. Al enriched our lives with his living - thank you for sharing your Al with us! God bless you Al and bless us all. Let us all try to give some of Al's spirit to others in our lives.

Our love and prayers to you Gigi and Al's family.

Peter, Melissa, Timothy and Daniel Stitt

Al, we'll miss you. Thanks for everything especially your brotherly love and friendship.

Al was a kind, creative, thoughtful man whose warm manners touched everyone he met. It was always a treat to have Al stop by the human resources office for a visit. While Al had many wonderful characteristics, what I will remember most fondly about him was his ability to tell fascinating stories about tending the deer herd, and running around Mexico exploring jungle ruins with his Mayan friends. I am most heartily sorry for his family, and will keep them in my prayers.

My name is Jeanne and I am one of the many Moser grandchildren, I stem from the Larry Moser branch of the gang. For me and many of my cousins Al was known to us as UNCLE Al the kiddies pal. I didn't find out till many years later that he was my fathers cousin and not actually my Uncle. That knowledge never stopped me from calling him Uncle Al even when I was a student sitting in his class.
While working for Uncle Al I found out first hand why my parents called him Uncle Al the kiddies pal. I had to bring my son up to his office one day and by the time we left not only did Kendall have candy in both cheeks but enough in his pockets to last all the way home. My son on many occasions during my school career could be seen on Uncle Al's lap discussing life in general. Big smiles on there faces enjoying the moment.

That is the lesson I will cherish from you Uncle Al, Enjoy the moment and life is a bunch of moments put together. I love and miss you

My prayers are with you Gigi and family.

Al, it is so hard to find just a few words to say good bye, until we see each other again. I know each of use that you have touched could write a book about you. You are an incredible instructor, advisor, co-worker, mentor, and most of all a friend. I can say you will be with me for the rest of my time here: replaying all the jokes, remembering the good times and you helping me through the bad. I will do my best to keep learning from you and to carrying on your legacy of laughter. You helped me become who I am today. Thanks for keeping me smiling!

My family and I would like to send our condolences to all of your family. Al is one of the greatest! All that new him, are very blessed!

Al was a great colleague, always friendly and helpful. I will miss him. Rene Kratz

Al will be deeply missed; we are grateful for all the wonderful memories of living 'across the fence' for 22 years. The deer, potato gun, teaching Cameron to drive... Al's laughter and mischievousness, willingness to help his neighbors and friends - so many rich memories! Our love, prayers and support to Gigi and the family.

Tim, Rose, Joel & Cameron Fowler

Al was a wonderful teacher. He taught me that not only is intelligence important, but working hard is just as important too. I'm not going to forget the day where Al noticed me struggling working on a lab he assigned the class to do. It was pretty late, and everyone was going home and Al actually stayed and helped me out.

I'm gonna miss you Al, your jokes, and your bluntness. You've really helped me out to become a great student. You're definitely one of those people that have put a difference in my life.

Al, you were my very good friend and you were always there when I needed a friend. You went above and beyond the call of being a teacher. You have the biggest heart and everyone appreciated that including myself. Noone fought so much for so many students and their rights on education and noone will ever take your place. I know that you are going on to a better place and you will forever be in my heart. You are going to be missed by everyone. Your Friend Always.

Al you were the best teacher I have ever had. Your family will be in my prayers. I still remember you buying new jeans because I hated the super blue 70's ones. Memories of you have gotten me through my rough days. I cannot express how much you impacted my life. God blessed me the day he put me in your class. My condelences to your family and friends.

It was a shock to hear of Al’s sudden passing. I am truly saddened by our loss, as Al Moser was my teacher, advisor, mentor and friend. I’m sure that he was the same for countless others. I regret that I haven’t spoken to him recently. My heart goes out to all his family and friends. You all have my sincerest sympathies and condolences.

My name is Richard Odell I am an EVCC graduate and a long-time employee of the Tulalip Resort Casino because Al believed in me. I decided to change my career path in my late forties and Al was one of my first educators at that time. Al introduced me to many people that I now call my friends and colleagues. He touched so many lives. I know that many people’s career paths were greatly influenced by Al Moser, as he did mine. His advice, encouragement and inspiration kept me going in the right direction.

Al always had his students in mind, as he innovated new ways to teach, created new classes and negotiated for computer hardware donations to give students “hands on” experience. During my time as one of his students, he invited me to his house to help setup donated computers for his classes. I brought my teenage son with me and we will never forget our time with Al that day, talking about everything from computers to the albino deer he had in his pasture.

Al was a wonderful man and a gifted educator. He had a way of educating and motivating in a casual way, sharing his experiences in ways that provided information, sparked thought, and entertained. He was always positive and encouraging, committed to his students’ success, even after finishing college. Al was an inspiration. He seemed to befriend everyone, even if they disagreed with his teaching style. He was a knowledgeable, friendly and engaging man that I admired greatly.

I will miss Al, as I know many others will.
Thank you so much Al.
I feel blessed to have known you.

Grandma Yvonne, Maria, Marc, and Gigi,
I was surprised to learn of Uncle Al's passing. He will be missed. Over the years I did not keep in touch as much as I wanted to but whenever I could he was always happy to hear from me. He would asked about my mom and dad and Rob, and how everyone was. I have good memories of spending time with him. We had a few times we were able to camp together and several holidays.
Love, Martha

Maria, Marc, Yvonne, and Gigi,
Our prayers and sympathy are with you. Allen was a terrific dad, son, husband, and friend. He will be missed.
I remember when Tom and I first started dating. He made the chldren and I feel so comfortable and a part of the family. Later when Tom and I married he was the Best Man. He had all of us laughing, first through the rehearsal and then at the reception when our friends had to move their vehicles due to the major fire nearby. Of course a few minutes later he was called out.
He and Tom would spend so much time messing around with the computers, often spending all night. Rob remembers the first Audubon Society Springwalk he went on. Al was one of the guest speakers. He taught Rob about wetlands, how to find natural food, and how to make a shelter from what was available. Lessons learned that he has used over the years. The first time we went to his home he and Martha fed the deer. She remembers feeding the deer and the mean buck that would chase him. Al would say "he was going to eat him soon".
We have such good memories of the times we spend with him.
Tom and I are so sorry that we can not attend Allen's services today. Just know our thoughts, love and prayers are with everyone.
God Bless and Love to all.
Tom and Lori

I will miss my friend

It seems God couldn't wait any longer to provide heaven with an extra boost of humor, wit and caring. But you left to early for the rest of us. I was in shock when Dawn came to our door early Thursday morning to tell me you had passed. It took me a minute to wrap my mind around what she was saying. I'd just text'd you- thinking you were still in NV, but you had returned late the night before...

My affection grew constantly for you over the 6.5 years that you were a perfect, wonderful neighbor and trusted, loyal, supportive friend to our family. I will miss you stopping over to sit and chat with me on the front step about life, coaxing the girls into smiles and telling you about their day at school, having long, in-depth "man-talks" about tools, hunting, computers, re-loading, etc. with Greg in the garage, enchanting and entertaining us with stories and jokes, meeting our family and friends for dinner, showing us your treasure troves and remnants of past hobbies- each with a wonderful story to tell. You rejoiced with us in our triumphs and joys, commiserated with us in our challenges and sorrows, shared with us, educated us. Gigi, our deepest sympathies go out to you. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. You are so strong, but we are here for you and will continue to be. We will see you at the memorial today.

Al, in your last email to me, asking us to watch over the house while you were gone to NV, saying you'd come over when you got back to see all the gifts the girls received for Christmas, you signed "Love ya guys". I can't bear to let it go unsaid- WE LOVED YOU TOO AL.

Gigi,
I will remember the laughter Al brought to our serious dept. (Computer Services). Most of us were just techs. He was a people person, foremost. His office was always filled with students and the care and interest he had in their success was evident from the beginning. We talked a lot during those years of the need and possibility for the Computer Hardware dept he eventually established. Most of all I will remember how he loved life, his family and the love he had for you.

We moved across the street from Al and Gigi in 2003 and very soon after met Al as he frequently stopped by to look over our home improvement projects, lend a hand or a tool and possibly pass on a good story. Over the years, I learned that I had very much in common with Al and we spent many hours discussing RC aircraft, shooting, reloading, the outdoors, and most everything else. I always looked forward to talking to Al and it is with great sadness that I see his house now everyday and know that we won't see him anymore. He is a great inspiration to me and I will certainly miss him. My greatest condolences to Gigi and his family.

Al you will be missed by all! You were a laughing Angel who touched so many lives. Your stories, jokes, compassion and caring are just a few of your algorithms in a man of many virtues. Our college and students benefited from the work you did here. I feel very blessed to have met a person of your caliber. Sending thoughts and prayers to your wife Gigi and your family, may God hold them through their time of transition.

Al, you will be missed by all, thank you for teaching us young/old minds about computers and giving us a laugh when we needed one!

Dear Gigi and Chris and family, I am so sorry to hear about Allen. did not know him well but he sounds like he was a wonderful person. It has been so long since we have seen each other. We live in Rainier Wa. write to me I will leave my email. Again Gigi we send our love and prayer's . love Karlene and Jerry

I had 3 classes with him and I suppose to have 2 more classes this quarter. He gave me good grades :) He is an awesome teacher, advisor, and comedian. I still remember he woke me up in class cause i kinda feel asleep in class. My prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Gigi Moser & family:
Allen was a very loving young man when I first met him many years ago, and I think of him still. I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
I purchased the 40 acres next to his folks when my children were six, four and two years old. They all were very happy when Allen came by to visit them. My childrens' mother was baking cookies one time when he came by and she gave him a bag of cookies to take home for Yvonne and Harry,(his folks) but they all melted away before he arrived home (1/4 mile away), so I was told. We loved him dearly and his folks also. You all are in my prayers.

As a faculty colleague at EvCC... what I appreciated most was his joyful positive energy and his committment to students. I work closely with a lot of Native American students and Al was so generous and sincere with reaching out with his mentoring, instruction, guidance and encouragement with them. He went the extra mile for others and I hope his approach will be an inspiration to all who witnessed Al in action. This inspiration to others and the many people who he helped with be part of his lasting legacy.

From the very first day I met him He made me laugh until I cried. I will miss his crazy, lovable, twisted sense of humor!

al, i feel very lucky to have had you as a friend. we had more laughs together than any 2 buddies should have. wish we could have one more taco tuesday.
fergman,pahrump

My name is Jay K. Napeahi.I am a Tulalip Tribal member, and EVCC graduate I was introduced to Al through Maureen Hoban( a beautiful woman) a few years ago.This man had a great ambition for teaching and learning.
We messed up this very expensive brand new executive meeting table during The Slot Technician class we held at The Tulalip Resort Casino.
I can't remember who informed us of the damage we did, but it was a night I'll never forget.After class we decided to go have a bite to eat.
After a few minutes the waitress brought us our food Al looks at me and says
"Man..Jay, That WAS a helluva Table"!!

We were laughing at the situation for a few minutes.We talked about the next class and a few other things when
Al said, "Jay... are you gonna get in any trouble for the Table."

I responded by laughing for a few minutes and then saying "Not anymore trouble than I am for letting you in the building"!!!

Al Moser Technofied old fella with a great passion for the give n take...the teach and learn..the humor of it all.

Like Mike Gobin(a good friend of mine)I 'll grab the drum and go sing a song for Al Moser a Great Friend of the Tulalip Community.

Al I know you're having a great time in the Spirit World...say hi to my old man:)

Al,you will be truly missed. I meet Al during the 90's when we both worked at IBM in Seattle. He was a big inspiration and support in my career at IBM. My prayers and best wishes to the Moser family and friends. Thanks Al, for all the memories and laughs.

Well Allen, I imagine you are having quite a party in heaven with all of our family members who made this journey before you. If it's anything like our Christmas Eve's were at Grandma & Grandpa Stevens' a good time is being had by all, especially as so many of those that attended were waiting to embrace you again. I'm very sure my dad has been saving jokes to share with you.

I will always regret that I didn't make more of effort to visit with you and Gigi, but whenever we did see each other, it always made me happy.. even the time you came into my office to fix the computers (a long time ago), and played that practical joke on me... you know the one. :O) It was months before my co-workers believed you were my cousin and not the married guy they thought I was "seeing". You had the best laugh and gave the best hugs.

Aunt Yvonne, Gigi, Maria, Mark, Ryan, Neil & Amelia, I am so sorry for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard about Allen's crossing over. I've prayed that you will find comfort, joy and strength in cherished memories and the knowledge that he loved you.

Thank you to all of you who have signed my Dad's guestbook. It has meant so much to me to read all of your comments and helped me realize how many lives he touched.

Hey, Moser, did you here about...?!
Missing all those jokes you would call and and tell me are going to be greatly missed. Those stories about our family which would make me laugh for days will also be missed. I know you're making the family you're with now laugh even more.
I have lost a great cousin and friend. Go in peace, your memory will be with me forever.

Uncle Al, I was shocked and saddened to hear of your passing. Reading the kind words from your friends, it's obvious what a special place you held in so many lives. May those memories bring peace to all that loved you.

I remember Allen in School what a wonderful person. and my husband remembers him in the Snohomish reserve
police department very good person may god be with you.
Bonnie Hanson (Nelson)
Class of "61 SHS

Al was an amazing instructor. He was adamant about making sure that all in the class understood the material being covered before moving on. I have taken many classes from him over the last two years and can not remember one that I didn't thoroughly enjoy coming to class. My deepest condolences go out to the family... thank you for sharing him with us.

I only recently had the pleasure and honor of meeting Al. He was my Advisor on my next educational journey and my teacher in Networking. Al's passion for teaching and helping others was profound and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family in this time of sadness.

Happy Birthday Al! Your wit, humor and laughter will be missed here in Staff Services/PrintShop. I am sure you are keeping your new audience in stitches and on their toes. My prayers and thoughts are with your family during this time. I am honored to have had the chance to know you. You will not be forgotten. RIP

At 49 years old and just diagnosed with ADHD I went back to school to get a degree in network tech. Al Moser was one of those rare mentor teachers that understood not everyone learns the same way. His encouragement, incredible patience and positive support made all the difference for me in my quest for my degree. My prayers go out to his family for their loss. He will be missed, but not forgotten by those he touched.

It's hard to realize that you are no longer with us. Happy Birthday, Al. Know that you are loved and missed.

Al was the one who taught me the most about networking. He was a teacher that could teach boring material in a fun way. He was an excellent teacher that was able to answer any question, even if he took a couple days to find the answers. He will surely be missed by all.

I only got to know his name and the realization that he was a great force within the college system. My heart goes out to his family, as their loss surpasses everything else.

Rest in peace, my friend. I know you're making all the angels laugh with your outrageous jokes. Al was a colleague and a friend for many many years and I remember and treasure the time we spent laughing together.

The world will be a little bit quieter now without Al's burst of laughter and mischievous chuckle...it's hard to believe that he will no longer walk up and say "Hey--did you hear the one about..."

You were one in a million Al, and you are missed.

Today is your birthday. RIP Al Moser. Bruce Morton (my husband now of 3+ years)and I had him for our teacher and Academic Advisor at Everett Community College. He was our friend and met many other friends through him. Al you had patience for the goof balls in your classes. You also had strength, vision, love for your students and you had a great sense of humor of humor. You made life great. It was like another day to look forward to; especially when it meant going to classes for Slot Technician training at Tulalip Casino in Marysville. I am very thankful. I will truly miss you Al.

I will miss you Al, but I will bring the bluenun wine and cheese and crackers when we meet again.

Al was a unique man who went out of his way to guide me to the success that I have today. He was my advisor and instructor who always knew what to say to make things better. He truly was a great motivator, mentor and friend.
Thanks Gigi for sharing him with all of us at EVCC. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be greatly missed.

The day that I supposed to meet Al for advising purpose was the day that I walked away sad knowing that It would never happen. I was there at Everett CC ontime for the appt. As I found his room, I could not believe my eyes with the sign on his picture: We miss you. Even though I did not have a change to meet Al in person, through the conversation on the phone, Al was very caring, down to earth.
I already loved you Al.
Rest in Peace.
Thang Nguyen

Al was always so helpful and loving to our children after the passing of their father, Brian. We will miss his smile, and will forever be grateful and happy to have known him. Our thoughts are with all of the family, and his many friends, in this time of sadness.
Leslie, Jenessa and Cole Somes

Alan and I went to school together, and lived in the same neighborhood. We shared the same birthday. While we were in school he reminded me of our birthday, and I have thought of him on our birthday. My condolences to Alans family.
Donna Webb McBryde
Yuma, Az

Al was a one of a kind man who would go out of his way to bring success to anyone who he came into contact with. Al touched my life and shed so much light on the path that I am traveling today.

I have so many good memories of Al, most of them seemed to be on the inside of a classroom where he shared his gifts of teaching and motivating students.

Al was there for me when I struggled with going back to school and staying on track, but he was always able to pick me up and help me move beyond what was holding me back.

He was a great friend and I always enjoyed his stories from IBM, his vacation home that he loved so much, his "ideas" on how to help motivate people of all races, his time spent on the force, his childhood memories, and all the work experience he carried.

I have many things to be thankful for, but one that I will cherish forever is the time that I spent with Al teaching, having lunch with, sharing jokes with, talking, and learning from him.

To Gigi and his family, thank you for making him who he was and for sharing him with the community.

I am still in shock with the loss of Al Moser.

Al you will be missed and in my thoughts and prayers, forever.

Al was my teacher and counsellor at EvCC when I chose to transition my career path in my early 40's to IT. He gave me great advice and always seemed to find time in his busy schedule to talk with me. He was cheerful and told it like it was. After our conversations I had no illusions going in as to how my new career choice would affect my life. We seemed to have our Snohomish homes as a common bonding point and he became more than a teacher and counsellor - he became a friend. I didn't keep in touch with him as much as I would have liked to after completing my degree and getting a job in the IT field. He more than anyone in his position at EvCC is responsible for my success. I'd like to express my thanks and condolences to his family. Al was a great guy!

Al opened the door for me in the I.T. field. He gave me my first job in I.T. as a T.A. at EvCC and helped me in finding internships after that to help me get started. He was someone you could always laugh with and get advice from; a man who truly cared about others and did everything in his power to help his students out. Al will indeed be dearly missed and I along with what must be many, many others will remember him always. Al, thank you for your encouragement and support you provided that got me started in my career. Rest in peace, friend. My prayers are with his family and friends.

I couldn't believe it when I heard just yesterday, 20 minutes before my class with Al starts that Al had passed away. I was so looking forward to retuning to his class this quarter, as he was looking forward to having me.
Last quarter from a distance across the compound he yelled "when are you going to sign up for my class again, I miss watching you stress, just before a quiz?" And by the end of the quarter as we passed each other in the hall I said, I got you next quarter. "Good," he replied! And I was so looking forward to it. He was the only teacher in computer training that I could get anything out of, as far as learning anything.
He understood that a person at my age (48) was new to the computer trade, and needs that special attention in detail about the technology, while other teachers say that you should know it, and wont bother to take the time to really explain. So Al, you are really going to be missed. My chances for getting anything out of networking/fixing computers is scarey. Im really sorry to see you go Al. Not only for your teaching abilities, but also as your good friend. Wow! I still can't beleive it. Bye Al.

Al hired me to develop and teach a Linux class at EvCC almost 10 years ago. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and wish to express my sorrow at his passing. He was an outstanding educator and professional. He will be missed.

As a new student to EvCC, Al was my adviser and teacher. I looked forward to his classes. He had a way of making learning fun, and a bad day good again. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, colleagues and students, both past and present.

I remember Allen with great fondness. Always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. Very upbeat person. I'm sure he will be missed greatly.
Mary Smith (Ardito)
Class of '61 SHS

The man with a smile, he touched our lives here in Tulalip with such enthusiasm and love. He will be missed, a friend, mentor, and teacher~ Thanks for sharing him Gigi, my prayers are with you and the family.

Al was one of the reasons I completed my degree at EvCC. As an older student who also work full-time it was a challenge to go to school. Al kept motivating me to keep up my studies. He was excited as I was when I completed my degree. It was hard work and also fun to be in his classes. His sense of humor will be missed. Rest in peace Al, you did a great job.

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor I had the pleasure of working with Al quite a bit over the years. Al was friendly, intelligent, articulate and a wonderful spokesman for Everett Community College. I will miss working with him. Truly a wonderful person.

Gary Goggans VRC

I will miss him. He was very instrumental in my learning at EvCC. He is and always will be in my prayers.
Jean Marie Curtis

Al was the first person I knew at EvCC. His good humor and teaching talent were a great and dynamic duo. If you were having a bad day, he didn't even have to know what was wrong, but could make you laugh. His fun-loving and carefree personality will be missed.

Gigi, I'm so sorry for your loss. May your family and friends embrace you and carry you through this difficult time.

It was with great sadness I read of Al’s passing. As a former classmate at Snohomish High School, and our frequent encounters at the telephone company as he would work on equipment many years ago, he is remembered for his ever present smile, hearty laugh and positive attitude. While it has been a while since I had seen him, other than the color of our hair, he never really changed. On behalf of the 1961 Class of SHS, our condolences to the family and friends he so inspired in his life.
Bob Banks
Marysville

Go with God, our friend.

Fare Well, Al! I always enjoyed conversations with you that began with "I have an idea...." Your conributions to your students ensures your continuing legacy in many hearts and minds! Sincere condolences to Al's family. Christine Kerlin

Al - You were a great and caring person, in which so many of us owe our success to! Gigi - a mans personality is not created by himself. It is often times the influence of a woman that molds a man into the person he is. For this I thank You for helping to make Al the happy, caring, dedicated and great person he was. Thank you both for the positive influence you have had on my life!

You will be missed Al!

Al was my colleague, mentor, and most important, my friend. He showed people hope when they could not see it for themselves. His passion for teaching inspired me to become a teacher and knowing him opened doors that helped me to be a better person.

May God bless you and your family as you deal with this sorrow and be comforted knowing how many lives Al touched.

My name is Mike Gobin of Tulalip Tribes. Last year my wife and I took Al's class at the Tulalip Campus and really enjoyed having Al as my teacher and mentor. I am the Administrator of the carving program here at Tulalip and Al and I really hit if off well, as he was a carver also. Many times we would sit and talk about different carving techniques. I even gifted him with one of my carvings and he did the same for me. Al used to carve these little "old wheathered looking " shoes. I have that shoe sitting on my mantle today. Al also came to our carving shop on a few occations and watched us carve on the totem poles and other various items. Al gifted our shop with an antique water stone sharpener. During the break times during our class, Al and I would go out and have a smoke and tell each other jokes that we "couldn't" say in front of the rest of the class.....if you know what I mean? I considered Al to be a good friend and I will truely miss his humor and friendship. Rest in peace my friend. Tonight I will take my drum and go out in the woods and sign my song in honor of Al. My sincere condolances to Gigi and their children.
Respectfully....Michael J. Gobin

PS...Sorry for the bad spelling as I'm a little upset. I'm going to miss my friend!!!!!

My name is Mike Gobin of Tulalip Tribes. Last year my wife and I took Al's class at the Tulalip Campus and really enjoyed having Al as my teacher and mentor. I am the Administrator of the carving program here at Tulalip and Al and I really hit if off well, as he was a carver also. Many times we would sit and talk about different carving techniques. I even gifted him with one of my carvings and he did the same for me. Al used to carve these little "old wheathered looking " shoes. I have that shoe sitting on my mantle today. Al also came to our carving shop on a few occations and watched us carve on the totem poles and other various items. Al gifted our shop with an antique water stone sharpener. During the break times during our class, Al and I would go out and have a smoke and tell each other jokes that we "couldn't" say in front of the rest of the class.....if you know what I mean? I considered Al to be a good friend and I will truely miss his humor and friendship. Rest in peace my friend. Tonight I will take my drum and go out in the woods and sign my song in honor of Al. My sincere condolances to Gigi and their children.
Respectfully....Michael J. Gobin

PS...Sorry for the bad spelling as I'm a little upset. I'm going to miss my friend!!!!!

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.