Charles David Bowers, Sr.
Born: Sat., May 3, 1941
Died: Sun., Sep. 3, 2017
Visitation
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Wed., Sep. 06, 2017
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Wed., Sep. 06, 2017
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Thu., Sep. 07, 2017
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Thu., Sep. 07, 2017
Location: G. J. Gonce Funeral Home, P.A.
Mass of Christian Burial
12:00 PM Fri., Sep. 08, 2017
Location: St Athanasius Church
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Charles David Bowers, Sr., age 76, a resident of Linthicum, passed on September 3, 2017 at his home after battling dementia for 10 years.
He was born on May 3, 1941, in Baltimore, to the late Beryl Margaret and Joseph Milton Bowers, Sr. He served in the United States Army National Reserves for 10 years, until his honorable discharge in 1969. A graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, with a Bachelors Degree in Education, he continued his studies at Towson University, obtaining a Masters Degree in Administration; and went on to work for the Anne Arundel County School System. During his free time, he enjoyed music, dancing, singing, skiing, traveling, entertaining, the Boston Terriers, and Chincoteague Island.
Along with his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his brother Joseph Milton Bowers, Jr.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years: Barbara Linton Bowers (nee Stewart); his devoted son Charles Bowers, II, of San Francisco, California; his loving daughter Serene Beryl Webber and her husband Robert Arthur Webber, III, of Linthicum; and two grandchildren: Emmi Serene Webber and Ethan Samuel Webber, also of Linthicum.
Family requests friends visit the Gregory J. Gonce Funeral Home, PA, on Wednesday and Thursday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday in St. Athanasius Church at 12 Noon. His burial will follow in Meadowridge Memorial Park at 1:45 PM. Those who wish may contribute to the charity of your choice in Charles' name, and feel free to leave your condolences below as well.
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James and Brenda Austin
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Posted Wed September 06, 2017
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Serene, our sincere condolences to you and your family. May you find solace in knowing that your dad is at peace. There is no more confusion now, he's happy at rest. May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding. God be with you and all family members and extended family
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Joan Stritzinger Dawn
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Posted Wed September 06, 2017
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Dear Barb and family,
Remembering so fondly the times I shared with you and Charlie! He was so friendly, joyous, kind and intelligent, though never overbearing in any encounter. I feel blessed for having known him. I always said that my brother Rick had a knack for picking the greatest friends, and Charlie and Barb were at the top of the list. God bless Charlie's memory and soothe your sorrow.
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Lynne Evans
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Posted Thu September 07, 2017
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I am sending my love and my gratitude for having had the good fortune of knowing Charles. He was a mentor, an inspiration and friend. He taught me that laughter keeps your soul alive and that nothing is more important than family. My love to you, his family, as you go on in his memory. Thank you, Charles for all you meant to so many.
Lynne Evans
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Noel & Ann Castiglia
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Posted Thu September 07, 2017
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Dear Barbara & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Charles death. We would be there but we had a planned vacation to Mt. Rushmore. Please know our prayers & thoughts are with you and we will be in touch when we return later this month. Ann is so happy that she got to see you both at the hospital. Our hearts are heavy with sadness as we loved you both. Love, Noel & Ann
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Debbie Carrico
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Posted Fri September 08, 2017
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So sorry for your loss. I always remember the happy face and how he made everyone smile. Sending prayers to all and my love.
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Denise M Douglas
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Posted Fri September 08, 2017
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I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Charles. Thinking about all the family and holding you all in my heart.
Love,
Denise
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Linda goehring
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Posted Mon September 11, 2017
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Barbara I am so sorry about your husband Mr bower was a wonderful man my prayers and love be with you he always treated people with respect he will surely be missed
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Betty
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Posted Thu September 14, 2017
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I am so sorry for your loss. May the words of our loving heavenly Father bring your family comfort and strength during this most difficult time as He promises to bring our loved ones back to life in a perfect world where there will be no more suffering or death (John 5:28-29 & Revelation 21:4).
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