Richard C. Bowers
April 13, 1941 – November 22, 2021
A service to commemorate Richard’s life will be held on Monday, December 6, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home, 917 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 12:00 noon. Those wishing to make a lasting gift in Richard’s name are invited to remember the Wounded Warrior Project, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 80, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021. Richard was born in Norwalk, OH, on April 13, 1941, the son of Curtis Milton and Marjorie Erma (Nehls) Bowers. On June 28, 2003, he married Donna Theisen who survives him. Richard proudly served his nation in the United States Navy active duty for 4 years, United States Naval Reserve for 6 years, and United States Army National Guard for 6 years. He worked for many years and retired from Ford Motor Company. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and enjoyed the outdoors. He was a genuine foodie and never met a buffet that he didn’t like. Rick was a great storyteller and loved embellishing every story a little bit. Besides his wife, Richard is survived by his children, Kendra (Steven) Shupp of New London, OH, Gretchen Stevens of Mansfield, OH, Rick (Natalie) Bowers of New London, OH, Amy (Keith) Bailey of New London, OH; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Monica (Raymond Tomlinson) Parish of Lehigh Acres, FL, Andrea (Phillip Dickinson) Parish of Waldorf, MD; and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a twin infant brother, Raymond.
We will miss all of the “stories” you would tell and your humor. If I could; I would send you to heaven with that air horn!!!
Will miss the calls outta the blue.. You are who I always called my uncle.. My heart is broken.. Will miss the dirty jokes ya would call me with, and the crazy stories you would tell me. You were always there when I needed someone , even just to talk. And the only one that helped me with my dad, when he was so ill. I will never forget, and I love ya Uncle Richard!