Walter R. Bowers

Walter R. Bowers, age 81 of Westfield passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at his home.  Born December 27, 1940 in Westfield, he was the son of the late Ronald and Ethelyn (West) Bowers.  Walt retired from Ingersoll Rand, Painted Post, where he was a machinist for many years.  He married Bonita M. (Swimley) in 1959 and they shared 61 years together until her passing on January 13, 2021.  When their children we younger, they were active in the Westfield Youth Baseball and the Alleghany Mountain League.  Walt enjoyed fishing, cooking and woodworking.  He is survived by his children, Rick Bowers of Troy, Cindy (Mike) Stevens of Elmira, Bud and Tina Bowers of Westfield and Timothy and Daphne Bowers of Watsontown; his grandchildren, Ryan and Mindy Stevens, Gabrielle and Mike Hess, Tyler, McKenzie, Garrett and Sidney Bowers  four great grandchildren, Carter and Logan Stevens and Madelene and Claire Hess; two sisters, June Passmore and Kay Sweet and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Walt was preceded in death by his wife, Bonita; a granddaughter, Pamela Bowers and a brother, Roger Bowers.  Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Monday, Nov. 21st from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM.  A memorial service will be held immediately following at 12:00PM with Pastor Ed Rodarmel officiating.  Memorial donations may be made in Walt's honor to the Westfield Youth Baseball, c/o Ryan Stevens, 125 Race St., Westfield, PA 16950.  www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.  

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