Obituaries

Benjamin H. Bower

Benjamin H. Bower peacefully fell asleep in death on July 6,2023, at St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor. He was 71 years old.

Ben was a devoted husband and loving father, a gentle giant that managed to make friends wherever he went. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses he enjoyed sharing his love for Jehovah and the Bible with others. He was also an avid reader and football fan.

Ben was preceded in death by his parents. Benjamin Robert and Mary Lou (Merriman) Bower and his wife of 51 years, Susan (Freeland) Bower. He is survived by his children, Abby and Ben; brothers, Donald and Joel; and sister, Elizabeth (Bower) Nalepa, as well as many dear friends too numerous to mention.

His memorial service will be held Sunday, July 23, 2023, 2:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses located at 17690 W. Old US Highway 12, Chelsea, MI 48118.

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#7 Nancy Hughes 2023-07-24 15:42

I am so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. I was going to come to his funeral, but totally forgot after church. I enjoyed talking to Ben at Polly's when I ran into him. He was always so sweet and friendly. I wanted to see Elizabeth. RIP Ben!

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#6 Kathy Chmielewski 2023-07-19 21:44

On behalf of my family, sending condolences to all the Bowers on your loss. The Bowers and the Stolls were special friends for many, many years.

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#5 Sandy Bailey Jenkins 2023-07-16 21:40

Elizabeth please accept my condolences.
I'm sorry for your loss and I will keep your family in my prayers.

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#4 Jim and Gail Finch 2023-07-16 18:27

Abby, Ben and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.. Jim and Gail Finch chandler street neighbors of Ben and Mary Lou

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#3 Tom Hodgson 2023-07-16 09:38

So sorry to hear of Ben's passing. We were neighbors for many years when he was growing up. We were fortunate to have known Ben, his parents and his siblings during that time. Best wished to Don, Joel and Elizabeth during this difficult time.

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#2 Tom Hodgson 2023-07-16 08:45

So sorry to hear of Ben’s passing. Ben’s family including his parents and his siblings were our next door neighbors for many years. We feel fortunate to have known them all. Best wishes to Don, Joel and Elizabeth during these difficult times.

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#1 Alfretta Harrison Gr 2023-07-13 12:42

Donald so sorry for your loss.
Prayers for you and your family that God provides strength at this difficult time.

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