Bowers, Eugene "Gene" N. Eugene Gene N. Bowers, WA8UAN, age 76 of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2007 at his home following a lingering illness. Gene was born on August 8, 1930 in Muskegon to Rex and Grace (Adams) Bowers and later married Madeline Ann Bonelli on October 11, 1952 in New London, Connecticut. Gene has been a longtime resident of the area where he owned and operated a large appliance repair business for many years until his retirement in 1996. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict where he served in the United States Navy and was a member of the Hesperia American Legion for the past 31 years. Gene, WA8UAN, was active in amateur radio in West Michigan and taught and administered many amateur radio classes and exams throughout the years. Gene was also active in hunter and boating safety and taught and administered testing for the hunter and boater safety programs for many years. He had been active in the Boy Scouts for many years and served as a Scoutmaster in Hesperia for several years. Gene also enjoyed fishing and hunting in Newaygo County. Gene is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ann of Hesperia; his son, Rex and wife Lisa Bowers of Zeeland; his granddaughters, Nicole & Allyson; his sister, Phyllis Sims of Elkhart, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his brother, Terrance Bowers. Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at the Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel and graveside services will be held in Spring 2007 at the East Hesperia Cemetery. Friends may consider Heartland Hospice for memorial contributions in memory of Gene. Friends may also send a condolence or share a memory with the Bowers Family online at www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel Click here to post a condolence or memory of Gene on-line We dearly love you and will miss you, Dad. My dad put family and friends first. He and my mom were married for over 50 years. My Dad was always one of the first people that I called when I needed help or advice. He showed me the wonder of God's beautiful world through camping, hunting and fishing together. He valued his many friendships, always wanting to share with others and help in any way that he could. Dad loved his grand daughters, Allyson and Nicole. He enjoyed planning special times with them, like the yearly fall wagon ride to the "leaf pile" where they could jump in and roll around. We feel comforted to know that Dad is in a peaceful place now, where he will continue to send his love and watch his family grow. Rex Bowers My condolences to Rex and family. I understand how hard this can be and just want you to know that I am thinking of you - and will be there if you need me. - Betty & Moe Hardin, Fennville Michigan Deepest Sympathy to Rex & his family Rex, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. In reading about your father I can't help but think what a wonderful person he must have been... a teacher, an instructor, a mentor. Remarkable!. Respectfully, Robin Schalte We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of Gene. He will be missed by friends and family. The legacy he left with us is the many pictures he took of family and vacation spots. He shared these generously and we value this gift from Gene. Gloria and Bob Lewis We extend a message of sympathy for the loss of Gene Bowers. He will be remembered for his generous spirit at extended family gatherings. We know he will always hold a special place in the hearts of his family. Jen, Tony, Alec & Jack McKheen To Rex and family, So sad to hear about your fathers passing. Im sure he was a great man I remember that he had a great son! Youre in my prayers as you go through this grieving time. Jennie (Scripps) Carter The Gene Bowers Family, Our deepest sympathy. Gene was a good friend and we will miss him. Fond memories of driving to the computer club in Muskegon especially the "Dunkin Donuts" afterwards. Our prayers and condolences. Glenn and Wendy Vorres