Burdette F. Bower

Burdette F. "Whitey" Bower Battle Creek Burdette F. "Whitey" Bower, 92, of Battle Creek, died Monday at Battle Creek Health System. He was born on April 16, 1916 in Union City to Jay and LaVina (Robinson) Bower. Burdette was employed at the Kellogg Company for 31 years, retiring in 1978. He married Newzetta A. Joslyn on July 24, 1950 in Angola, IN; she preceded him in death on July 19, 1990. He is survived by daughters, Susan V. (Thomas) Evans of East Leroy, and Sandra K. Spencer of Battle Creek; three grandchildren, Mark Slayton, Michelle (Ray) Page, and Jamie Spencer; and three great-grandchildren. Burdette was also preceded in death by sisters, Ruth Schultz and Eva Casterline. Burdette was a member of the Kellogg 25 year club. He was an avid walker, enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home where services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday with Pastor Larry Messer officiating. Interment will follow at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be given to charity of one's choice.