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R. BOWSER Obituary
Over nine and a half decades, he filled his cup of life with a charming and positive attitude, seldom having a negative word about anyone or anything short the occasional grumble at Democrats. After working for newspapers, a career in the Air Force spanning WWII, Korea, and Vietnam and retiring as a Lt. Col., he attended Thomas Nelson College, received a degree in finance, and started The Bowser Report, an industry-respected stock market newsletter focused on microcap stock analysis, and on which he still rode the publisher's desk until three weeks before his quiet departure.
A devoted fan of the Redskins, he played a mean game of tennis into his 80s, often whipping players half his age, and continued to exercise three times a week at Riverside Wellness & Fitness Center to an end that had few fumbles worth recording. He loved to tell jokes that often fell flat, but people laughed at regardless, was generous, lived modestly and with prudence, and he enjoyed being liked by the people he met every day and was successful at it. He attended St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Hampton.
His originality and cheerful personality will be missed by his daughter, Cindy Bowser; and son-in-law, Dave; his cousins, Michelle Fuerst and Connie Zullinger, both of Ohio; and his many friends in Newport News and throughout the country.
Services will be private. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Bonnie Bonsor
January 2, 2024
Ten years later, I think of Max as still being here! I know he has been telling jokes on the other side for a long time now. One thing I remember fondly is the visits he had with my mother, bringing ice cream and wine for an afternoon of conversation. There will never be another Max Bowser!
Ryan Wesley
February 1, 2012
Cindy,
My condolences to you on the passing of your father. Although I never met him personally, I really enjoyed what he wrote in the newsletter; his humor reminded me of my grandfather, who passed away a few years ago, also at 95.
Bonnie Bonsor
January 16, 2012
Max inspired me, cheered me, and always made me remember the most important things in life - working hard, loving your friends, and having fun in everything you do. I will miss you Max - you taught me a lot. Cindy - you are in my thoughts every day.
Scottie Gearing
January 11, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies and condolences over your loss. I learned a lot and made lifelong friends while working for Mr. Bowser. I always got a kick out of his ideas for the December issues of the Report. ~ Scottie
Angie Vellines
January 9, 2012
Cindy,
My deepest sympathy to you and Dave on the passing of your father.
Michael Barton
January 7, 2012
I first met Max at the Riverside Wellness & Fitness Center when he was turning 90 and I was turning 50. I suggested to him that anyone who was celebrating their 90th birthday deserved to be taken to lunch - and so the friendship started together with our annual lunch date. Max was a person who did not have a negative bone in his body - a real mentor to anyone on how to live each day of your life. Max was in his 90's but he never grew old. He possessed the gift of "quick whit" and always held his own in any joking volley. I'll miss my friend.
January 7, 2012
Mr. Bowser you will be missed dearly.
O.J. & Jeffrey
Judith Buchanan
January 6, 2012
Mr Bowser and his jokes will be missed by many of us at the Riverside Wellness Ctr.
Sue & Tony Thrash
January 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Cindy and Max's family and friends. Max was a character and had the greatest sense of humor! He lived a good long life--may he rest in peace.
January 6, 2012
Cindy;
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Bowser's passing, he will be missed by many, many people. He was a unique and talented individual that touched many lives. It was a joy knowing and working for him all these years at the Bowser Report. All our love. Nan, Jeff, and Kyle Burcham
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