RALPH MONROE BOWYER

Ralph Monroe Bowyer

Ralph Monroe Bowyer, 85, of Lynchburg, went to be with the Lord Sunday, August 29, 2010. He is preceded in death by his wife, Daphine Ratcliffe Bowyer of 60 years, a son Gary Bowyer, a brother Albert Vernon Bowyer, and a sister Louise Bowyer. Born October 21, 1924, he is the son of the late Albert and Bertha Bowyer of Bedford County.

He was retired from Pargas of Lynchburg. He served in the Air Commandos during World War II in the Pacific arena. Several days prior to passing he assured his family of his salvation through his savior "Jesus Christ."

He is survived by his son Danny A. Bowyer and wife, Pat who recently moved to Lynchurg to spend time together with him, three grandchildren, Shane Bowyer of Amarillo, Texas, Robbie Bowyer of Altavista, Linda Jefferson of Hurt, six great children, and daughter-in-law Rachel Bowyer along her fianc‚, Cecil Roakes, sister Nettie Bowyer Ward of Salem, two brothers Earl Bowyer of Roanoke, Marvin Bowyer of Boonesmill, along with a number of nieces and nephews.

To his many friends who helped and encourage him through his battle with cancer, Helene Sanders, Bob and Sue Hahn, Dr. Headley, Dr. Vanderwater, nursing staff at Centra Health and the Summit, Dot Davis, Helen Inge, and many friends at Runk and Pratt Residental Care at Leesville Road, we thank you for every part each of you have been in his life.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, September 1, 2010 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.

A graveside service will be conducted in Montevale Presbyterian Church Cemetery on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Latta B. Terry officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 4212, Lynchburg, VA 24502.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424.