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David Bowers Obituary

David W. Bowers 3/15/49-1/19/11 Sound engineer extraordinaire, fine friend, unique human being. We will miss his love, humor, physical energy and vibrant life force. In 1971, after combat service with the Marine Corps in Vietnam, Dave began his career as a sound engineer in Santa Cruz. His attention to detail and dedication to the highest standards of his craft led to tours with the Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins and Toto, among others. Returning to the Bay area in 1984, he joined IATSE Local 134 and was hired by Promedia Ultrasound. His sensitive ear and impeccable work ethic led to gigs with Luciano Pavarotti, the Three Tenors, Andrea Bocelli, the Irish Tenors, the SF Opera and the SF Symphony. His last gig, before he succumbed to colon cancer, was the East Bay Symphony's November, 2010 concert with Carlos Santana and Narada Michael Walden. Dave is survived by his wife Carie May-Bowers, brother Jack Bowers and sister Dr. Genie Bowers. Please friend David W. Bowers on Facebook to share memories and learn about a celebration of his life.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 21 to Jan. 23, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for David Bowers

27 Entries

Cynthia Larson

January 15, 2022

Remembering David today on the anniversary of his passing. Its so sad you are no longer with us. Such a kind, funny and wonderful friend. You were one of a kind. And still in our hearts.

Cynthia Larson

January 15, 2021

David was a special person to me. I met him in the early 70's. There were no others like him. In the music biz, you get surrounded by lots of temptations. But i only knew David to be into health (his regular running) having a few good, select friends, his kind demeanor and of course his crazy sense of humor. I have thought of David many times throughout the years. His memory will always be with me. Until we see you again!

Greg McGeary

February 19, 2011

Dave, it was great touring with you over the past couple of years, you will be greatly missed. Your passion for excellence in trade and life is without a doubt what makes you, "you". I ended my touring career with you house right of my lighting board and I will never forget you and the great times that we had on the road. It was a honor to have met you.

Godspeed...

Cynthia Larson

February 16, 2011

I am so sorry I can't make David's celebration of life next week. Please know that he touched my life deeply and will forever be missed. I send my love out to him and his family and friends. Please let me know if you do anything in Santa Cruz.

Cynthia Larson

February 15, 2011

David was a consumate professional and a genuine pleasure for us to work with over the years. A class act and a great guy. We will miss him.

Larry Italia
Yamaha Commercial Audio

Anthony Askew

February 14, 2011

Dave I'm going to miss you Bro

Jack Hayback

February 12, 2011

I don't think anyone has made me laugh harder then David. He will be missed!

Steve Paine

February 10, 2011

David, I miss you very much. We laughed together, we cursed out loud and you were one of my best teachers. Best part of the 4th of July was you and the fireworks. Much love

Erika Lopez

February 1, 2011

David lived with Ken and I when we were first married in the early 80s. He was one of the most hilarious, sweet, frustrating people ever. Although we lost touch over the years, my heart goes out to his wife and family, as I know what a treasure he was, and what a great loss you are enduring.
Erika Lopez

Ryan Cornelius

January 28, 2011

I will miss him greatly. Everytime I worked with David he taught me something new and made me laugh till I was sore. It will not me the same without him. We have a lost a great friend. Peace and Love.

Bill Smeed

January 25, 2011

You worked with some of the best and will be missed David, although I'm sure your in Heaven now working the sound for the likes of Buddy Holly, Hendrix, Dio, and my good friend Phil Kennimore who also lost his battle with cancer 2 weeks ago.

Bill Smeed

Shawn Anderson

January 24, 2011

I will miss this amazing human very much. He in his way was a great mentor and teacher to myself and many others I am sure. Be at peace David, you will always be in my thoughts.

Derek Featherstone

January 23, 2011

I find it truth telling when all sentiments held by those who knew, experienced, and were tortured by, David are all the same. This shows me (not that I need to be told!!) he was a solid honest person who revealed only the truth that he possesed. It is rare to come across an individual with such fortitude in life and we lost one a few days ago. You will be missed David.

Galen Hill

January 23, 2011

Dave always was so friendly and helped bring the neighborhood together with his great personality. It is a great loss to all of us. We will always remember you Dave! Love and kisses.

Bayo Vista Neighborhood.

Bob W

January 23, 2011

Be at Peace Friend.

January 23, 2011

We Will Always Remember You at Pac Bell Park/ SF Opera Simulcast.
Riding on the Gradall with 12 Milos Hangin and swangin, Wearing the Viking Helmut, while "Die Walkure" was playing, Priceless, truely

Alva T

Bruce Hudgens

January 23, 2011

I always considered Dave a true friend, and although we lost touch after I left CA, his passing saddens me.

Bob Havlice

January 23, 2011

So long for now pal of mine. It's been a pleasure to know yuh!

Cynthia Larson

January 23, 2011

Dear David, You made an impact in my life. I learned you could be of a rock and roll world and still have a healthy lifestyle. No one understood you back then when you were up at 6am to go for a run when everybody else was just getting to bed. :) We will all miss you; wonderful special man. Cynthia

Bill Fairweather

January 23, 2011

Dear David, I feel blessed to have you as a friend. You are a wonderful, caring, and gifted person. Over the past year we have grown much closer due to the challenges that life threw both are ways. I was honored that you allowed me to be a part of your life in that way. Im so glad I had the chance to tell you how much I love you, allthough I suspect you allready knew that. Your courage and heart are inspiring, God Bless you and your family, take care, Bill Fairweather

Your friend forever

Steve Fallon

January 23, 2011

Corlyce Olivieri

January 23, 2011

I worked with you a lot when I first came into the Local. You were always nice to me and had a big smile. You will be mised !
C. M. Olivieri

January 23, 2011

Dear Dave, It was a gift to have you as a friend, I feel greatful that you and I were able to spend time together over the past year supporting each other thru the challenges life threw at us. You are a wonderful, caring, generous human being and I feel honored to have share my time on this planet with you. Im so gald I had the chance to tell you I loved you the last time we talked.... God Bless you and your family......Bill Fairweather

Carie L. May-Bowers

January 23, 2011

David, you lived for music, it was your heart and soul. You thrived on making others laugh and you touched so many through your antics and misbehavior. You were always there for the ones who followed in your footsteps. Old friends were never old and it always touched you deeply to hold their friendship in your heart. Thank you for sharing your life with me. Bless and love, Carie

January 22, 2011

DB
You were a great friend and will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to have crossed paths with you.
Your Friend forever.
DB

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