William Bowers

BOWERS, William Alexander, died October 16, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital. He was 96 years old. Bill Bowers grew up on a farm in Caroline County and attended Randolph-Macon College. He served in the Army Transportation Corps during World War II. After the war, he held several positions in the office of the RF&P Railroad, retiring as Manager of Records in 1976. He attended Boulevard United Methodist Church, where he held many offices and was known particularly for his work in support of programs for youth. He was also known for his steadfast faith and his readiness to help everyone he met in need. He was a craftsman in wood and an avid golfer for many years. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Evelyn F. Bowers; his daughter, Virginia B. Rowlett and her husband, Russell J. Rowlett; his grandson, Michael T. Rowlett; his younger sister, Maria B. Nelson; and many nieces, nephews, other relations and friends. Graveside services will be held at Westhampton Memorial Park at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 21. A memorial service will be held at the Simms Center, Lakewood Manor, 1900 Lauderdale Drive, at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 12. Arrangements are by Bennett Funeral Home, West Chapel.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.