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Donald Albert DOWERS

1931 - 2017

Donald Albert DOWERS obituary, 1931-2017, Tucson, AZ

BORN

1931

DIED

2017

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Desert Sunset Funeral Home

3081 W. Orange Grove Road

Tucson, Arizona

Donald DOWERS Obituary

DOWERS, Donald Albert 86, of Tucson, Arizona passed away July 7, 2017. Preceded in death by son, Donald Frank Dowers, 61. Survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, June Marie Dowers. Children, Claudia (Albert), Michael (Diana), Carol (David); eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Born June 27, 1931 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Donald was a professional truck driver for 50+ years. He had a passion for truck driving, but the love for his family drove deeper. A private memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jul. 23, 2017.

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Janice Wilson

March 21, 2018

You were always very kind and welcoming to me. Your love for your family was so apparent in the great sacrifices you made for all around you. I thank you for helping me Don. I will never forget you

BRY

July 24, 2017

Sincere condolences to the family, May your hearts be comforted as you cope with the pain of your dear loss - Psalm 147:3, Philip 4:6

Barb Albertsen

July 23, 2017

My heart goes out to the family. He will be in your hearts until you meet again in that wondrous place called heaven. RIP Mr. Dowers.

Caron Bemis

July 23, 2017

My grandpa! I'm proud to say I was his Angel now he is mine. R.I.P

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