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John R. Bowler

Torrance, California

1928-2009

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June 29, 1928 - January 7, 2009John R. Bowler, also known as "Dakka" was born on June 29, 1928 and passed away at the age of 81 on January 7, 2010. Born and raised in Cambridge, Massachusetts, John made his way to sunny California in 1949 after being honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy on...

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Just the other side of midnight, Sunday morning, raining, wind howling, on the top of the Coker drill derrick, John in his slicker suit inching nearer to the drill stem pulley to repair it, and re-string the drill stem cable. He could have waited, said do it on daylights and avoided the job altogether, but John wouldn’t wait, he couldn’t rest until the job was done; the mission accomplished. All your missions are complete now John, your work is done; so it’s time to take that well deserved...

Missy,
I always liked working and talking with your dad, he was a great guy. He was always well respected by the guys. His passing is truely a loss for all. May you and your family find comfort in his rememberance as a true friend to so many. Our prayer are with him, you and your family,
Randy & Melissa Albers

I am so sorry to hear about John. I have known and worked with him for well over 30 years. He was an oustanding person and fun to be around.

Missy,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad.
May all of your good memories bring some comfort.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Susan