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Deana Bowers Obituary

Bowers, Deana Sue, 52, owner of Details by Deana, transitioned from this world to be with her Lord, Sun., Nov. 21, 2010. Visitation with the family, 6-8 p.m., Tues., Nov. 23, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Service, 11 a.m., Wed., Nov. 24, Westlink Church of Christ. Preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn Wolfe; granddaughter, Glory Bowers. Survivors: husband, Ben Bowers; son Josh Bowers (Amanda) of Andale; daughter, Jessica Traffas (Jay) of Wichita; sisters, Debbie Strong (Mike) of Wichita, Denice Cole (Jim) of Moore, OK; grandchildren, Clayton, Avery, Colt, Danner, Hannah, Levi, and over 100 in the Bowers' tribe. Memorials to Agape Care Cradle, Inc., 126 N. Emporia, Wichita, KS 67202. www.dlwichita.com.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2010.

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Steve & Debbie Sonner

December 14, 2010

Ben,

Deb and I just moved back to Wichita and heard about your loss. We are praying for you brother. Would like to get together sometime and catch up.

Steve & Debbie Sonner
650-5465

Michelle Cather

December 1, 2010

Jessica and Family~ Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you all. The Cather Family

December 1, 2010

Dr. Ben

Suzanne Chester

December 1, 2010

Dr. Ben,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. (DABCI student)

November 29, 2010

My deepest condolences go out to the Bowers and Wolfe families.
Not only was I a classmate of Deana's in "76", but my mother and sisters knew and thought fondly of Carolyn and the Wolfe girls.
I hadn't seen Deana much since high school, but can tell you this... EVERYONE who went to Truesdell and South in the early and mid 70's thought Deana was one of the sweetest girls around. She really had a wonderful personality.
Benny and family, I surely speak for others as well when saying how sorry I am.

Sincerely,
Bob Carr

Dr.Gary ,Lynn Larkin

November 28, 2010

Ben,Jessica,Josh
So very sorry for your loss of Deana .We know that God will give all the peace,comfort and strength at this diffcult time of loss,also the time of year that is approching us.We know the peace that God can give and he will soothe your heavy and aching hearts.If their is any thing we can do to help you though this time ,please feel free to call us.May God Bless all of you and keep you in his care,just as he has Deana in his care now.

Dr.Gary and Lynn Larkin

Debbie Baker

November 27, 2010

I will miss my sweet friend.

Chris & Becka Preston

November 25, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. May God continue to give you peace and strength... Psalm 34:18

Lisa Meyer

November 25, 2010

Ben and family, There just are not any words to express how sorry we are for your loss. I have many good memories of Deena and your family. We will be praying for you all! David and Lisa (Bontrager) Meyer

Gary & Jeanette Miskimon

November 24, 2010

Ben, We are so sorry to hear of this tragic and all too early loss. We pray for the Holy Spirit to wrap his arms around your entire family as God welcomes Deana into eternal life. In God's Peace, Gary & Jeanette.

Kim Lundgren

November 24, 2010

To Ben and the Bowers Family, I have such fond memories of Deana at South High. It has been alot of years, but time does not extinguish our common bonds of the past. I am deeply saddened by her death, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

November 24, 2010

Jessica and family- I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for God to comfort you during this difficult time.

Amy (Brown)Wegner, ARNP (Olathe, KS)

Paula Hansen-Harvey

November 24, 2010

Ben, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and best friend Deana. When we talked a few years ago at the gas station, and you spoke of Deana, I could feel the love you have for her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this most difficult day, as they have been and will continue to be. God bless you all.

November 24, 2010

Ben, we haven,t been in contact very much over the years but the close friendship from school and reunions still is felt. My prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family in your loss. I know she will be missed greatly by all.
God bless you all!
Kevin Warner

Kathy Newton Boaz

November 24, 2010

Deana was a big presence in earlier teenage years for many of us and the source of so many happy memories. She had that "forever" smile - I can see it right now. To Bennie and Deana's family and circle of friends, God Bless you all and grant you peace. Please find comfort in knowing that He will take care of her now.

troy evans

November 24, 2010

Ben and Family,

Im sorry for your loss. Deana's great personality and smiles will be missed. May God bless you and your family in this trying time.

Delilah Anderson

November 24, 2010

Dear Ben and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Delilah and Darrel Anderson

James and Sandy Abel

November 24, 2010

Dear Ben, Please know We are grieving with you and your precious family. We were so blessed to meet your beautiful bride, and it was so evident of the LOVE that was shared between the two of you. You are in our families prayers, we love you, and our hearts are breaking with yours, but we REJOICE in knowing your unwavering faith will carry you through!! Friends in Christ, Doc and Sandy Abel

Scott & Sandy Bowersox

November 24, 2010

Dearest Ben, Jessica, Josh and Family... I write this with a heavy heart, I am so very saddened and shocked to learn of Deana's passing. It is in times like these that our life here on earth makes so little sense... however God's plan is perfect and we must trust in him. Ben, when I have turned to you for help to make sense of this earthly journey your testimony always leads me back to God’s word and his will, not mine. May you and your family feel his strength and have the blessed assurance that Deana has ascended into God’s arms and this is all part of his perfect plan. I have fond memories of Deana and her support for you and Team in Training when you ran the Disney Marathon in Orlando. May all our memories of Deana here on earth serve as a comfort in knowing she lived life to it’s fullest and to serve God… and to know that her service continues on in a grander way. If you need anything I am here for you… Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With Love,

November 23, 2010

We are church friends with Debbie and Mike Strong. Our prayers and sympathy go out to them and all the family. May God bless you and comfort you durig this time of loss and grieving.
Roger and Paulette Mattingly

Tricia Bird

November 23, 2010

Ben, Our prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Mark & Tricia Bird and family

Mark Yost

November 23, 2010

I'm sorry for the loss of Deana. My thoughts are with you. I went to school with Deana since grade school at Cleaveland. My prayers are with you.

Tom Engelmann

November 23, 2010

Ben and family: Your family is special to us and our prayers are with you in this sorrowful time. Your wife and Mom will be missed her smile and kindness is well known and is a wonderful memory. God bless you all and call if we can do anything.

Brian Wirt

November 23, 2010

I first met Deana in elementary school, she always stood out as a leader.... this continued all the way through high school, and apparently through-out her life. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family, and friends. Brian Wirt, & Family

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

Every time I have heard the word dance, I have pictured you so graceful "dancing for Jesus". I smile picturing your smile and laugh, and that you are with your mom... we miss you so very much, and it will take some time for our hearts to heal. I will cherish the memories for the rest of my life. I love you and can't wait to see you again. Your loving niece

November 23, 2010

Deana will be missed tremendously by all. The only pleasant thing I can think of at the moment is to know beyond all doubt that my friend is now with the Lord! I'll be thinking of you Ben, Jessica, Josh and family. I pray you know God's comfort during this time.

Sherri & Doug Hess

November 23, 2010

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. she will be deeply missed as many loved her.. we can rejoyce knowing she is with our lord jesus in heaven walking with him and dancing on streets of heavens floors.. .. much love shelle stancer and pat stancer...

breakfast in NY

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

excited for NY 2004

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

my graduation 2004

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

NY 2004

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

Sisters sleep over

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

Our NY trip together

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

Whole family in Maui

Stephanie Schweizer

November 23, 2010

Don and Karen Smith

November 23, 2010

Ben and Family,
Our hearts ache for you as you walk this path. Please know we will continue to lift you before our Lord Jesus and ask Him to wrap his loving arms around you, guide your steps, and soothe your aching heart. Although it is extremly tough to loose a precious woman of God, what a joy to know she is worshiping at the feet of Jesus.

Christie McKibben (Shurtz)

November 23, 2010

Bowers Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all our in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Bowers was the "coolest" mom ever, she always made you feel welcome. She will truley be missed. Jessica if you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to call.

Julie Beck

November 23, 2010

Deana, Oh how I will miss you! You were such a blessing in my life. You helped me many times to keep my focus on the Lord,when raising my kids. You brought such fun and laugher to family get togethers. You were a great servant and helped many people, out of the kindness and goodness of your heart. You always sought me out and we had very meaningful conversation. Thank you so much for your love for my brother and the wonderful love you showed your children and grandchildren. What an example. I miss you already! I know I will see you again. Thanks to Jesus!!! He has saved us and prepared an enternal home, where there is no more sadness or sorrow, no more aging bodies, perfect skin, not sagging necks, no trying to fit into smaller clothes...because you have been perfectly fitted for your new body. I love Deana...Thank you for loving me!
Your little sister in-law...Julie

Genine Larson

November 23, 2010

Ben and family our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time when you need them the most.
Randy and Genine

Rob and Debbie Rotola

November 23, 2010

We are all praying for supernatural strength to guide you during this most difficult time during this most difficult time of year. Our hearts are aching with sadness and shock, yet we know your beautiful wife and mom is in the arms of the one she loved so much. This is not the end Ben, you will be together again, for certain.
We are here for you any time for anything.
Sincerely, Pastor Rob and Debbie

November 23, 2010

Dr. Ben and Jessica,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Margaret Foncannon

Deanna Agpoon

November 23, 2010

Dear Ben and family, we are sincerely sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure Deana will be missed, but she left great memories for your family. God's hand is holding all of you up now, use him to stay strong and remember He will never turn His back on you nor forsake you even when life does not make sense. Our prayers are with you all.
Mark & Deanna Agpoon and family

Lynn & Priscilla Frank

November 23, 2010

It is so hard to imagine what your husband, children, grandchildren, and dear sisters are going through. My heart aches for them all. I know how much we'll miss you and it can't even compare to their sorry and grief. I know you would be trusting God to care for them and HE WILL!

November 23, 2010

To Ben and Family, there are no words of ours that can really comfort you at this time but the words from the Holy Spirit can. Just know that we are friends who love you and who are praying for your strength in the Lord. May God continue to hold you all in his hands! With Love, Rev. Dr. Wilbert and Martha Lewis and Dr. Rhonda Lewis

Karie Glover Lesly

November 23, 2010

Benny & Family-
Can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Deana was such a beautiful girl in so many ways as all of you experienced through sharing her life...a very bright light on this earthly place has dimmed...but OH how She's shining in heaven now! May God hold you all in the shelter of His wings. My thoughts and prayers are many for you, Ben.
Karie Glover Lesly

Diana Otis

November 23, 2010

"I am so sorry to learn of Deana's passing. Although, our paths separated us over the years, I will always cherish our childhood together. Going to Kelly Elementary, the slumber parties, our 5th grade duet to Love is Blue that we made up and presented to the class, the easy bake oven, talking about boys, and what we wanted to be when we grew up. Deana was a special part of a very special time in my life. We are what were then, and she will always be a part of my memory. My love to her family, especially her two sisters." Diana Johnson-Otis (Augusta, KS)

Wes & Alma Wolken

November 23, 2010

Dear Ben and Family,words can not express our deepest sorrow for your loss. Deana has always been a beautiful woman,and has left a wonderful legacy in a loving husband, beautiful children and grandchildren. Our memories will keep us until we can see her again. Our love to all.

Gail Kellett

November 23, 2010

To Deana's family, let us extend our sincere condolences and sympathy to all of you during this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Jim & Denice's family; Betty Cole, Gail, Jimmy & Joey Kellett,
Paula, Billy, Stefani, Samantha & Raylee Arpealer.

Tim and Kathy Abel

November 23, 2010

Dr. Ben, Jessica,and the entire family,
We know the loss of a mother and wife, the sadness is great, but the memories flow strong. We keep your family in our prayer daily for the great strength you have given us and now we will continue to keep you in our prayer and ask God to strengthen you, hold all of you up at this time. She is so beautiful and her spirit so strong, she will be with you all each day as you carry on. We love you so very much. Tim and Kathy Abel.

Kim & Allyson Osborn

November 23, 2010

Oh Jessica, words can't even begin to tell you how said we are upon hearing about your beautiful Mother. Allyson and I will always cherish the time spent with the both of you during Allys years of dance. I know your heart is broken and please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kim and Allyson

Victor Wullschleger

November 23, 2010

Very sorry to hear about your loss, but we know she is in a better place - with her Saviour - in Heavan. She always made me smile as a kid and I am sure she will be greatly missed.

Amy Stuchlik

November 23, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. May time and the Lord heal your pain. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Chad and Amy Stuchlik

Diana Loux

November 23, 2010

Jay & Jessica,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tony & Diana Loux

Michele Graham

November 23, 2010

Dear Jessica, so sorry for the loss of your sweet mother. My heart goes out to all your family in your time of pain and sorrow. May God be with you at this time of sadness.

November 23, 2010

Love's already done what love can do;
May life's precious moments, build cherished memories for you.
Ben, I am so sorry for your lose of Deana. Dr. William Hutcheson, KSMI McP.

Cecily Holliday

November 23, 2010

Deana,
Dear little sister-in-law, you left us too soon, we were not ready to let you Go!
But God,in infinite His wisdom knew best..He has a divine plan, for each of His children.And He has taken you to your Heavenly Home.
God has enfolded your
precious family into His Bosom, and wrapped His loving arms around them..And there they will stay, and be comforted..
And so Dear Deana, until we meet on that distant shore, with our loved ones
who have gone before..I am comforted by
the scripture..Well done thou Good and faithful Servant..Thou has been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many.. and, Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of one of His saints.
You are loved with an Everlasting Love..

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