Brian Dowler Obituary
Brian enjoyed working for many years in maintenance at O'Bleness Hospital. He enjoyed the outdoors and wildlife. He was an avid hunter and had one exceptional buck listed with the Boone and Crockett Club. Brian was well loved by his family and many friends.
Brian is survived by his wife, Betty Edwards Dowler; sons, Gregory Dowler of Richwood, Ohio and Seth Barber of The Plains; daughter, Brieana Edwards of The Plains; brothers, Lewis Wayne (Debra) Dowler of Athens and Rodney (Debbie) Dowler of Guysville; uncle, Clair (Leann) Glass; aunt, Edith Wend; nieces and nephews, Elizabeth (Alex) Merriell, Jennifer (Johnny) Buck, Zachary (Candace) Dowler, Candyss (Rodney) Bryant, Logan Dowler, and Justine Dowler; and great nieces and nephews, Ava Merriell, Olivia Merriell, Charlie Dowler, and Jasmin Bryant.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 23, 2023, in the Souers-Cardaras Funeral Home, 46 Fayette St., Nelsonville, with Pastor Phil Foster officiating. Cremation followed the funeral services.
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Bryan gabriel
March 7, 2023
I knew Brian and his family from living on the ridge to before we moved away, he was always nice and friendly and spoke alot to me when we visited after moving away, one of those people you always rembereed, whole family was always nice to us God bless
Judith Brunton
February 25, 2023
What a tragedy! A wonderful person has left this earth and there will be a void. You.kind, generous, caring . A good man
Christine Burns
February 24, 2023
I had the honor of attending the funeral of a man who had integrity as his first fruit. Brian Dowler was kind, brave, and always eager to ease the hardships of others. For us, at 57, he died too young and after too much suffering, but the body of goodness he left behind was expressed through the many who miss and grieve his death to this life. Take heart that Brian’s name has been written on a new white stone, according to scripture, with a life full of the adventures he loved so without all of the suffering that comes from leaving this life all to early. His complete honesty and integrity have left us with a much better world than when he entered it. May Peace be with you all! My prayers certainly are.
Pastor Christine Burns
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Brenda Mace
February 22, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person friend and neighbor. Brian was a good friend and great neighbor.Prayers for the family
Stacie & Dan Decaminada
February 21, 2023
Thoughts and prayers to Brian’s family & friends.
Jonathan Lax
February 21, 2023
Brian was a leader, friend, and mentor. He would tell it like it is and was passionate in every aspect of his job and other duties. The Hospital and all associates have lost a special person.
Barry Bolin
February 21, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing of Brian. He was a very nice person. He always spoke to me when he saw me at Obleness hospital. Actually always called my name out when he saw me first.
I pray that the good Lord sustains the family during this difficult time.
Sandie Leasure
February 21, 2023
Brian was one of my favorite employees at OMH. I am so glad we stayed in touch after my retirement and had many conversations after his diagnosis. How many times over the years did I hear " I am not going to lie to you" before he would share his honest thoughts and emotions. One of the few people I know who could and would share their true thoughts and feelings. I loved that about him. I miss him already.
OPGHC General Surgery
February 21, 2023
Brian was always kind, generous, and easy going. He will be greatly missed by all of us who were fortunate to work with him for many years. May the stories and memories shared of him bring peace and comfort to his family.
Timothy Norton
February 18, 2023
Rest in peace Brian
Harold Cullison
February 18, 2023
Sending my Condolences to the family. I Have many good memories of Brian. One that stands out to me was standing around bon fires as a teenager. Some really good times. RIP my friend
Lynn (Bissell) Justice
February 18, 2023
I first met Brian when I started working at the hospital in 1989, and continued our friendship on and off throughout the years.
Brian truly was a pure heart, a wonderful man and I will miss his laugh so much.
Brenda Brown
February 17, 2023
I am sorry to hear of Brian's passing. We all grew up together out on the ridge and were at each other's houses all the time. He was such a good person. He will be sadly missed. I will keep you all in my prayers at this difficult time
Duane & Lynn Andrews
February 17, 2023
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bert Caudill Stewart
February 17, 2023
Brian you will be greatly missed you earned your wings fly high
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