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1934
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2023
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Charles Bowsher Obituary
LIMA -- Charles A. Bowsher was born December 10, 1934 till Sunday, September 17, 2023, at 10:58 am when he took his Saviour's hand to lead him home.
He was born to C. Adrian and Emma I. (Stemen) Bowsher who preceded him in death. On June 24, 1961 he married Persetta Wires who survives in Lima. They were married for 62 years.
Charles was an avid gardner, loved Western Square Dancing, playing cars with his Great-Grandsons, and was a huge Nascar fan. He always looked forward to eating with the lunch bunch at Apollo Cafe with the Class of 1952 from Lima Central High School. He was quick to share his knowledge and ability to anyone who asked, a special friend, Mike Fiedler refered to him as the "Old Man" book of knowledge about cars. His family would ship car parts when in Alaska so he could fix the cars. He was in U.S. Army from 1957 until 1959 with the Arctic Test Board in Alaska preparing vehicles to be ready for the possible Cold War. Charles worked with Oldsmobile dealerships as a mechanic from 1952 until 1986, after much arm twisting he left to teach at Northwestern College, now UNOH, from 1986 until 1998 to teach and share with his students the same passion for cars he had.
Survivors include: a Son, Cris A. (Donna) Bowsher of Ada; a Grandson, Chad A. Bowsher of Lima; 2 Great-Grandsons, Connor A. and Benjamin Bowsher; a Sister, Dorothy Danner of Lima; a Brother-in-law, Larry Esmonde of Lima.
He was preceded in death by: 2 Brothers, Thomas (Elaine) Bowsher, David (Linda) Bowsher; a Sister, Susann Esmond; a Brother-in-law, Toby Danner; Nephews, Kevin Danner, Gene Bowsher, and Kerry Danner; along with Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.
Visitation will be from 4:00 until 8:00 pm Friday and from 10:00 am until time of services at 11:00 am Saturday, September 22, 2023 at Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel with Chaplain Lydia Brenneman officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the U. S. Army.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Gardners of Lima or Deb's Dogs.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Bowsher
6 Entries
Bonnie Knueve
September 28, 2023
Persetta, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to all.
Norita Moss
September 26, 2023
Persetta Cris and family sending prayers and love to the family Charles was a special person
Love tou r cousins
Norita Shepherd Moss and family
C. Sue Chambers
September 26, 2023
Sending love in your time of sorrow.
Brenda Keller
September 25, 2023
Dear Persetta,
You have my sympathy in the loss of your husband. May God comfort you.
Sincerely,
Brenda Keller
Kathy Wilson
September 23, 2023
Persetta. So sorry you lost your dear husband, Charles. You knew me from St Rita's when I was with Call A Nurse. You had 62 years with him. I am certain you will be reunited in Heaven.
Mike Fiedler
September 21, 2023
Charlie was my best friend and co-worker. He was always willing to help me any time I needed help with anything. I called him "the old man", because he was like a Father to me. I am so glad that I got to visit with him and Persetta last September. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love from your Friend and Co-Worker,
Mike Fiedler
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