Bette M. Bowers

Bette M. Bowers obituary, Chambersburg, PA

Bette M. Bowers

Bette Bowers Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home - Chambersburg on Jan. 6, 2026.
Bette M. Bowers, 94, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away January 4, 2026, at Menno Haven's Brookview Healthcare Center. She was born on September 11, 1931, in Chambersburg, PA, the daughter of David and Mildred Kramer. Bette was a member of King Street Church and of First United Methodist Church.

Bette is survived by her husband Jack Bowers, daughters Barbara Lyons (Gregg), Cynthia Courtright (Michael) and Pamela Taylor (Willard), grandchildren Chris Lyons, Lauren Jennings, Jonathan Lyons, Kristin Ward, Jennifer Blackmon, Michael Ryan Courtright, Bryan Taylor, and 12 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Bette is preceded in death by brother, Jack Kramer.

A memorial service will be held on January 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at Brookview Chapel, Menno Haven's Brookview Healthcare Center, 1000 Northfield Dr., Chambersburg.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bette's name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, https://www.alz.org/pa.

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January 8, 2026

Elaine Worley Lovell posted to the memorial.

January 7, 2026

George R. (Dick) Jenkins posted to the memorial.

January 6, 2026

Janis Condon posted to the memorial.

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Elaine Worley Lovell

January 8, 2026

Bette Bowers was one of a kind. Very special and talented woman. She could accomplish anything she set her mind to.
She had 3 beautiful daughters, sang in the choir, worked for the telephone company and danced with the love of her life Jack.

I love her with all my heart. She took care of me in many aspects of my life and included me with her sweet family always.
I miss her but plan on seeing her again.
Love u Bette.
Elaine Worley Lovell

George R. (Dick) Jenkins

January 7, 2026

I was so very sorry to hear that Bette had entered the Kingdom of God. I can certainly understand when one loses a spouse and I am thinking and praying for Jack during this very difficult time.

Janis Condon

January 6, 2026

Dear Mr. Bowers, Barb, Cindy, and Pam, I am sorry to learn of Bette's death. I remember her from King Street very well. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,

Karen Kramer Frey

January 6, 2026

Jack and family. I´m so sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences.

Deb Bowers Zullinger

January 6, 2026

I´ve known Aunt Bette for a long time. I have so many memories of her, but there´s not enough room.
"May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sunshine be warm upon your face, May rains fall upon your fields, and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his back."

Lois Thayer

January 6, 2026

Dear Jack and family I am so sorry for your loss. May your fond memories of your days together carry you through these tough times. You are in my heart and prayers.

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