Brian W. Bower

Brian W. Bower obituary, Allentown, PA

Brian W. Bower

Brian Bower Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by K.V. Knopp Funeral Home on Jan. 19, 2026.
Brian W. Bower, 57, of Allentown, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 15, 2026 in his home. He was the companion of the late Kimlee A. "Kim" Derr, who died in 2024.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Walter and Mary Mae (Schaffer) Bower. Brian attended Salisbury High School. He enjoyed his employment at D&S Beverages in Allentown for the last 10 years. Previously, he and Kim worked together at R&S Hoffman Construction in Allentown. Brian was a simple man who appreciated time spent with his family. He also found great joy in fishing and hunting through the years.

Survivors: Step-son, Jason S. Moyer and his wife Ashleigh Anderson of Bethlehem; nephew, Nicholas Koon; 3 grandchildren, Atlas Anderson, Ayden Moyer and Heaven Moyer. Brian was also preceded in death by a brother, Terry Koon.

Services will be private at the family's request. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

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