George Richard Bower Jr.

George Richard Bower Jr. obituary, Dixon, IL

George Richard Bower Jr.

George Bower Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dixon on Jul. 18, 2025.

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George Richard Bower, 62, of Dixon, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, at UW Health University Hospital, Madison, WI. He was firefighter and EMT for West Suburban Fire Department, serving for 14 years prior to his retirement.
George was born, July 18, 1962, in Rochelle, the son of George and Carol (Hain) Bower. He married the love of his life, Marsha Stuckey on July 14, 2020, in Dixon. George loved taking pictures of trains, wildlife, and family pets. He was a loving father, husband, and grandfather.
George is survived by his wife, Marsha of Dixon; his children; Raven, April, Cindy, Anthony; one step-son, Aaron Stuckey; one brother, Clayton (Dawn) Bowers; nine grandchildren; and numerous cousins.
George was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Crystal LeAnn Bower; infant sister, Lisa Marie Bower; and his mother-in-law, Patricia Stuckey.
A memorial has been established to the family.
Arrangements were completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.
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