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Gordon BOWKER Obituary
90, died peacefully on January 12, 2018. He was born in Cortland, NY, served in the Air Force, and raised his family in Albany, NY, Philadelphia, and Miami before settling in Valrico in 1993. He is predeceased by his son, Benton and survived by his wife, Patricia; his children, Sally Frantz, Sue Clarendon, and Tony Bowker; and his grandchildren, Ben Clarendon, Dan Clarendon, Bobby Bowker. He lived his life with courage and never lost his sense of humor. There will be a gathering of friends and family at the River Hills Country Club on Friday, January 19 at 6:30 pm.
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Don Dick
February 9, 2018
Gordon you were a good friend.You opened doors to opportunities that I would never had experienced without you.
I will remember your humour and value your wisdom.
Tom Schrade
February 5, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Bowker.
I knew him as a friend of my parents. He was always kind to me.
Condolences to his family.
GENEVIEVE THERRE
January 30, 2018
Condolences to Pat, the children and grandchildren from cousins Genevieve and Paul.
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