BOWERS, Joel RayAge 59, passed away at his home on February 5, 2013 in Lebanon, TN. Joel was born and raised in Donelson, TN, where he graduated from McGavock High school in 1972. He was retired from American Airlines since 2008. He also owned and operated Joel Bowers Septic Pumping in Lebanon. Joel was survived by his two children, Courtney Paige and Joshua Trey; mother, Jon Rhea Bowers; brothers, Randy Bowers (Alma), Mike Bowers; sister, Janice Lavendar (Hardy) and Glynda Bowers, all of Kingston Springs, Jeannie Gayle Hodges (Jimmy) of Smyrna, TN; 8 nieces and nephews, and 9 great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Hubert "Dee" Bowers. Honorary Pallbearers are: Gary Henley, Terry Jackson, Brian Gibson, Greg Gibson, Shayne Lavendar, Blake Bowers, Billy Birdwell, J. W. Hunt, Dale DeMoss. Visitation 12 - 2 p.m., with Memorial Service at 2 p.m., followed by A Celebration of Life February 17th in the Community Center at Burns Park, Kingston Springs, TN. NASHVILLE FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, (615) 256-1605.

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Published by The Tennessean on Feb. 10, 2013.

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Elaine Parsons Burris

February 17, 2013

Prayers to you and your family.

Karan Hickey

February 15, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 14, 2013

Will forever miss your great smile. PEACE

February 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Joel's family.
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Angela Oddone

February 10, 2013

I was deeply saddened to hear of Joel's passing. May your memories give you strength and peace during these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Michael O'Neal

February 10, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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