Richard C.

Bowers

Richard C. Bowers, age 94, of Haviland, OH, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at the Fort Wayne VA Medical Center, surrounded by his family.

He was born on December 17, 1931 in Lucas County, OH to the late Clair D. and Adele (Simon) Bowers. On December 29, 1956, he married Laura Belle Carlisle, who passed away in 2018.

Richard proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War upon the USS Salem as a radioman. He was in the insurance and real estate business for many years. In his earlier years, Richard worked as a truck driver hauling steel and heavy machinery. He was also the mayor of Haviland, OH for 8 years.

He is survived by his children: Sheila (Dave) Mohr, Clearwater, FL; Clair Bowers, Payne, OH; Karen (Mark) Arend, Paulding, OH; Michael (Annette) Bowers, Antwerp, OH; Kathleen (Al) Ehlinger, Antwerp, OH; 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Richard is also preceded in death by his siblings: Junior Bowers, Curtis "Mike" Bowers, Robert Bowers, and Ann Renn.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, OH with Pastor Eric Bass officiating. Burial will follow in Dealey Cemetery, Benton Township, Payne, OH with military rites accorded by the Paulding VFW Post #587.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, OH. There will also be calling one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be made in Richard's memory to St. Jude Children's Hospital.