Donald Steven Bowers
May 25 1960 - February 16 2014
NO VISITATION - All are invited to attend his Memorial Mass
Services:
Memorial Mass
Saturday March 8th 2014 at 10:00 am
Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church
1559 Roxbury Road
Columbus
, Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Donald Steven Bowers, age 53, passed away on Sunday February 16, 2014. Steve was a graduate of Grandview Heights High School. Steve was a person who had a big heart and valued family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Don and Elvira (Magnacca) Bowers; sister, Teri Bowers-Chesson. Survived by his loving aunt, Mary Lou (Nick) Melaragno; uncle, John (Sharon) Magnacca; niece, Kembrough Chesson; and special cousins. Private family cremation entrusted to THE JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. Fifth Avenue, Columbus. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 1559 Roxbury Road (Marble Cliff). Reverend Monsignor Romano Ciotola, Presider. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve's name prefered to the Ronald McDonald House, 771 E. Livingston Avenue, Columbus (43205). Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Condolences for Donald Steven Bowers
From : David White
To : The Bowers Family
Date: February 20th 2014
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with the Bowers family at this time. I was proud to know Steven for over 40 years and he was like a brother to me as he was to so many people. Steven's smile and infectious laugh naturally made people gravitate towards him and want to be around him and when you got to know him he was a warm and caring friend. He was a true Grandview legend and was known as "The King of 1st Avenue". I will forever keep the good times we had in my heart. May God bless Steven and may he rest in peace.
From : Will Davis
To : Donald Steve Bowers
Date: February 20th 2014
Steve you were one of a kind.... Truly a nice guy growing up in Grandview Hts.,I agree, you are the legend on First Avenue. May you rest in peace.
From : Jackie Thomas DeDominicis
To : Family
Date: February 20th 2014
So many fond memories from school days and after. We always had fun. We spoke a few years ago, but not much since. Steve was a special person, and will be missed by many, always had a special place in my heart RI PARADISE, my friend!
Jackie T
From : Judith LeDonne Hicks
To : Family and Friends
Date: February 20th 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the family at this difficult time. I have many memories of fun and laughter at school and Our Lady of Victory. May your memories be a comfort to you now too. Steve will be missed and I wish him long cruising roads forever.
From : Bill & Kathy Brown
To : Family & Friends
Date: February 20th 2014
Our love, prayers, and deepest sympathy goes out to Steves family and friends he left here on earth. Knowing that Steve is in Heaven and been reunited with Mom, Dad, Sis, and all his family that he loved so much, hopefully will provide some comfort in our time of grief. We will always remember our times spent together and his smile and laughter have given us some great memories.
Rest in Peace
From : Donna Monnette
To : All that knew Steve Bowers!
Date: February 20th 2014
Oh my old buddy Steve...how I remember cruising 1st Ave with you!!! You were a blast! I am so glad I knew you. Over the past few years we were fortunate to see each other at NA and AA meetings. I am blessed to have walked that path at one time with you.
Love you man,
Donna
From : Pam Bandy-Martin
To : Family
Date: February 20th 2014
I will always remember Stevie cruising the Ave he is the legend of First Ave. I couldn't wait for him to drive past my house in his cutlass (green car with white top) I would always wave he would wave back I had a big crush on him. I remember going to Giovanni's with my dad he and his whole family were there what great times we all had. I will always remember him may he rest in peace.
From : Joe Trimble & Trimble Family
To : Family
Date: February 20th 2014
Such great times we have shared with you and family. We will truly miss you friend! One of the many Cutlass Cruisers that cruised the Ave. RIP Bro.God Bless You & Family.
Joe Trimble
From : Christina Scott
To : The Bowers Family
Date: February 20th 2014
Steve was a good guy and fun with a good sense of humor. He will be missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to those he left behind. RIP Steve.
From : Barbara Jaynes Rohrbacher
To : The Family
Date: February 20th 2014
It is sad as we grow older, to hear of a friend or classmate's passing. The finality brings a rush of so many feelings; a return to youth, a reminder of our own frailty. Our youthful memories of cruising the ave, parties, and fun are suddenly brought to the surface as we mourn the passing of yet another member of our childhood. May you rest in the eternal peace of heaven that you could not find here on earth.
From : Jack W. and Edith N. Smith
To : Donald Steve Bowers and Family
Date: February 20th 2014
I went to school with Steve, Class of 1978. I knew him as a classmate, and in school sports. My wife, Edith, and I wish to express our deepest sympathies, and pray for the Lord's Spirit to bring comfort to his family and friends. May The Lord Bless Steve.
From : John Corvo
To : Mary Lou Mel Melaragno
Date: February 20th 2014
Mary Lou,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Steven. My Mom and Dad always thought the world of you! My prayers are with you and your family.
John Corvo
From : william lawson
To : steve bowers
Date: February 20th 2014
Steve may you rest in peace.WILL always be friends. GOD loves you and so do I.
From : Debbi Dudley
To : Family & Friends
Date: February 24th 2014
Steve you will be greatly missed by everyone you've known...You're great spirit can always be found on First Avenue! All the good times will live on in all of our hearts! Rest In Peace Brother!
From : Andy Hough
To : Steve Bowers Familly
Date: February 25th 2014
Steve I know that where ever you are at there will be some racing going on, you were one of the best pit crew a guy could want. See ya on the other side my Friend.
Gump
From : Dave Clotts
To : Marylou and Nick
Date: March 4th 2014
Marylou and Nick I sorry for your loss.
I know how hard it has been on you Marylou
Dave
From : Laura
To : The Bowers family
Date: March 5th 2014
I remember working with Steve at Highlights For Children. Had a great time working with him. I also remember his Mom. Rest in Peace.
From : MIKE READNOUR
To : THE BOWERS FAMILY
Date: March 6th 2014
WILL DAVIS SAID IT ALL. STEVE WAS MR. FIRST AVE.
PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
From : Sherie Robson
To : The Bowers Family
Date: March 7th 2014
I remember Steve and his family from Giovanni's. He was always friendly, smiling and said hi to me. He will be truly missed, it is hard to believe that he is gone. RIP Steve!
From : Gary and Jennifer Beggrow and Boys
To : The Bowers Family
Date: March 8th 2014
You have our deepest sympathy..and in our thoughts.
Steve was a dear..dear friend..Gary's memories go back many years of fun..laughter and mischief.
Great friend and brother..
Rest in peace Stevie..watch down over us..We will miss your smile and quirky laughter.:):):)
love you
Gary..Jennifer
Ryann Mac,Ian,Jack and Garrett
Salute'