George Bowers

George Ross Bowers, age 70, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

He was born in the spring of 1955 to the late Russell and Dorothy Bowers.

Along with his parents, George is preceded in death by his brothers Jim, Bill and Todd and sister Karen.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years Pamela (Thornburg) Bowers, his 3 daughters, Bonnie (Sam) Morley, Heather (Scott) Benting and Samantha Bowers, his grandchildren Justin “ Hannah “ Zach, Emiliano “Ayla “ Jacob & Apollo and sister-in-laws Brenda Bowers and Chris Shanahan as well as by many nieces and nephews. George will be fondly remembered by his close childhood friends, David Kerns, & Pat Alder.

George loved his family and grandchildren. He was always there for them. After George had retired, he spent many hours fixing things and helping family & neighbors. He was the neighborhood handyman in his healthy days. He will be missed by many and sadly missed by those who love him, He was a loving family man.

An event to celebrate his life will be held at 3 PM on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at the Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, Alt-Shawmut Chapel, (2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW., Grand Rapids, MI 49504). George’s family will receive visitors for visitation on Wednesday November 19, 2025 from 5-7 PM as well as prior to the funeral service on Thursday beginning at 2 PM.

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