David Bower Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate David Bower of Orangeville, Illinois, whose life came to an end on February 22, 2026 at the age of 89, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of David Bower to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Geroge Bower and Naomi Bower (Cunningham); his siblings, Larry, Gary and Sharon; his siblings-in-law, Clarence Linneman, Dale Browning, Arlen Broege, Dorothy, Betty and Norma Broege; and his granddaughter Billie Jean.
He is survived by: his wife Gloria Bower of Orangeville, IL; his children, Carol Stage of Clinton, IA, Brian Bower of Freeport, IL and Steven Bower (Deana) of South Wayne, WI; his grandchildren, Marcus Bower, Sean Bower, Joshua Bower, David Stage, Noah Bower and Kailie Bower; his foster sons, David Albright (Patti) of Jefferson City, TN, Douglas Mathisen (Sandra) and Craig Mathisen (Serina) of Freeport, IL; his sisters, Judy Browning of Lena and Joy Burkhalter (Larry) of South Wayne, WI; and his sisters-in-law, Shirley Bower of Monroe, WI, Glenda Linneman of Freeport, IL and Diane Leverton (Robert) of Lena. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A memorial has been established in his memory.