Dorene L. (McCleary) Bowser Obituary
We bid farewell to Dorene L. (McCleary) Bowser of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 2, 2026 at the age of 71. Dorene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles E. McCleary, Jr. and Rebecca Jane McCleary (Zinkand); her husband Byron Richard "Rick" Bowser; her son Barry R. Bowser; her granddaughter Makenzie L. Bowser; her sister Beverly S. Haugh; and her nephew Andrew Haugh.
She is survived by: her sons, Jason E. Bowser of Charles Town, WV, Joseph M. Bowser of Waynesboro and Charles E. Bowser of Waynesboro; and her sisters, Mary Jane Hess of Waynesboro and Susan A. Wilders of Mont Alto, PA. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Andrew Catholic Church, 12 N. Broad St., Waynesboro, PA 17268 or The Antietam Humane Society, 8513 Lyons Road, Waynesboro, PA 17268.
