Paul C. Bower, 84, of Fremont, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at ProMedica Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 23, 1934 in Fremont, the son of Walter LeRoy and Bertha Diana (Mielke) Bower. He was a 1952 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Paul married Marger Ree (Liggins) Crawford on December 31, 1987 in Fremont and she survives. He worked at Whirlpool Corporation in Clyde for twenty-eight years, retiring as a security guard. Paul also worked as a security guard in Tiffin, OH and a carpenter in construction at various places.
Paul was a member of Greater St. James Church where he served as an Elder, Deacon and on the Board of Trustees. He was also an aid to the Pastor. Paul enjoyed fishing, bicycle racing, going to NASCAR races, but primarily functioning as a servant of the church.
Paul is survived by his wife of thirty-one years, Marger Ree Bower, Fremont, OH; three children; step children, Gloria (Mando) Valle, Fremont, OH, Robert Crawford, Jr, Fremont, OH, Kevin Crawford of Arizona, Kimberly Crawford, Fremont, OH; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation and Service will be Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and service beginning at 11:00 am at Great St. James Church, 629 Sixth St, Fremont, OH, with Bishop Chester Trail giving the Eulogy and Pastor Todd Chance officiating.
Burial: Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH
Memorials can be made to Greater St. James Church.
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Lisa Hazzard
FYI, there are 4 children from his first marriage, not 3. I a man Lisa the oldest. I live in TN. Greg lives in Colorado. Lori and Kim live in Fremont. HIs wife would have found my phone number at their house.
Laura J Waldon
I became friends of Paul back in the late 70’s was sitting for step-son Sean. I graduated with Greg. I asked Paul to give me away at my wedding 2-16-80..
Paula Robb
May, I am so sorry to hear of Pau’s passing. We had no idea until today. The 2 of you had been such good neighbors, we have good memories of him. Know that we would have been there to say our goodbyes & comfort you. Please contact me, would love to catch up. Sincerely, Kenn & Paula Robb