George E. Bowden Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

George E. Bowden, 88, of Alliance, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 2:23 am at Aultman Compassionate Care Center in Canton. Born on August 25, 1933 in Alliance, to George M. and Gertrude (Potter) Bowden, he lived in Alliance all of his life. A 1951 graduate of Alliance High School, George also graduated from the Salem Trade School in Mechanical Engineering. Mr. Bowden was a member of the First Christian Church. A veteran of the Korean War, he served our country in the U.S. Air Force. George was employed as a Draftsman at East Ohio Machinery, Alliance Machine, Kerma, and Globex and retired in 1999. He was a member of Alliance Lions Club, Conrad Lodge #271, Knights Templar, Tadmor Shriners, and the Alliance Shrine Club. George was an avid fisherman and hunter and was a former Boy Scout Master. His two grandchildren were his life. Survivors include his daughter, Heidi (Eric) Lautzenheiser of Canton; grandson, Tyler Lautzenheiser; granddaughter, Lauren Lautzenheiser; a brother, Robert (Colleen) Bowden of KY; a niece and nephew; and a cousin, Mary (Paul) McCarthy. Preceding him in death was his wife, Barbara (Wallace) Bowden, whom he married on April 28, 1956 and who died on January 14, 2021; his son, Mark D. Bowden; and his parents. Private services will be held. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alliance Lions Club. You are invited to view George's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.

George E. Bowden

August 25, 1933 - August 6, 2022

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