David C. Bowser, 65, of Easton, PA died Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus, Bethlehem Twp., PA. Born December 11, 1955 in Olean, NY he was the son of Mary Pat (Heliker) Livingston of Bloomington, IN and the late Archie M. Bowser, Jr. David’s strong work ethic showed at an early age. Starting in grade school he worked in the tobacco fields in Broad Brook, CT. He was a caddy for the local golf course and wrote a newspaper for his community. He attended Rutgers University and owned and operated All Inclusive Kitchens with his son for 16 years. Prior to that he was the Vice President of a Burger King franchise in Plainfield, NJ.
Dave was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He completed a two-year mission in the Washington, D.C. area before moving to the Easton Ward where he served in many positions. He especially enjoyed serving in the Philadelphia LDS Temple. He was a Cubmaster, Easton Den 187; Northampton County Judge of Elections and once ran for Easton City Council. Dave will be remembered as a diehard Giants and Red Sox fan. He will be loved and missed by all his family and friends.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of almost 43 years: Patricia (Steele) Bowser; his son: David Bowser, II (wife Amber) of Palmer Twp., PA; daughters: Kara Bowser and Katlyn Gordon (husband Scott) all of Greencastle, PA; sisters: Debra Glenn of South Jordan, UT, Esther Bowser in Brazil; stepmother: Erika Bowser, stepfather: Julian Livingston and grandchildren: Ava, Alivia, Amelia and Dechlan. Granddaughter Kayla predeceased him.
Services will be 11:15 AM Thursday (April 1) in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 120 Rose Inn Ave., Nazareth with visitation from 10 to 11 AM in the church. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment is in Easton Cemetery. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
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Mary Livingston
March 26, 2021 at 4:18 pm
It is with great sadness that I say farewell to my loving son, David. My heart is full of all the love we shared with each other. I will miss his humor and the little text messages late at night. As a lover of God, I know he is in good Hands and knows the love of Jesus first hand. Sleep well my son. Your Mommy loves you forever.
Ken and Tracey Collins
March 26, 2021 at 7:54 pm
Dave was one of the bravest person I have ever known. Over this past year we spent a lot of time together talking about this terrible disease he was infected with. Dave was a fighter to the very end. He fought for family and friends, not for himself. He wanted to insure that they would be taken care of. Dave, we will make sure that happens. I will miss you beyond what words can say. You were like a brother to me. I’ll see you on the other side. Love you brother.
Sharon Niko
March 27, 2021 at 5:17 pm
Dave has been a good friend for many years. He and my Dad shared a special friendship, and I’m sure they are busy catching up.
Patty and family ,I send my deepest condolences and pray that Heavenly Father will send you comfort and peace
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Tyre blackwell
March 28, 2021 at 5:54 pm
Dave was a Father to me in a time when my life was very hard as a child growing up in a low income neighborhood with no father. He would always pick me up take me and include me in what ever his family was doing I love and miss him so much. My heart dropped into my feet when I heard he past he always told me that he loved me and that has always meant so much to me Dave or Dad I miss you so much I love you thanks for being there for me !
Darin J Beardall
April 1, 2021 at 12:17 pm
I am so happy that I got to share part of my mission with the Bowsers. He will always be remembered and I will long for the day that we can meet again. Thanks for all your great memories with me Dave. Rest in Peace, until we meet again. May your family have the spirit of comfort during this time.
Victor and Cecilia Goyzueta
April 1, 2021 at 4:04 pm
It is very hard to find words to express the sadness, Brother David C Bowser was always kind and a pleasant person to talk to. We will always remember and cherish the moments we spent with him. May peace be with all his loved ones, specially his wife and children, at this time. May GOD provide comfort and peace in their hearts at this sad time. We know that this is not a forever goodbye as we will see Brother David again and rejoice in Jesus Christ. Dear Brother Bowser thank you for crossing our path in this life, may you rest in peace and eternal glory.
Eric George Hansen
April 18, 2021 at 4:45 pm
I was heartbroken to hear to Brother Bowser’s passing. I looked to him as a mentor and a wonderful example in our service in the Philadelphia Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a man of great kindness and faith in Jesus Christ. I will miss him! May the Lord be with and comfort his wife and family.
Christine Yothers
October 1, 2023 at 12:46 pm
So very sad upon hearing of the passing of David. He is a shining example of a man with great humility. I met David as I contracted his professionalism and new for sure I hired an excellent contractor to remodel my kitchen. I remember that his attention to detail was impeccable as the plans of my kitchen came together.
I am so saddened to find out of his passing while I was looking him and his Son up to possibly do more work in the future. What a fine man he truly exemplified, patient, kind, understanding to everyone’s needs. Our Lord and Savior welcomed David with open arms as a true servant of God and to others. May David rest in the Peace of Christ My thoughts and prayers to his Mother, Wife, Son’ s and Daughters and all who knew him. My heart goes out to all who knew him and I am a better person for have met him. Prayerfully Christine Yothers
Christine Yothers
October 1, 2023 at 12:50 pm
So very sad upon hearing of the passing of David. He is a shining example of a man with great humility. I met David as I contracted his professionalism and new for sure I hired an excellent contractor to remodel my kitchen. I remember that his attention to detail was impeccable as the plans of my kitchen came together.
I am so saddened to find out of his passing while I was looking him and his Son up to possibly do more work in the future. What a fine man he truly exemplified, patient, kind, understanding to everyone’s needs. Our Lord and Savior welcomed David with open arms as a true servant of God and Others.
May David rest in the Peace of Christ My thoughts and prayers to his Mother, Wife, Son’ s and Daughters and all who knew him. My heart goes out to all who knew him and I am a better person for have met him. Prayerfully Christine Yothers