Rev. Richard Bowser

Rev. Richard “Rick” Bowser

Rev. Richard “Rick” Bowser, 77, of Clarion, PA, passed away at his residence surrounded by the comfort of his family after a courageous battle with cancer early Sunday morning, April 26, 2026.

Born in West Monterey on April 21, 1949, he was the son of the late Earl C. and Elizabeth Dunkle Bowser.

Rick served in the US Army during the period overlapping the Korean and Vietnam conflicts and was honorably discharged as an E-5. He was a lineman for Central Electric, where he retired after 34 years of service. He later found his calling to serve God by spreading the word of Jesus for 24 years as a United Methodist clergyman.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, fast cars, and motorcycles, and had a tremendous sense of humor that he shared, even from the pulpit. Rick lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed sharing the word of God. He was truly a blessing to all who knew him.

He loved his faith, family, and his grand and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Deb Morrow Bowser, whom he married on June 30, 1979. Sons: Greg (Amy) Bowser of Punta Gorda, FL; Bob (Lori Cratty) Bowser of Parker; Tim (Casey) Bowser of Fayetteville, NC. Grandchildren: Alley (Joe), Dillon (Billie), and Connor. Great-grandchildren: Anna, Rhett, Jase, and Jaxon. Three sisters: Gloria (Frank) Sullivan; Mary Lou (James) Delaney; Rita (Dick) Morrow. Brother, Jerry Bowser; sister-in-law, Dixie Bowser; numerous nieces, nephews, and bonus grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James “Jim” Bowser.

Friends will be received at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home in Parker (201 S. Wayne Ave.) on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 2-4 & 6-8 pm. On Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 12-1 pm. Military honors will be held at 1 pm, with the funeral to follow. Interment will take place in Perryville Cemetery.

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