Emma Jane Bowers, 89, of Butler, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 6, 2020.
She was born January 21, 1931 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Francis Robert Huffman and the late Janet Catherine Cruickshank.
Prior to retirement Emma worked as a secretary at Elliot’s Tire Service, Inc. She was a member of the Monda Buds Bowling League and swam at the YMCA. Emma enjoyed playing cards and played with her friends every Wednesday. She was an avid Steelers fan.
Emma is survived by her son, Bradley Wm. (Donna) Bowers of Charleston, WV; two daughters, Kathryn N. Mitchell of Butler, PA, and Wendy A. McWilliams of Butler, PA; two sisters, Nancy L. Miller of Pinella Park, FL, and Mary A. (Victor) Farkas of Oxford, PA; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; four nieces; and five nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Joseph Bowers, who passed away on March 17, 2007, her son Joseph D. Bowers, who passed away on March 31, 1977, and her sister Barbara Ann Marshall.
Due to the many restrictions imposed because of the Coronavirus, there will not be a public visitation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2020 strictly for her immediate family.
Arrangements are being handled by Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 East North St., Butler, PA 16001.
Memorials are suggested to the Meals on Wheels, 218 E. Jefferson Street, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001 or Butler Area Public Library, 218 North McKean St., Butler, Pennsylvania.
Online condolences can be given at www.thompson-miller.com.