Obituaries
Shirley A. Bowers, 83
January 19, 2022
Shirley A. Bowers, 83, of York, formerly of Lancaster, passed away after a brief illness on January 19, 2022. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Esther (Carney) Rineer. She was the devoted wife of James Bowers, for over 47 years, until his passing in 1999.
Everyone that knew Shirley knew that she would tell you exactly how she felt. She was incredibly feisty and never hesitated to share her opinion. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and playing Bingo and Pogo. Many will remember Shirley when she lived on High St. in Lancaster for over 55 years.
Shirley is survived by her daughters: Tonia Chant of York, Karen Fritsch and Jamie Belange, both of Lancaster; and a sister, Margaret Habecker. She was preceded in passing by her son, James Bowers, Jr. and a brother, John Rineer.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
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January 25, 2022
Hello Tonia, Karen, Jamie & families, So sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Condolences from the Staffieri family. WOW 83 years old – that is a long lovely life she lived, for sure! Loved your obituary for her, so true. Brought back many memories for sure. We lost out brother Lou on the 14th of January, he was just 65. Roda came to his service and told us about your Mom. May they both rest in peace now. Hopefully we can all meet again soon. Take care! Tess, Lisa, Tina & Tony Staffieri
January 25, 2022
Hello Tonia, Jamie & Karen & families – condolences from the Staffieri family. WOW – your Mom is amazing. 83 years old – that is sweet. What a lovley long life she had. Your obituary is well written and brought back many memories of your Mom. May she rest in peace. Our brother Lou died on the 14th of January – he was just 65. We saw Roda at his service and she told us about your Mom. Take care & may we meet again soon! Love, Tess, Lisa, Tina & Tony Staffieri
January 24, 2022
Rip Aunt Shirley you will be missed greatly. I will always cherish all the times I spent with you and Uncle Jim growing up and even after I was grown. I will miss you forever and will never forget you or Uncle Jim. May the Lord keep you and Unle Jim close. I will always love you both forever.
January 23, 2022
Our condolences to The Bowers Family. Chuck and I thought fondly of your Mom. Shirley will now be with her beloved Red and Jimmy. May she rest in peace.
January 22, 2022
Mammam, you will never be forgotten. I will always remember the trips to the Campground and the trips to Galeton to your cabin. Will you please say HI to Red for me? Now you and Red can be together for ever. RIP
