About Douglas Richard Bowers
Douglas Richard Bowers, born June 30th 1969, was called home Monday, August 3rd, 2020.
He was born to Louis James and Thelda Kay Bowers in Salt Lake City, Utah.
He enjoyed traveling with his wife, hanging out at his cabin, and his yearly trips to Lake Powell. Doug’s wild and goofy personality attracted many people over the years. His good hearted nature led to many long lasting relationships that he valued til the day he died.
He served in many capacities in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Some of his favorite callings were in the Boy Scouts, Elder’s Quorum and as Young Men’s President.
He started his company from the ground up and was very successful. Building his own company allowed him to work alongside his boys, which was his ultimate goal and dream. But his proudest achievement was his family.
Doug’s first marriage blessed him with his first son, Matthew.
In 1996, he met and married the love of his life, Dina Dodenbier, they were sealed in the Bountiful Temple on August 29th, 1998. Together they had four additional boys.
Doug is survived by his wife Dina, his sons Matthew and his wife Becki and grandson Emmett; Dallin and his wife Morgan and soon to be granddaughter; Spencer, Blake and Hunter. His mother Thelda Bowers, Sister Susan and her husband Glenn; Brother Steven and his wife Marsha; Ginger and her husband Nate; Janet and her husband Chris; and his Brother Jared and his wife Kirstie. He is preceded in death by his father, Louis James Bowers III, and his brother Michael.
Doug leaves behind a hole in the hearts of all who knew him, his memory will not be forgotten.
Funeral services are Wednesday, August 12th, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church Building located at 6942 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, AZ 85207. There will be a Viewing on Tuesday evening, August 11 th , 2020, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bunker’s Funeral Home located at 3529 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85213. Due to social distancing restrictions, we are asking that church family and close acquaintances come at 6:00 pm. and work affiliated friends come at 7:00 pm. Thank you for understanding.
Due to Covid 19, attendance is only allowing a limited number to attend the Funeral Service, but will be broadcasted live. Details will be posted at a later date.
