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Wednesday, May 13th, 2020
Robert 'Daddy' Gower
Robert A. "Daddy" Gower, 79, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville, Ohio from natural causes.
Robert was born on February 27, 1941 to Kenneth and Hazel (Mann) Gower in Union City, Ohio. Robert spent his entire life as a full-time farmer, raising corn, soybeans and livestock. He enjoyed farming, spending time with family and friends, and playing euchre with the same six couples for more than 40 years. Robert was also a lifetime council member at Bateman's Garage.
Robert is survived by his wife, Shirley (Corbly) of 59½ years; and his four children, Teresa (Jeff) Beanblossom of Union City, Ohio, Bruce (Shirley Mae) Gower of Union City, Indiana, Michael (Holly) Gower of New Weston, Ohio, and Steve (Alyssa) Gower of Dimondale, Michigan; eleven grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; sister Donna Lou Bey; and brother Jim Gower.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary Gower.
A private family viewing and service will be held at the convenience of the family. A public Graveside Service will be held at 3:00 pm Wednesday May 13, 2020 in the Teegarden Cemetery on St. Rt. 47. All are welcome to attend the outdoor graveside service, adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Memorials may be sent to the American Parkinson Disease Association at www.apdaparkinson.org to help everyone impacted by Parkinson's.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.reichardfh.com.
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