Ronald A. Bower,

Ronald A. Bower, Sr. Age 74, lifelong resident of Southport, NY passed away on Thursday February 14, 2013 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center Elmira, NY He is survived by his children,Wendy L. Dgien and Ronald A. Bower; grandchildren, Samantha Bower, Jordan Dgien and Allison Dgien; great grandson, Dominic Bower; sister, Jane Smith of WI; sister in-law Carrie Bower, NC; many nieces and nephews. Ronald was predeceased by his parents, Louis and Neva Allen Bower, Sr.; brother, Louis (CY) Bower Jr.; son in-law John Dgien.Ronald was a hunter and former bowler. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. And Ronaldloved to spend time with his grandchildren. Family and Friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Sunday February 17, 2013 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM with Funeral Service there Monday at 10:00 AM, Reverend David Daniels will officiate. Followed by graveside service at Fitzsimmons Cemetery, Southport, NY.