Mark R. Vrabel Funeral Home
Larry H. Bowers, MD of North Canton, OH, 80, passed away surrounded by his close family on April 20, 2023. He was born August 20, 1942, in Cambridge, OH to Conrad and Juanita (Smith) Bowers. Larry was preceded in death by his mother and father. Survived by his devoted and loving wife Harriet; children Elizabeth & (Eric) Milavickas, Joseph and Robert (estranged); his grandchildren Alex, Luna, Callie (Milavickas), Jenna, Beau, and Bridgette (Bowers). He was deeply loved by his sisters Phyllis (Morse) and Jean (Axline). A 1960 graduate of Cambridge High School, he earned a scholarship to Otterbein College where he not only played basketball but graduated with Honors & Distinction in Biology. He next graduated from The Ohio State University School of Medicine. He completed his Otolaryngology residency at Balboa Naval hospital in San Diego, California, where he treated many of the Vietnam War wounded. Larry had a wonderful life and would tell anyone who would listen! His idyllic childhood was full of basketball, baseball which was highlighted by a masterful hitting performance against Satchel Paige and pitching duals vs the Niekro brothers, and two sisters who spoiled him. He was often heard saying, "I have the best sisters anyone could have asked for". Growing up in Cambridge enabled him to develop life-long best friends. Larry loved all sports, especially golf and tennis. He took great joy in his 6 grandchildren and all of their activities. In following Larry's wishes, he will be cremated and a memorial gathering will be held in Cambridge, OH at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to Tunnels to Towers Organization @ www.t2t.org Arrangements entrusted to the Mark R. Vrabel Funeral Home, North Canton, OH 330-452-4041.
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