Bowser

Joshua “Bear” Bowser, 42, of Sarver, passed away Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026.

He was born in Natrona Heights on Nov. 19, 1983, to Deborah “Debbie” (Richter) and the late Joseph Bowser.

Bear graduated from Knoch High School and was employed at ATI doing electrical maintenance.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and his pet pigs. In his free time, Bear liked to work on cars, shoot and rebuild guns and mess with computers.

Bear was known for being a kind, gentle giant with an infectious laugh, hardworking, extremely witty, very stubborn and strong-willed. He was devoted to his family and friends and would help anyone.

He is survived by his mother, Debbie Bowser; partner, Valerie Maycock; and stepchildren, Elizabeth, Alex (Ava), Mya and Mason Maycock.

Along with his father, Bear was preceded in death by his brother, Jason Bowser.

BOWSER — Family and friends of Joshua “Bear” Bowser, who died Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler. A closing prayer will immediately follow in the funeral home.

Please offer condolences at www.spencerdgeibel.com.

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