Willard H. Bowlus, Age 83, born on May 17, 1929 in Albany New York and passed away September 21, 2012 in Southfield, Michigan. Beloved father of Ann (William) Gallmeyer and Susan (Brian) Perks. Cherished grandfather of Lisa Perks, Jill Perks, and Thomas Gallmeyer. Mr. Bowlus retired after many years of service from Wico Metal Products. He was also very active with Oakland Hills Country Club for over 30 years and was an active member with Alcoholics Anonymous Family Will Receive Friends on Saturday October 13, 2012 for a Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 am until the time of service at 11:30 am, at the Sylvan Lake Lutheran Church 2399 Figa Ave. West Bloomfield, Michigan 48324. Arrangements entrusted to the Union Lake Road Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake. In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to Alcoholics Anonymous P.O. Box 430809 Pontiac, Michigan 48343.