Herschel C. Bowers, 74, of Van Buren, passed away Friday, March 23, 2018. He was born July 5, 1943 in Bessemer, AL. He was the co-owner/operator of Cloverleaf Optical, and originated the River Valley Egg Rally. He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, James Essex Hilburn and Betty Hilburn.
He is survived by his wife, Darlene Bowers of the home; a daughter, Wanda “Dee” Foulk of Natural Dam; a son, Chuck Bowers and wife Cinnamon of Natural Dam; a sister, Sandra Odom of Uriah, AL; two brothers, Jimmy Hilburn of New Egypt, NJ, and Freddie Hilburn of Uriah, AL; two grandchildren, Brittney Walker and husband Shea of Van Buren, and Samantha Bowers of Natural Dam; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR. Burial of ashes will be held at a later date.
The family will visit with friends immediately following the service at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home, 4100 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR.
Memorial contributions may be made to your local V.F.W. Post.
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