Ottis L. Bowser

Ottis L. Bowser, 79, of Seneca, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his home. 

He was born May 2, 1946, a son of the late Hulbert and Olive (Flick) Bowser. 

Throughout his life, Ottis was known as a dedicated and hardworking man.  He spent many years working at U.S. Steel, Quaker State, and Packard Electric, where he was respected for his reliability, strong work ethic, and willingness to help others.  He was the former owner of Oatie's Dairy Wheel in Clintonville.  Ottis was a faithful member and Deacon of the Church of God of Prophecy.  He also served many years as the caretaker to Scrubgrass Cemetery near Emlenton. 

Ottis will be fondly remembered for his quick wit and playful sense of humor, as his jokes and lighthearted spirit could brighten any room.  Family meant everything to him; he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He rarely missed an important moment, and cherished time spent with the grandchildren, camping and at their sporting events. 

He is survived by his wife, Joyce (McKee) Bowser; two sons, Thomas Bowser, and Matthew Bowser and his wife Diane; his grandchildren: Juliet (Jason) Uhlott, Paul (Nikki) Yeany, Nicholas (Holly) Bowser, Marina Bowser, Natalie Bowser; and great-grandchildren, Matthew Yeany and Adalynn Bowser; and one great-great-grandchild, Leo.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, extended family, and dear friends. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Dawn Bowser; and his siblings: Leroy, Larry, Edward, and Orville Bowser, and Barbara Early. 

Friends and family are invited to attend visitation on Wednesday (Dec. 17) from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. in Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2781 Rte. 257 in Seneca.  On Thursday (Dec. 18) a visitation will be held at the Fertigs Church of God of Prophecy, 113 Winwood Lane, Venus from 10-11 a.m., where the funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Donald Pflugh, officiating.  Private interment will be made in Scrubgrass Cemetery, at a later date. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Scrubgrass Cemetery, c/o Susan Page, 206 Arrowhead Rd., Emlenton, PA  16373.

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