Robert A. Bowen of East Otto, NY passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Absolut Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation Allegany at the age of 85.
He was born October 5, 1937, in Salamanca, NY a son of the late Dan and Mary Jane (Adsit) Bowen.
Robert worked at Peerless-Winsmith in Springville, NY as a Utility Machinist. He served in the United States Army from 1954-1955.
Robert was a proud member of the East Otto Fire Department serving since 1955. He also was an East Otto Preservationist and served as the Cattaraugus County Chiefs Assistant. He was a member of the Fire Police Association, State Fireman's Association, State Fire Police Association, and the Ellicottville American Legion #659.
He loved his hobby farm, where he raised beef and vegetable gardens.
Robert is survived by his wife, Margaret (Smith) Bowen, whom he married October 14, 1978, in East Otto; his siblings: Ray Bowen of North Carolina and Margaret "Peg" (Lauren) Krause of Great Valley; his sister-in-law: Bev Bowen of Mansfield. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings: Richard Bowen, Marney Ferguson, and sister-in-law Roseanne Bowen.
There will be no prior calling hours. A Private Service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorials may be made to the East Otto Fire Department and Ambulance, 8990 Reed Hill Rd., East Otto, NY 14729.