Arthur Duane Bower

Arthur “Duane” Bower, 64, of Youngsville, PA., died peacefully with his daughter by his side at UPMC Hamot on Thursday, June 16, 2022. 

Duane was born on April 13, 1958, in Warren to the late Arthur L. and Carol Bower. A graduate of Youngsville High School, he went on to work in the construction industry building houses, and at Bailey Lumber. He enjoyed going to garage sales and collecting, and spending time with his buddies. Duane was a member of the Sons of the Youngsville American Legion Post 658 and the VFW. 

He is survived by his daughter, Jackyln Bower of Titusville; Step son Jason McAleer (Wife Melissa and kids Kaley & Abbigail); sister Donna (Husband Jerry) Lewis of Lakewood, NY; nephew Michael Miller; and his great nephew Micheal. 

In addition to his parents, Duane was preceded in death by a daughter Katie Bower; step son Brandon “Bubba” McAleer; and a brother Gary Bower in 1969.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations may be made in Duanes name to the Nelson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 314 North Main St, Youngsville, PA 16371, to help defray the funeral expense. Condolences may be made to the family at nelsonfuneralhome.net. 

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