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Ernest Gilbert Bowers

December 30, 1944 - August 21, 2021

Ernest Gilbert Bowers, age 76, of Hampton, passed away Friday, August 21, 2021 from Sycamore Shoals Hospital. He was the son of the late Eston Gilbert Bowers and Stella Mae Smith and was born in Elizabethton on December 30, 1944. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Melvin Bowers; his sister, Lois Nichols; and his step-mother, Elizabeth Bowers. Ernest enjoyed fishing, working on boats and doing body shop work on cars. Ernest found his greatest joys in visiting and spending time with his family and friends. Those left to cherish the memory of Ernest Gilbert Bowers include his loving wife of forty one years, Vicki Bowers of the home; his daughters, Shelia Akin of Hampton, TN and Rhonda Akin of Cody, WY; his sons, Jessie Bowers of Hampton, TN and Justin Johnson of Lubbock, TX; seven grandchildren; one great granddaughter; his sister, Lucille Jones of Elizabethton, TN; two half brothers, John Bowers of Manchester, TN and Ronnie Bowers of Manchester, TN. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Online condolences may be shared with the family on our website, www.hathawaypercy.com, Hathaway – Percy Funeral and Cremation Services, Elizabethton is honored to serve the family of Ernest Gilbert Bowers. Office 423-543-5544.

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Ernest Gilbert Bowers, age 76, of Hampton, passed away Friday, August 21, 2021 from Sycamore Shoals Hospital. He was the son of the late Eston Gilbert Bowers and Stella Mae Smith and was born in Elizabethton on December 30, 1944. In addition... View Obituary & Service Information

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