Anthony "Buddy" V. Bowers, Jr., 75, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 5, 2023.

Born in Shenandoah Heights, PA on December 1, 1947, Anthony was the son of the late Ruth (Gardner) and Anthony V.  Bowers, Sr. He grew up in the West Taghkanic, New York area for part of his childhood. However, he lived most of his life in Boston Run and Mahanoy City.

Anthony worked primarily as a self-employed electrical contractor and as an electrician at a manufacturing facility just before retirement. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, Zachary and Grace. He liked fishing, camping, watching television, storytelling, and spending time with family and friends.

Anthony was preceded in death by his brother Joseph Bowers, his former spouse Betty Alsvan, and his grandson Zachary. He is survived by his sister, Janet Reckalitis of Schuylkill Haven; a daughter, Betty-Jo Bowers, Lancaster, and son Anthony V. Bowers, III, Mahanoy City. Anthony is also survived by his granddaughter, Grace, Lancaster, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Teresa of Calcutta parish in Mahanoy City on Thursday, July 13th, at 10 AM with Father Kevin Gallagher officiating. Friends and family may call starting at 9 AM for a viewing at the church.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.