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Gerald "Mikey" M Bowser

Passed 03/11/2023

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Obituary For Gerald "Mikey" M Bowser

Bowser, Gerald M. (Mikey) - 72, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2023 at the Victoria General hospital in Halifax after a lengthy & courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia he was the son of the late Gerald and Ada ( nee Tanner) Bowser. Mikey is survived by his brothers Wayne (Helen), Barry (Shirley), Sisters Geraldine, Crystal, Pat Tanner, several nieces and nephews & good friends.

Predeceased by his parents, brother Graham Bowser and sister Darlene Connor.

Mikey was employed with Canada Post and cherished his work and colleagues for 36 years. His commitment to his job earned him numerous awards and outstanding acknowledgements. Some of Mikey’s favourite things were Nascar, seafood, visiting his roots in Lunenburg and fixing anything he could get his hands on. He especially enjoyed working on cars which started at a young age when he would work on family & friends cars in Mulgrave Park. Mikey’s latest automotive love was his “blue baby” Pontiac that he purchased in 2006 and is still in pristine condition today. In Mikey’s younger years, he was a staple in the North end of Halifax and could be found cruising around on nice days in his yellow Chevelle with friends.

Mikey was always a wealth of information to his friends & family and could always tell you exactly what part you needed, where to get it and how much to pay for it. In his golden years, Mikey held Sunday afternoons sacred and was dedicated to Nascar racing and a meal usually caught off the wharf. His phone or his door would not be answered until the checkered flag.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or service as per Mikey’s request.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nova Scotia SPCA

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  • 04/01/2023

    Denis Clarke

    New Mike wen I worked at Air Canada Cargo, one of the nicest guys one could ever meet. So many memories, always a pleasure to work with. rest in peace buddy. Condolence's to Mike's family and friends Denis Clarke

  • 04/01/2023

    Mark Kays

    Saddened to hear of Mike's passing, We shared a lot of laughs over his years of delivering truck loads of mail to us at Air Canada Cargo. We all loved to work with Mike and he will be missed. The last 2 times we met outside of work we chatted for hours and had lots of laughs. Condolences to Mike's Family. Rest Easy Mike.

  • 03/21/2023

    Geraldine Bowser

    I have so many memories to Count! You were so kind and always there whenever I needed you always dropping by and giving always giving never taking. As a single mom you help me raise Lisa into a young beautiful woman .One of my fondest memory was us driving to Florida because I didn't like to fly. You drove all the way there and all the way back with Lisa and l so you could take lisa to Disney and The Daytona race track your friend Leslie and his girlfriend Carol came to all 5 of us in your k car lol we had such a great time. Even though our family never really said, I love you to each other that often I love you more than you know, and I am so grateful to of had such a wonderful brother like you in my life. I am going to miss our phone calls and you dropping by . I will cherish all the memories and good times with you until we meet again I love you and will miss you my brother ❤️ I know mom and Darlene was there waiting to greet you with smiles. 👼🏼👼🏼

  • 03/21/2023

    Heather McNeill

    My deepest condolences to Mikey's family. I knew Mikey from my teen years growing up in Mulgrave Park. He was the nicest guy and all the girls had a crush on him. Mikey always had a smile on his face and a kind word. I ran into Mikey many years later and he never changed...As sweet as ever! RIP Mikey.

  • 03/21/2023

    Les

    Mike was my best friend for over 60 years. I'll miss that man so much My condolences to all his family

  • 03/21/2023

    Les

  • 03/20/2023

    Keith Best

    Worked with Mike at Canada Post and enjoyed working with him. He was a great guy and took pride in his work. I wish to extend sincere condolences to his family and friends. Keith Best

  • 03/20/2023

    Pat Skeir

    My sincere condolences to the Bowser family for the passing of Mike ... I can honestly say, that Mike was one of the 'sweetest guys' I have ever met. We worked together at CANADA POST, and he was a joy to work with. I would see Mike at the grocery store 'once in a while', and we couldn't stop talking, catching up. There is no doubt Mike will be missed, he was 'sunshine' ... Rest easy Mike.

  • 03/20/2023

    Christine Rose

    Mike I hope you are flying high in heaven and I know there are many loved ones who were there to greet you. We shared many laughs at Canada Post and you always had a candy, I guess that's why we called you our candy man. My deepest condolences to the Bowser family to which their uncle Gordon was my uncle as well. Christine Rose

  • 03/19/2023

    Shirley Bowser

    Mikey as I sit here with my thoughts a smile forms on my face when I think about how funny it was that my neighbors thought you were my second husband Mr fix it, teaching me how to use the tools and the tricks of the trade. Barry would sit back and make fun of us or would critique our work lol. So many other stories but most of all, I am so grateful that you chose me to be the person to support you on your journey to fight cancer together until the very end. Now rest easy my friend and thanks for the lasting memories until we meet again.

  • 03/19/2023

    Wayneo Bowser

    Mikey you did so many things for me.Just 2 years ago you help me build a wall in my back yard.Came and took pictures of my band at the Legions and other places.Always fixed my cars.What a great brother.I will never forget you.

  • 03/19/2023

    Terry Raymond

    Mikey was a great guy.Never had a bad word to say about anyone.May he rest in peace.

  • 03/18/2023

    Pattricia Tanner

    Mike when I first met you as my brother. You were the so kind and it was just like we had known each other for ever. I will remember our dance your cooking . Taking me to meet all my relatives .We should of had more time together but I am grateful for the time we had. Thank you for being a great brother to remember. See you on the other side Love You

  • 03/18/2023

    Mike &Judy Haley

    Our deepest condolences to Mikey's family May he rest peacefully without any more pain..Mike & Judy Haley!!

  • 03/18/2023

    Pattricia Tanner

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