Wade Douglas Bowser Sr., 82, of Core, lost his battle with Alzheimer’s / Frontotemporal Dementia Wednesday, February 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and special nephew, Larry, who was like a son.
Wade was born May 7, 1943 to the late William and Wilda Bowser and grew up in Pursglove as part of a coal mining family.
Wade married Betty Eddy May 6, 1962 and celebrated 42 years of marriage until her death in 2004.
He was fascinated by history and the stories told by older generations. He was also an avid bottle collector in his younger years and would spend hours researching and locating old home sites.
Wade enjoyed helping others and was always there for his family, friends and neighbors.
He enjoyed his long career at the WVU Physical Plant, which he thought of as a second home; helping WVU keep the facilities up and running as the lead millwright.
Wade is survived by his children, Wade, Jr. (Sheila), Barbara (Jim), Lisa (Matt), and Anna; his grandchildren, Samantha, Shanna, Taylar, Jamie, Caitlyn, Corey, Noah, Mia; and four great-grandchildren.
Wade is survived by his brother, Delmas (Annabel); and sisters, Martha (Tom), Peggy; many nieces and nephews and extended family. He is also survived by his special girlfriend of many years, Jo Ellen Howell.
Wade was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; brother, Larry and sister-in-law, Nancy; sister, Delores and brother- in-law Earl, and brother- in-law, Roger.
Friends and family will gather in the Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 7, with Douglas Stull officiating. He will rest with his beloved Betty at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens.
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Please consider a donation, in lieu of flowers, to the Cassville Fire Department, 719 Mason Dixon Hwy., Morgantown, WV 26501.
