Charles Henry Stowers

Charles H. Stowers, 92, of Vermilion, died Monday, June 12, 2023 at his home after a lengthy illness.

He was born November 13, 1930 in Nelsonville, OH and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 65 years moving from Nelsonville.

Charles was a veteran of the US Marine Corp. and worked for Ford Motor Co., Lorain as a repairman for 36 years, retiring in 1995.

He was a member of the UAW #425 and enjoyed gardening and working on cars.  He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his sons, Charles (Rosemary) Stowers of Vermilion, Darren (Becky) Stowers of Oberlin and Darrell (Danielle Lyons) Stowers of Vermilion; daughters, Cynthia (Curt) Casper of Huron and Brenda (John) Wheeler of Columbus; special grandson, Andrew Lassen; 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gwendolyn "Pat" (nee Combs) Stowers; parents, Charles M. and Clara (nee Nelson) Stowers; granddaughter, Kiara; sister, Mary Horn; half sister, Bessie Chutes; and half brothers, Gene Graham, Dowl Graham, and Charles M. Graham.

Private family services will be held at Riddle Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.