Veteran of the Korean War

Published in the October 18, 2017 edition

LOCKPORT, NY — Robert L. Bowe, 86, of Lockport, New York passed away Oct. 6, 2017 after a long illness at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Buffalo, New York.

Robert was born on Aug. 29, 1931. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War, and served three years active duty and 18 years in the reserves. He worked as a mail carrier and postal worker for 50 years in Lynn before moving to Lockport, New York 18 months ago.

He is survived by nephews and nieces, Jeanne (Dan) Helferty, William (Zona) Howell, Gary (Candice) Howell, Janice Howell, Beverly (Chris) Karbum, David (Lisa) Howell, and Michael (Judy) Howell.

Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family. Donations made to Niagara Hospice or the VA Hospital, Buffalo, NY would be appreciated. To view the obituary or sign the guestbook, visit pruddenandkandt.com.