Barbara E.

Bowers

Barbara Elaine Bowers 71, of Hanover, PA passed away on Friday November 6, 2026 at West Shore Hospital in Mechanicsburg, PA. She was born on August 10, 1955 in Hanover, PA and was the daughter of the late Michael & Grace (Sidenstricker) Shank. Barb worked for Hanover Foods for many years until her retirement. She loved spending time with her family and going on vacations. Barb is survived by the Love of her life, Patrick Newman, her sons, John Bowers, Nathan Bowers & Christopher (Jodie) Newman, and her 3 Grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Dorothy Wise, Kenneth Shank, Judith Johnson, Fred Shank, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by Daughter Melissa Bowers and her sisters, Gladys Hughes and Nancy King. Barb was loved by many and will be deeply missed by her family and all who loved her.

Barbara’s life will be celebrated by her family in private.

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