Robert “Bob” Lawrence Brower was born on October 27, 1945 to Jacob Lorenzo Brower and Elvira Walker Brower at the Newport, Washington, hospital near their home in Priest River, Idaho. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Humble, Texas, on June 27, 2019.
He will be remembered for being a devoted and loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He dedicated his life to serving his family and always sought out opportunities to serve others. He was well known for his great sense of humor, commitment to the community, and dedication to his faith that guided him throughout his life. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and touched many lives through his various assignments. He had the opportunity to serve three missions for the church throughout his lifetime. The most recent mission assignment was as the Financial Secretary for the Texas Houston East mission, which was one of the highlights in his golden years. He spent his professional career working for the YMCA for more than 41 years in several locations throughout the US. He was privileged to spend the last 8 years of his career at the Fair Acres YMCA in Carthage, Missouri. He remained devoted to his alma mater, Brigham Young University – Go Cougars! He had a special talent for bringing out the best in others and making them feel special. He never met a stranger.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and four of his brothers – Ted, Milton, Bruce, and Richard. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Sue Ellen; 6 children – Rogene Hanson (Joe), Joe Brower, Brian Brower (Amy), Shannon Devereaux Burciaga (Aaron), Spencer Brower (Heather), and Sam Brower (Samantha); 13 grandchildren – Kaitlyn Hanson, Payton Brower, Robert Brower, Finley Brower, Sophie Brower, Sammy Brower, Marren Devereaux, Cruz Burciaga, Blake Brower, Rylee Brower, Jaxton Brower, Keleah Brower, and Ava Manchac. He is also survived by 9 siblings – Jerrold Brower (Esther), Lorraine Simkins, Joy Reynolds, Oradell Triplett (Roma), Jennice Severson (Duane), John Brower, Linda Maravilla (Tony), Deborah Skinner (Mike), Lon Brower (Lynn), and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 24th, at 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 19618 Atasca Oaks Drive, Humble, TX 77346.
