BOY REV I GOIN MISS U DA MAN THE FIRST TIME I MEET REV WAS AT THE COLLEGE AINT ONLY THAT THE CHURCH HE WAS ONE OF THE COOLEST PERSON I MEET WE COULDNT PASS EACH OTHER AT ALL WITHOUT SAYIN WAT A GO ON. I SEE REV BOUT 2 DAYS BEFORE HE LEFT HE WAS RIGHT HERE AT MY WORK SITTIN TALKIN TO MY BOSS AND HE WAS LIKE THAS A GOOD YOUNG MAN U GOT WORKING WITH U. I NEVER WATCH REV AND SEE SICKNESS IN HIM.

REV GONE BUT NOT 4GOTTEN AT ALL
RICO.

am still in shock. I spoke to Rev, Bowers the Wednesday before he died. He told me he was not feeling well, but I never realised that would have been my last conversation with him. Rev. Bowers came to Montserrat fresh from College and what he did in one year to revive the Church at Bethel and Methodism on a whole was more than many in decades. I have never heard him preached a sermon which did not touch me deeply and to crown it all was his melodious voice. What a gifted dynamic preacher, a leader, a counsellor, a father and a Husband. His family was his world. His work on earth was short, but he will always live on in hearts and minds.

My entire family extend our sincere condolences to his dear wife Pat, his two adorable children , his dear Mother and all members of his extended family.

This is typical of Rev. he has gone to welcome all of us home. May his soul rest in eternal Peace.

Lester, see you in the morning.

Janice

the world is a little poorer because of the lost of this most wonderful gentleman.my prayers goes out to his family.

Gone but not forgotten.You were a true brother and inspiration to us all, we knew that this is the way of life tha none of us could yet understand.You touched many lives in saint martin and for the time you spent with us, we will always keep you in our minds and try to do the things tha you thought us and that you always wanted to do.Pat accept our depest simpathie and that gos may strenghten you and your family.

Arnel&Muriel Daniel and family

You will always be one of the best ministers that the young people have dealt with in the SxM Methodist Congregation. We have lost a dynamic, energetic and loving minister. We will never understand why. But one thing we know is that God know best. Our deepest condolences to Mrs. Bowers and the rest of the family. Be strong cause God is with you. May he R.I.P.

Rev. BOWERS as we the members of what use to be the Ebenezer Methodist Chruch Marigot Young Adult Choir affectionetely called him (during the time he was our minister) we here is sxm miss you and loved you but God loves you best, one thing is sure is that I will never forget you. God always choses the very best from his garden and that is why he chose you, we might not understand i do not but he knows best and on that we depend and trust him. So to Pat and the kids and the rest of the family be strong and know that God will take care of you in this your time of grief. Also know that you are in our prayers here is SXM.
May his soul rest in peace.

From: Miranda & Family and also the Members of the Ebenezer Young Adult Choir.

Rev Bowers has left his mark on the caribbean.
we loved you, but jesus loves you best
Pat, we extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family knowiwng that God is able and he will see you thru
you are in our Prayers.

To the family and friends of our dear departed Reverend, we the entire Montserrat Community extend our deepest sympathy. The world needed you but God needed you most. Gone but not forgotten.

Hello My Dear is what you would say to me... greet me with a hug and kiss... and say i hope you are behaving.. cause i have rights to give you some lashes... My Father Figure.. My Best friend... there was nothing wrong with me that you didn't know and what you didn't know.. you sensed in you spirit and would instand message me.. i am right here.. talk to me... and i would say i know.. you always are... My Dearest Father Figure... I'll continue to sing.... until we meet again... I Love You always... Rest On.. Rest On...

An ANGEL walked among us and touched our lives for better, forever."Well done,thou good and faithful servant.You said "nevertheless" to your crucible of suffering, you bore your cross without complaint; you did what I asked you to do, come take your rest!" said the Master. Adieu, my friend and brother. Thank you for validating me.

He was a real person. He was not a fake minister, he meant what he said, and he said what he meant

What kind of advice you can give to his family in the time of this bereavement?

My sincere condolences to Lester's family and friends.

It has been years since I last saw him, but from reading everyone's postings, realize that he had, though his ministry and good ntaure, touched the lives of others in a very positive way; a wonderful example for those of us left to podner. Life is indeed too short - so live, give and love.

Lester was a good friend of mine from when he lived in Atlanta and worked at Glenn Memorial UMC. I just found out and am in shock. Pat, Joey, Gigi, and the whole family: Know that I am praying for you and wish I was there to give you a big hug. Lester has touched so many people in his short life and he will be missed dearly. Love, Anne Lynch

Omg. Wow he was the coolest com teacher. Joke from start to end and still manage to get the lesson across. My Condolences goes out to the family in your time of grief. Rest in Peace Mr. Bowers

I knew Lester since he was a young man.We were all members of the Ebenezar Methodist Church in Antigua going to sunday school. I remember him when he delivered that stirring sermon at the 170th Anniversary in February'09 at Ebenezar. He was full of spirit along with his usual jokes. He was a good guy.In everything we should give thanks - in life and death. To his immediate family and to his Mom and his brothers and sisters I say God will take care of you in this time. May his soul rest in peace

Farther along, we'll know all about it... Farther along we'll understand why... is the hymn which came to mind when I heard the tragic news. I was in disbelief as Lester had just hailed out to me in traffic only two days before that and he looked normal. Lester was truly a remarkable person. I had the opportunity to know him and I am truly glad I did. His genuine personality and his overwhelming desire to help everyone find peace within themselves were gifts that truly should have been with us for a longer time. I recall seeing him take Joey to school each morning and even in the hustle and bustle of the school yard he would always make sure he made the time to ask how I am doing. He always had quality and fair advice to give but he would always say "life is too short to live unhappy" and I now understand why he was so adamant that life is too short... May the Lord God Almighty bless, keep and comfort his family in this difficult time and may the work he began here on this earth find someone that can carry it on as effortless and effective as you have. It is my view hat world needs more of people like you and not less but the Lord giveth and he taketh away, blessed be the name of the Lord. Deeply Saddened.

This is so sad reverend Bowers was looking forward to his wife's return. My heart goes out to his family especially Pat and the kids. May his soul rest in peace

I have not seen or spoken to him in while. I relive hearing his voice that unfortunate morning when he called to give me the info about Theodore. Now on hearing and confirming this sad news, I had to think of a way to break it to him. I know that they developed a friendship while they worked at HLSCC. Eventually I had to tell him and the response? I know his thoughts and mine also are with Pat and the rest of the. family. Words cannot express our sympaties.

HE WAS ONE INTRUCTOR WHO ALWAYS GOT YOUR UNDIVIDED ATTENTION IN CLASS. HE WAS VERY INSPIRING. ESPECIALLY WHEN HE TALKED ABOUT HIS HUMBLE BEGINNINGS. HE WAS TRULY A BLESSING TO ALL HE CAME IN CONTACT WITH. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

Mr. Bowers, I will miss the jokes them even though them never scored sometimes. You were one of my best teachers while I attended the HLSCC. You were so inspiring, helpful and kind. I'll miss you dearly, may your soul rest in peace and may God bring comfort to your family and love ones. I will like to thank God for having you on earth and for the tremendous work that you have done. Until we meet again, continue to look over us.

I first met Lester when he came to Montserrat fresh out of college. My grandmother adopted him as her 'son' and took him under her 'wings' He was full of mischief, the joys of life, yet kind and empathetic. We met again when he came to St.Maarten to work.Everyone loved him. i now live in England but we kept in touch. He would always let me know when he was in 'Town'
I an in such a state of shock. I'm asking Why? when he had so much more to give. I guess God has a plan. Shine on my friend, my brother, When I see a bright star in the night sky I shall think of you.

I was in his COM class last semester, he was an interesting teacher. May he rest in peace, and may god give his family the strength in this difficult time.

R.I.P Rev. You will be missed. May God bless you and keep you in his presence.

I was a student of Mr. Bowers and I like how he decepline those younters at the collage I hope others take pattern. His work on earth is finish and thank God for those who hear the word and accept Christ as their Personal Lord and Saviour this is the only thing whats matter. Family and friends be prepare to meet him.

RIP REV. LESTER BOWER AND I ATTENDED A YOUTH CAMP TOGETHER BACK IN THE 80'S IN NEVIS. I LOOKED UP TO HIM LIKE A BIG BROTHER HE WAS ALWAYS SO CONCERNED AND CARING. HE TOUCHED THE LIVES OF MANY AND AROUND HIM THERE WAS NEVER A DULL MOMENT. TO HIS WIFE, I WILL KEEP YOU IN PRAYER THAT GOD MAY GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT MOMENT. ALLOW THE PRECIOUS MEMORIES OF YOUR HUSBAND TO LIVE ON IN YOUR HEART. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.

NOREEN
ST MARTIN

i still cant believe he died.. my best friend told me n i didn't even realize what she really said until after 30 min or so it shocked me i remember i would b sleepy in church n one of his jokes would just wake me up he was the one to always keep a smile on your n someone else's face.. you will b truly miss u your always working with the youth n always had faith i still remember the jokes u would crack in church on sundays.. We going miss u for real.. RIP condolences to his Family... the Lord will help u thru this trying time

TODAY I WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE COLLEGE STUDY SKILLS WITH HIM. . .I DIDN'T EVEN GET THE CHANCE TO KNOW HIM,BUT MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE

Pat, Joey and Gigi Auntie prayers are with you. I know that Mom and daddy is your standing rock rightnow. Auntie Nezie please hold strong and as Uncle Archie always says Hold the Fort.
No one knows the hour but we all will truley miss uncle Lester. May God continue his blessings.

I am very sadden to hear of the loss of a very dear friend and Minister.RIP my brother you're out of your pain. You were alway one to give a good word of cheer always outgoing. My condolences to your wife Pat and the rest of family. We will miss those lovely sermons.

I'm am sadened by the passing of Rev. Bowers. it was just the other day that i met him in Road Town Whole Sale while home for summer vacation and we chat it up as usual. He was in high spirit as usual and he encouraged me to continue with my studies.. I've known him since HLSCC days and he was indeed one of the persons that stuck on me during my tenure there... He was a good man.. May his family be comforted by the grace of God and the support of love ones.. and may his soul rest in eternal peace

I didn't know the Reverend personally, but I knew of him. My Mom was familiar and one sister a friend. My Sis is in shock about his untimely passing. He actually officiated over the christening of two of her kids. On behalf of her, and my family, I wish to extend our utmost condolence to his wife and kids as well as his extended family. May he rest in peace and be remembered for all the wonderful things he did over his lifetime. His work is done here on earth now; he's in the hands of the Almighty.

Gosh, gone? I so wanted to take the College Study Skills Class with him....oh my!!! ReSt IN PeAce!

Rest in Peace Reverend Bowers..The good ones are always taken from us too soon. But God knows best. He said "Blessed are those that Mourn for they shall be comforted" He will comfort you Mrs. Bowers and your two beautiful children..

RIP LESTER BOWER MAY UR SOULD REST....THATS JUS TO SHOW US THAT THIS IS NOT OUR PLACE OF RESTING NO BODY KNOWS WHEN DEATH IS TO HIT US