Charles DeWitt Bowers, 85, of Norwalk passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023.

Born in Norwalk on June 1, 1937, he was the son of the late Harold J. and Gertrude Morehouse Bowers.

Charles was proud to serve his country in the Army National Guard during Vietnam. He was employed by Nash Engineering for over 40 years, retiring as Chief Pattern Keeper.

Charles is survived by his brother Raymond and his wife Monika of Vero Beach, FL, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents Charles is predeceased by his siblings: Arthur W. Bowers, Harold J. Bowers, Jr., Clara Hoyt Egeressy, and Shirley Loftus.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 27, at 11:00 AM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk. Friends may pay their respects at the funeral home on Thursday from 10:00 Am until the service. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, 81 Riverside Avenue, Norwalk.

The family would like to thank all the staff at Norwalk Hospital and Maplewood Assisted Living for all their care and support.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Charles’ memory may be made to the Whittingham Cancer Center at Norwalk Hospital.