Linda “Susie” Bowers (Wells)

Linda “Susie” Bowers (Wells) passed away on February 16, 2026. She was born March
29, 1943 in Anderson County, KY. She resided in Illinois and Indiana throughout her life,
eventually settling in Santa Claus, IN.
 
Susie always had a love of music, particularly singing and lifting her voice to the Lord in
the church choir. She was an active member of several congregations throughout her
life and took comfort in the church community. She loved cooking and looking for new
recipes. She spent several years as the head chef at the Convalescent Center in
Huntingburg.
 
Susie married Paul Bowers in February 1964 and raised three children. She was a
military spouse and a dedicated wife and mother. She spent summers tending a large
garden, cooking, and canning vegetables. She and Paul spent their leisure time
camping and fishing, and enjoyed traveling during retirement. Throughout their moves,
she made lifelong friends and always enjoyed her neighbors.
 
Susie and Paul celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in February 2024, just prior to
his death. She is survived by three children and four grandchildren: Dr. Todd Bowers
and his wife Dawn of Aurora, IN, and their children Isaac and Olivia; Tammy Bowers of
Madrid, Spain; and Daniel Bowers and his wife Jennifer of Fishers, IN, and their children
Addison and Reagan.
 
We will miss you, Mom. Go with God.
The funeral will be held at Nass and Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg, IN, on Sunday,
February 22nd, with visitation starting at 1:00 and service at 2:00. The burial will take
place immediately after at Fairmount Cemetery.