Richard Lee Bowers Jr.

Richard Lee Bowers Jr was born on November 18, 1963 in Murray, Utah to Richard Lee Bowers Sr and Linda Kaye Ogilvie Bowers. Richard passed away at home in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 4, 2024 by the side of his loving wife Krystal.

Richard was a veteran who served in the US Army. One day before his 18th birthday he joined the Army, serving overseas as a Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic and driver.

In 2019 Richard met the love of his life Krystal Dian Melvin. They were immediate soulmates and were the best thing that ever happened to each other, supporting each other through difficult trials. Richard used to tell Krystal she was his diamond in the rough and called her his honey bunny. They were married in South Jordan, Utah on November 15, 2022. They were never apart after meeting and their love will continue through the eternities. She was there with him until the end, taking care of his every need.

1 Corinthians 13:4-8

4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

Richard was a long-distance truck driver for most of his life and enjoyed being on the road. His family says he was one of the best truck drivers they knew and he could maneuver a trailer into any spot. It was amazing! The last few years were spent happily on the road with his wife Krystal and best friend, Copper his dog. Copper was his companion for many years and they were inseparable. Richard’s favorite place he visited on his travels was New York City. He absolutely loved it and would say to Krystal, “See honey, say hi to New York” every time they went near the city.

Richard loved his children very much and cherished spending time with his family. When they were young, they loved it when he would play bicycle and when they were sick, he had a way of making them feel better by rubbing their back and making them feel better. He was such a hard worker and an amazing provider. Even when he was in so much pain he always worked and took care of his family.

Richard enjoyed fishing, traveling, truck driving, collecting rocks, as well as watching football and NASCAR. Richards favorite show in the entire world was Survivor and he would watch every new episode on Wednesdays at 7pm. He enjoyed building things and made many wonderful model ships. Also, Richard was a MacGyver and if anything broke, he could fix it.

He loved food and pancakes were his favorite along with carrot cake and cherry Pepsi. He loved to cook and make cakes. He was known for eating everybody’s leftovers. He would put ketchup on everything! He especially loved family dinner at his moms and her roast and her Reuben sandwiches on St. Patrick’s Day.

Richard felt close to his grandpa Ogilvie and grandma Marino and enjoyed spending time with them. One time when he was a kid his grandma Marino tricked him into drinking goat milk by telling him it was regular milk and putting it in his cereal. Richard figured it out though and thought it was funny!

Throughout his life, Richard was so kind and compassionate and truly found happiness in helping others. He had such a big heart and so much love to give. He didn’t always express his love in the way that some would expect but that didn’t mean the love wasn’t there and he never stopped fighting for what he loved.

Richard had an amazing sense of humor and definitely loved to make others laugh! He loved watching funny movies and his laugh was contagious.

Richard was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Survivors are his wife Krystal Dian Bowers of Rock Springs, WY; mother Linda Bowers of South Jordan, UT; sons Seth Bowers of Midvale, UT and Michael Yochum of St. George, UT, and Joshua Bowers of St. Clairsville, OH; daughters Dianna Bowers of Chicago, IL; Tara Lynn Bowers of Salt Lake City, UT; Lea Dawn Bowers, Syerra Bowers, Jerykka Bowers, and Lucretia Carling all of Midvale, UT; Haley Langston and Abby Langston of Ogden, UT, and Dallin Langston of Sandy, UT; sisters Tracy Hubbard of Queen Creek, AZ and Krystina Banks of South Jordan, UT; grandchildren Dustin and Teya Briggs; Alastor and Asher; Omari and Demarcus Taylor; Drake Armani; Justin, Corbin, Max, and Charlee Yochum; Tommy Gonzales and Luques Lopez; Jerusha Meacham, Magna, UT. He had many good times with his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by father Richard L Bowers Sr and granddaughters Tylar Joylee Ekker and Makayla Bowers.

In accordance with Richard’s wishes, he was cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held on

December 14, 2024 at 11:30am at the South Jordan Utah Parkway Stake, 9894 S 2700 W, South Jordan, UT.

Condolences can be left at www.foxfh.com.

Family memories:

Tara remembers always going to work with him on the truck. He'd get tickets to the Jazz games and he would take one of us kids at a time. We would always go on vacations. I went on a 14 day trip with my dad on the truck. We went all the way to Florida then to Michigan and saw the NASCAR races. Always getting my dad to laugh when he was trying to be serious. He couldn't keep a straight face. I loved it when my dad would laugh! Playing video games with my dad and Bubba. Pretending I had something in the blow dart gun and him going down like I shot him. My Dad always made sure we always had good holidays, especially Christmas. My dad was my rock and always there when I needed him.

Michael’s memories:

Teaching me to drive

Going to work with him to work It snowed feet one year so we so we had to shovel the roof off and when we got done, we took turns jumping off the roof in a snow bank. Letting him win football on Nintendo and seeing how happy he would be Kicking his butt in football on Nintendo and watch how mad he'd be Hearing him laugh

Joshua “Bubba” memories:

When I was young, I remember going to work with dad at Interstate Brick. He would put me on his lap and he would let me “drive” the 18-wheeler around the yard.

Syerra - My dad would take us to Lagoon and other places. He was funny too.

Lea – Going on dad’s truck and stopping at truck stops for hot chocolate.

Seth – when he would drive in the truck with dad

Jerykka – when mom and dad were crying when she was getting her balloon test done on her heart.

Jerusha: A fun memory was when grandpa came to the house with Krystal and Copper. And we went to Classic Skating for Lea, Syerra, Teya and Jerusha’s birthdays.

Dustin and Teya – We would go over to his house when we were younger and he would be silly and always make sure we all have a fun time and we always called him uncle grandpa and stuff lol. Dustin and Teya would go to grandpa's and would play with their aunt's and uncle. My dad's kids would run around the house while Teya and Dustin didn't know what to do so my dad told them go ahead; go have fun! Pretty soon they would be roller skating in the house. One time my kids told their grampa,

"Uncle-Grandpa, your confusing," and he said, “well how do you think I feel...". Dustin remembers grandpa picking them up and taking them to their favorite food place Panda Express. They remember going to classic skating! They are going to miss their grandpa dearly!!!

Dallin – I remember when I helped Richard put his socks on. And he was so excited and grateful when I put the beds together for him. One time we were sitting on the couch together and I was trying to help him play games on X-Box. I made the Thanksgiving turkey this year and Richard loved it!

Lucretia – My favorite memory was going up to Wendover and having a great time. We were laughing and joking all night.

Haley – My favorite memory of Richard was watching him marry my mom. I was overwhelmed with all emotions that day. He saved my mom. They did it together to get out of the hard. I never thought I would be able to have a relationship with my mom but I do and I have Richard to thank for that. Another favorite memory when we all went to I-hop and had a good time.

Abby – My favorite memory was when my mom married Richard.

Niece Tiffany Thomas – Richard was holding my hands when I took my first steps. He was so funny and I loved him so much.