Condolence: I attended the 60th class reunion of Martinsburg High and found out that Phil and Doris had died within days of each other. I cannot express the sadness I feel. We were neighbors and classmates. I played piano in Phil's band while in high school. I visited Doris until March and talked to her in May of this year and she always told me how Phil was doing. My prayers are with Phil's wife and family, he was a fine man and musician. Carolyn (Kay) Jones Wilson

Condolence: Phil taught me saxophone for 4 years, or should I say he was very patient with me for 4 years. I will never forget our time together (he would come to our home) because he was patient, kind, witty, somewhat strict but fair. And, he was a good teacher, I'm sure a lot of his former students remember him fondly as well. Sending up a prayer for his loved ones. Great man!

Condolence: Our sympathy to Mrs. Bowers and family. Phil's musical skill and knowledge is appreciated by many students, musicians, and friends. All Take Care!

Condolence: Mr Bowers was my band teacher from 7th grade to 11th Grade. HE was a wonderful Band Director at Victory High School and was sorry to have him leave in 1965 to return to his hometown of Martinsburg. I continued my band activities at Fairmont State both in the marching band and concert band up until I graduated. I was also a majorette at Fairmont State. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: So sorry to hear! I will miss him coming to our office(Dr. Diaz) He was a sweet man! Loved working with him and enjoyed his stories! God has another angel in his flock! Sending prayers to the family!

Condolence: Mr. Bowers was my band teacher. Sorry for your loss.

Condolence: I was in Mr. Bowers first classes at LVHS when he first arrived there. I assisted him during fifth period when I had study hall with getting sheet music, selling supplies, etc. He was a great teacher and you could see his love for music and teaching. He gave me many opportunities of learning to play other instruments the years I took band. I loved football season marching band on the field with the percussion dept. fun memories of learning and playing the cymbals one season, bells, and then summer band practice learning the marimba. Love concert season. He impacted LVHS introducing marching routines, getting us new uniforms and sending us to All County Band. Thank you Mr. Bowers, my love for all genres of music is because of how you introduced me to it all. God use daily your gifts to teach us all.

Condolence: Mr. Bowers was my band teacher from 7th to 12th grade at Loudoun Valley. Every year he strived to teach us to be the best band we could be. He was an awesome teacher and the nicest person! My condolences to his family! Praying for y'all for comfort.

Condolence: Mr.Bowers was the best Music Teacher at LVHS!! He taught me so much and believed in me and pushed me to be better and better in whatever I was setting to do especially with music. My condolences to the family. R.I.P. Mr. Bowers you will be missed dearly.

Condolence: He was good musician and marching band leader. I enjoyed his leadership 1980 at LVHS. Prayers for his family.

Condolence: Mr. Bowers was my band teacher at Loudoun Valley. He was the best at what he did. He used to sing the music notes to me before I ever played the piece because he knew I played by ear. He will always be a part of the best memories I have of high school. He will be missed. Condolences to the family. Rest In Peace sweet Mr. Bowers. Cynthia

Condolence: I worked with Mr. Bowers when he was the Band Director at Martinsburg South Jr. High in the late 1960s. He was a gentleman, knowledgeable about music, and sincere. He was an excellent fellow educator.

Condolence: On behalf of myself and the members of Stitching with Mary, may I extend my deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Hoping our thoughts and prayers for you and your family will be a comfort to you. We are here to help you through the days and weeks ahead.

Condolence: May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Philip M. Bowers, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Reserves Veteran, Philip M. Bowers, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †