On March 17, 1932, the Angel of the Lord delivered a precious gift to Wilbert Sr and Frances Sadberry Bowers. They named her Doris June Bowers. Doris or as she was affectionately known "June" and "Shorty" grew into a loving, generous young woman who developed a love of teaching. She served not only as a teacher but as a mentor to her students. She volunteered her time after school and in the summers to tutor any student who needed extra help. She received many awards for her service but through it all she remained a humble person. She married at an early age and from that union came a son who she named John Edwin Thomas Jr. On January 19 th , 1963, she wed Lowell Rodney Turley. She and Lowell had a blended family that included Robert Henry, Michael Barton, Lora Louise and Marvis Antionette. They were never stepchildren; they were her children. She loved spending time with the grandchildren in the summertime and the grandchildren adored her. On December 24, 2024, the Lord said, "Well done, my good and faithful servant" and called her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Frances Bowers, son Robert Henry Turley, and aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Lowell Rodney Turley, sons John (Susan) Thomas and Michael Barton Sherfield. Daughters, Lora Louise (Stephen) Washington and Marvis Durr. Grandchildren: Brandon Joseph Thomas, Adam Bowers Thomas (Bridget), Garrett Payton (Gina) Turley, Jeelbere Michael Sherfield, Stephanie Nicole Washington Hanson, Shavonne Michelle (Adam)Washington-Krauth, Marcus Deneal and Michael Perry Durr. 9 great-grandchildren also survive. Brother Wilbert Bowers Jr (Doretta) and nephew, Wilbert Bowers III.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Bauman Family Funeral Home. 5600 U.S. Route 34 Oswego, Illinois. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM with the funeral service following at 3:00 PM. Fly high Doris and we won't say goodbye, just see you later. We'll love you forever.