John Lyle Bowdish
February 15, 1944 – February 26, 2026
John Lyle Bowdish, age 82, of Saline, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on February 26, 2026. He was born February 15, 1944, in Stockbridge, Michigan, to Lyle Leslie Bowdish and Evelyn Louella (Stoffer) Bowdish.
He graduated from Dexter High School and went on to become a Master Plumber, dedicating more than 50 years to the plumbing and pipefitting trade. He was a proud 50+ year member of UA Local 190 Plumbers and Pipefitters.
A hardworking and devoted family man, John was known for his strong work ethic and wide range of interests. He was an avid car collector and enthusiast who enjoyed driving classic cars, flying his private plane, and spending time with his beloved cats.
He is survived by his daughter, Amy (Rick) (Bowdish) Clark of Brighton; sons, John Bowdish II of Martinsville, Virginia, and Tim (Beth) Bowdish of Littleton, Colorado; sister, Barbara (Bowdish) Pidd of Stockbridge; brother, Michael (Janie) Bowdish of Stockbridge; grandchildren Marcia, Ricky, Tyler, Emily, and Anna; great-grandson Max; niece Susan (Pidd) Giguere, nephews Mike Bowdish, Mark Bowdish, and Dale Pidd.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Bill Bowdish, his brother-in-law, Bill Pidd, and his nephew, Billy Pidd.
A private family gathering will be held.
