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Maverick Owen Bowyer

April 26, 2001 - July 08, 2023

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Obituary For Maverick Owen Bowyer

Our beloved Maverick was taken too soon, due to a life-long battle with epilepsy. Mav was the ray of sunshine for so many, and his positivity was contagious and uplifting. He was true to himself, genuine, brave and courageous. He had a passion for music, was trained to play the viola, was self-taught on the keyboard, and had a beautiful singing voice. Maverick had been attending West Virginia University as a Bachelor of Arts student. Maverick, an only child, leaves behind and is deeply missed and loved by his mother, Tammy Fennessy, his father, John Bowyer, and his stepdad Robert Fennessy. His grandparents adored him and his passion for living and enjoying his life; Tony and Sylvia Todisco, Richard and Faith Bowyer, and Tom and Nancy Travers. Maverick is forever in the thoughts of many Aunts, Great Aunts, Uncles, and Great Uncles, including, but not limited to: Uncle David Bowyer, Uncle Mark Bowyer, Aunt Robin and Uncle Dave Londino, Great Aunt Kay Houston, Great Aunt Jeannie Gerry, Great Aunt Joyce Brown and Great Uncle Jim Horton, Great Aunt Patty Shorrock, Great Uncle Bill Todisco, Great Aunt Barbara Rosamilia, and Great Aunt Fran Autenrieth, and their respective families. His spirit will live in the memories of his many cousins, most notably Holly Aliveto, who also resides in Morgantown, WV. Maverick will also be remembered by an incredible amount of amazing and supportive friends that filled his life with joy and fulfillment. We will all miss Maverick’s contagious smile, sense of humor, and positivity. We’ll love you forever, Maverick, and you will find everlasting peace and a warm embrace in heaven. On Thursday, July 20, 2023 a public visitation will open at 2:30 p.m. and last until 6 p.m. The memorial service will be conducted by Reverend Richard Bowyer (Mav’s grandfather) at 6 p.m., followed by a gathering to celebrate Maverick’s life, which will last until 9 p.m. All events will be held at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, located at 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227, on Thursday July 20, 2023 from 2:30 to 9:00 p.m. Donations in Maverick’s memory can be made to the Epilepsy Foundation at https://www.epilepsy.com or via 1.800.213.5821 or The Trevor Project at https://www.thetrevorproject.org/. Flower arrangements (no lilies please) and plants can be sent to the funeral home.

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  • July 23, 2023

    George Yost

    Tammy, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Maverick. Although he is no longer with us physically, he continues to live on in our hearts, memories and will stay with you in spirit. George & Kathe Yost and family.

  • July 20, 2023

    Karen and Bill Heuber

    John, just heard the sad news about Maverick's passing. I know how proud you were of him. May those happy memories help you through this sad time. Karen and Bill Heuber

  • July 19, 2023

    Jean Faber Hanvik

    Dear Tammy and family -- Sending sincerest condolences on the unthinkable loss of your beautiful Mav. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Jean Hanvik

  • July 17, 2023

    Andy Moore

    Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My family and I can't begin to imagine what you are going through but let us share our deepest condolences.

  • July 17, 2023

    Katie Freyer

    Tammy and family My heart is broken for you. Maverick was my favorite little "Take Your Child to Work" buddy. Always so sweet and helpful. Thank you for sharing him with us at the CSC. May your memories of his beautiful soul keep bring you comfort Katie Freyer

  • July 14, 2023

    Jane Cook

    Oh Tammy ..... I just heard about Maverick's passing. My condolences to you and your entire family. I remember when he came to the office for bring your kid day. He was so mannerly, smart, and a cute child. Ask God for strength to see you through this difficult time and hang on to all those precious memories for the time he was here on earth. Bless you. I'm a phone call away

  • July 14, 2023

    Jay Potoski Keenan

    I meet Mav at WVU, he was one of the first friends I made. I remember we were in the League Of Legends club together and he'd always play with me even though I was never really good at it... he was always supportive and an overall amazing friend ♥️

  • July 14, 2023

    Emily Z

    I always remembered his smiling face in choir. He was always happiest surrounded by music and those who loved it just as much as him. He will be missed ❤️

  • July 13, 2023

    Albert and Linda Yost

    I'll never forget the trip when Tammy, Bobby and Maverick came to visit us in Connecticut. I was so impressed at what a great outgoing person that Maverick was. Linda and I send our deepest sympathies to the family.

  • July 13, 2023

    Margo Friend

    Faith and Dick, My thoughts are with you as I have learned of this young man's death. He sounded like a wonderful person who died way too soon. love and prayers Rev. Margo Friend

  • July 13, 2023

    Melissa Logan & Dan Ligman

    Tammy, we are sending you all our love. Maverick seemed like such a wonderful person and I always loved your face lit up when you spoke about him. We are so, so sorry for your heartbreaking loss.

  • July 12, 2023

    Cameron Timko

    I didn't know Maverick all that well, we went to school together. That said, I will say every-time I had ever spoken with him it was always positive. My deepest condolences and sympathies to those he left behind.

  • July 12, 2023

    Mike Moore

    My name is Mike Moore. My son, Chase Moore, was roommates with Maverick in Morgantown. I can't tell you how heartbroken we feel for the family. Chase never had a bad word to say about Maverick and always spoke so highly of him. My wife and I send our prayers and condolences to all of the family.

  • July 12, 2023

    Lori Jones

    We are so sorry to hear about Maverick. We knew him back in the PFC soccer days. Prayers to your family. Lori, Casey and Caitlin Jones

  • July 12, 2023

    Colleen Maguire

    Hi Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about your dear Maverick. Many blessings to you. You're in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. Colleen

  • July 12, 2023

    Laniese

    I knew Maverick from Tendercare. We played Pokémon together on the DS, traded cards and road the bus to and from school together. He was such a delight to be around, always smiling, always willing to help me and other kids catch Pokemon he had already gotten or beat bosses we couldn't get past. He will forever be remembered and greatly missed.

  • July 12, 2023

    The Delmonico Family

    We were so sorry to hear the news of Maverick's passing. Such good memories of him in boy scouts, giving him rides home from school, and interacting with him at Sheetz. Our sincere condolences to Maverick's family. May peace search you out and find you during your sadness. Maverick will be missed by many, including us. The Delmonico Family