BOWLER, David Died peacefully on Saturday January 7, 2012 in Renfrew, at the age of 78. The son of the late Reginald and Winifred Bowler, David is survived by granddaughter Tory, children Matthew and Zoe, and siblings Margaret, Patricia and Arthur. Born and raised in Ottawa, David was educated at Glebe Collegiate, Carleton College and Queen’s University. During his working years he taught high school mathematics in Almonte and North Bay. He retired to Calabogie and Renfrew. A loving father and devoted brother and uncle, David unfailingly showed genuine and heartfelt interest in his numerous nieces and nephews and other members of his far-flung extended family. David was a lifelong student of history, science, and nature, with a passion for music, the outdoors, canoeing, swimming and sailing. He was a skilled and adventurous canoeist, and held a resolute belief in the preservation of Canada’s wild spaces. His family wishes to thank the staff of the Bonnechere Manor for their compassionate and professional care. A memorial will be held this summer. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Ottawa Riverkeeper.