Brother HB Bowers

Good morning.

We hope this finds you well. We reach out to share the news that Brother H. B. Bowers passed early this morning. Few had or has as deep a dedication and belief in the Scouting program as Brother Bowers. A longtime member and former Scoutmaster of BSA Troop 100 in Lilburn, Georgia, he became a member of the Order of the Arrow in 1973 and received the Vigil Honor in 1977 and was named “Moschakantpeu” that translates as “Bald Headed One.”

His deeply rooted belief in Scouting was also recognized by his peers when he received the District Award of Merit, the Silver Beaver Award, and, in 1999, the Order’s Founder’s Award. Brother H. B. was a founding member of the Alcovy Old Timers that still serves today leading the Yule Log event during the holiday season each year. Many earned the Eagle Scout rank and were accomplished in their Scouting career as well as their personal and professional lives due to his influence and mentorship as he was one of the best examples of the Adult Association method of Scouting.

On a personal note, Mr. Bowers served as an example and was an influence on me as a youth through our association in Scouting and into my personal life. His commitment to his firmly held values served as a guiding light not by what he said, but by what he did…by his example. May each of us gain insight and learn from his example.

Arrangements have yet to be announced and we will share them when they are. Please keep the Bowers family and your thoughts and prayers as the navigate this transition.

Thank you, Brother Moschakantpeu. Godspeed, sir.

Yours in Brotherhood,

Rusty Royston
Lodge Adviser, Mowogo Lodge
Northeast Georgia Council, BSA