Ronald "Ronnie" Leroy Bowers III, a 16-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity from Kettering, Ohio, tragically passed away on September 6, 2016. Ronnie was born on June 28, 2000, to Ron Bowers Jr. and Jessica Combs in Greenville, Ohio. He was a student at Kettering Fairmont High School and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, driving, playing football with his brothers, and fishing.
Ronnie's death was the result of a shooting incident.
Kylen Gregory, another 16-year-old at the time, was found guilty of reckless homicide in connection with Ronnie's death. Gregory admitted in court that he had shot Bowers, and after nine hours of deliberation, the jury convicted him of the crime. Gregory, who is now 18, faced legal consequences for his actions.
The case drew significant attention in the Dayton, Ohio area, and the community mourned the loss of a young life. The Kettering Police Department, along with the Kettering Medical Center and Life Connection, were involved in the investigation and provided support to the family during this difficult time.
Ronnie is remembered fondly by his family, including his mother, Jessica Combs, his father, Ron Bowers Jr., and his siblings, Jesse Koch, Lance, Lacey, and Lucas Bowers. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Richard Glover and Donna Glover, and his paternal grandmother, Cindy Wolfe. The family expressed their gratitude for the care provided by the medical staff and the police department.
The loss of Ronnie Bowers was a tragic event that left a lasting impact on his family and friends. The community continues to remember him and honor his memory through various tributes and memorials.
