Freda O. Bowler

Haverhill,

Freda O. (Sandstrom) Bowler 98, formerly of Worcester, died Monday, Oct.13, at Baker Katz Nursing Home, after an illness.

Her husband John J. Bowler died in 1978. She leaves a daughter, Barbara Hannon of North Andover; two grandchildren, Dr. James B. Hannon of Somers, NY and Denice K. Perera of Framingham. She was born in Sweden, daughter of Otto and Anna (Kinnlund) Sandstrom. She worked at the Astra Company for several years, before retiring.She was a member of the Vasa Order Quinsagamond Lodge %23517.

A Private Graveside Service will be held at All Faiths Cemetery, Worcester. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St. Lawrence MA 01843. LINDDQUIST LUNDIN FUNERAL HOME 36 Butler St., Worcester is directing arrangements. (www.lindquistlundin.com)