Bret Stowe

Bret Stowe, 70, of Charles City, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.

A celebration of Bret’s life will be held at a later date.

Bret Alan Stowe, the son of Rex and Diane (Vanberg) Stowe, was born on Jan. 7, 1954, in Worthington, Minnesota. He graduated from Charles City High School in 1972. He then went on to The University of Iowa, graduating in 1977, and received his bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Bret first worked for Vans Hardware, a family operated business owned by his parents, in Charles City. He then was elected to serve as Floyd County Auditor from 1992-2004. Bret had many hobbies including rock collecting, reading, playing card games, watching sports, fishing, and playing guitar. He was involved with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Bret was a resident of the 9th Street Chautauqua Guest Home for the last 20 years. He made many lifelong friends and enjoyed sitting outside and visiting with staff and the other residents. Bret loved his family and cherished the time that was spent with his sons and grandchildren.

Living family members include his two sons: Sean and Jordan Stowe; grandchildren: Jackson Stowe, Harper Stowe, Rylee Stowe, Mckinley Stowe, and Jacob Stowe; sister, Keri (Gene) Anderegg; nephew, Mike Anderegg and his children, Angel and Sophia Anderegg; niece, Amy (Cory) Spieker and their children, Sydney and Rex Spieker; nephew, Joe (Shaina) Anderegg and their children, Chance and Drew Anderegg; and nephew, Tyler Anderegg and his children, Dex Anderegg and Tavyon Colsch.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and grandson, Hayden Dale Stowe.

Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, 1205 South Main Street, Charles City, Iowa 50616 is in charge of local arrangements. Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall for the family at www.hauserfh.com.