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  • Gary K Bowser
    Owner
    Gary K Bowser
    412-469-2100

    Mr Bowser proudly served in the US Navy and now resides in Murrysville.  He attends First United Methodist Church and is a Director of the Western Pennsylvania Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_chap ).  He has been in the automotive industry for 47 years and the Owner of the "Power of Bowser" for 26 years.  He and his wife have 2 sons and both sons are active members in the business.  He is an alumni of Kittaning High School.  He enjoys golfing with his wife and hunting & fishing with his boys.

  • Tim Fitzgerald
    General Sales Manager
    Tim Fitzgerald
    412-469-2100 ext 1956

    Tim and his wife reside in Harmony and he is an Elder for the Pittsburgh Revival Center church.  He has been in automotive industry as a Master Sales Manager for GM and Chrysler for 23 years.  The last three years he has been with Bowser.  Tim has four children and six grandchildren.  On his days off Tim enjoys fishing or spending time with family and friends.

  • Tom Ruppen
    Hyundai Sales Manager
    Tom Ruppen
    412-469-2100 ext 1511

    Tom currently resides in South Park with his wife Fran, and their beagle Oliver.  Tom is an American history buff and a graduate of Baldwin High School & Shippensburg University.  Tom has been in the automotive industry for 27 years and the last 23 years with Bowser.  Tom also likes to collect sports memorabelia.

  • Joe Spinola
    Subaru Sales Manager
    Joe Spinola
    412-469-2100 ext 1510

  • Jason Baer
    Nissan Sales Manager
    Jason Baer
    412-469-2100 ext 1707

    Jason and his wife reside in North Fayette Township with their two children.  He is a member of the NRA and an alumni of Taylor Alderdice High School.  Jason has been in the automotive industry for 17 years.  On his days off he enjoys sending time with his wife and children.

  • Jim Lee
    Pre-Owned Manager
    Jim Lee
    412-469-2100 ext 1703

    Jim is a resident of Rostraver where he attends Pine Run Methodist church.  Jim has been in the automotive industry for 30 years and with Bowser for 14 years.  He is a alumni of Thomas Jefferson High School.

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  • Scott Baron
    CRM Manager/Customer Service
    Scott Baron
    412-469-2100 ext 1916

  • Janis Salka
    Finance Department Director
    Janis Salka
    412-469-2100 ext 1929

    Janis resides in Pleasant Hills and has been in the automotive industry for 29 years.  Twenty three of those years she has been employed at Bowser.  She attended Elizabeth Forward High School (Janis Shawl).  She enjoys playing golf and softball.

  • Chris Dibattista
    Finance Manager
    Chris Dibattista
    412-469-2100 ext 1702

  • Ken Phillips
    Subaru Finance Department
    Ken Phillips
    412-469-2100 ext 1512

    Ken lives in West Mifflin and is the proud parent of two children.  He has been in the automotive industry for 20 years and with Bowser for 6 years.  He is an alumni of South Fayette High School.

  • Dan Brickett
    Nissan Finance Department
    Dan Brickett
    412-469-2100 ext 1611

    Dan resides in South Park and has been in the automotive industry for 10+ years.  He is married with two boys.  He is certified in F&I Legal and Ethical Standards.

  • Don Leon
    Hyundai Finance Department
    Don Leon
    412-469-2100 ext 1513

    Don is a US Navy veteran.  He lives in Scott Township and attends Our Lady of Grace church.  He is a member of American Legion Post #54 and White Eagles Society #1746.  He is married with 3 children and 2 grandchildren.  He has been in the automotive industry for 25 years and with Bowser for 7 years.

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  • Tobie Kyle
    GM Finance Department
    Tobie Kyle
    412-469-2100 ext 1921

    Tobie resides in Perryopolis and attends church at Church of St Anne.  He has been in the automotive industry for 21 years and at Bowser for 5 years.  He is an alumni of Mississippi State University.

  • Jeff Empey
    Internet Sales Team
    Jeff Empey
    412-469-2100 ext 1604

    Jeff is a US Army veteran who resides in Wilson.  He is married with one child.  He has been in automotive sales for 9 years and working at Bowser for 6 years.  He graduated from Central Washington University in Ellensburg Washington with a Elementary Education major.  Jeff is a member of the Pittsburgh Ruff Ryders motorcycle club.  His hobbies are spending time on his motorcycle and watching football. 

  • CJ Gaudio
    Internet Sales Team
    CJ Gaudio
    412-469-2100 ext 1924

    CJ resides in Whitehall and is a alumni of California University of PA.  He has been working for Bowser for 6 years.  On his days off he enjoys riding his Harley.

  • Bernie Jaras
    Internet Sales Team
    Bernie Jaras
    412-469-2100 ext 1518

    Bernie and his wife reside in Sharpsburg with their four children.  He has been in the automotive industry for 8+ years, all of which with Bowser.  Bernie is alumni of Southside Catholic High School and a season ticket holder for the Pittsburgh Penquins. 

  • George W. Snyder III
    Subaru Internet Sales Team
    George W. Snyder III
    412-469-2100 ext 1515

    George resides in Whitehall and attends St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church.  He has been in the automotive industry for over 33 years.  George is also a alumni of Gateway High School & Thiel College.  He enjoys golfing on his day off.

  • Denny Costello
    Internet Sales Team
    Denny Costello
    412-469-2100 ext 1714

    Denny resides in Bethel Park and is a member of St. Louise deMarillac Catholic Church.  He has been in the automotive industry for 17 years and 15 of those with Bowser.  Denny is also a member of Health Tracs and an alumni of Bethel Park High School.  He enjoys many outdoor sporting activities including tennis, golf, and skiing.

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  • Mark Michalek
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Mark Michalek
    412-469-2100 ext 1906

    Mark was ranked #1 GM salesperson in the United States.  He is a resident of Murrysville and been in the automotive industry for 20+ years.  he has been with Bowser for 2 years.

  • Michael "Mick" Zurich
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Michael
    412-469-2100 ext 1918

    "Mick" is a US Navy veteran who resides in Upper St. Clair and attends church at St. Louise.  He has been in the automotive industry for 34 years and working for Bowser for 6 months.  He is married with three children and enjoys golfing, bike riding and many other sports.

  • Craig Segar
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Craig Segar
    412-469-2100 ext 1928

    Craig is a current resident of Plum and attends Our Lady of Joy church.  He has been in the automotive industry for 13 years all with Bowser.  Craig is a alumni of Gateway High school and the University of Pittsburgh.  He enjoys spending his days off with his wife and two children.

  • Thomas Evans
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Thomas Evans
    412-469-2100 ext 1917

     Tom lives in Donora and attends St. Michaels Byzantine Catholic Church.  Tom is a member of American Legion and Russian Club.  He has been in the Automotive industry for 15 years and with Bowser for 3 years.  He is married with one daughter.  Tom is an alumni of Monongahela High School and Westmorland Community College.

  • Tim Booher
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Tim Booher
    412-469-2100 ext 1915

    Tim resides in McKeesport and attends church at Norwin Alliance.  He has been selling cars for Bowser for 7 years.  He is married with one chiilld.  Tim is an alumni of Thomas Jefferson High School.  On his off days you can find him playing golf. 

  • Ed Hartle
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Ed Hartle
    412-469-2100 ext 1725

    Ed was born and raised in Oil City, PA.  He enjoys running, biking and swimming.

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  • Mike Weston
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Mike Weston
    412-469-2100 ext 1723

    Mike is a member of the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce.  He lives in West Newton and has been in the automotive industry for 6+ years.  He enjoys kayaking, biking and traveling.

  • Pete Huwe
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Pete Huwe
    412-469-2100 ext 1724

    Pete resides in Castle Shannon and is a proud veteran of the US Army.  He has been in the automotive industry for 21 years and with Bowser for 8 years.  He enjoys his days off  golfing, fishing and spending time with his wife and two children.

  • Dave Guthoerl
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Dave Guthoerl
    412-469-2100 ext 1715

    Dave is aveteran of the US Army.  He proudly served in the Vietnam war.  He now resides in Bethel Park and attends St Valentines Church.  Dave has been in the automotive industry for 35 years and with Bowser for 15 years.  On his days off you will find him fishing or hunting depending on the season. 

  • Scott McCormick
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Scott McCormick
    412-469-2100 ext 1712

    Scott resides in Jefferson Hills and attends St. Thomas A Beckett Church.  He has been in the automotive industry for 24 years and with Bowser for 6 years.  He is an alumni of Thomas Jefferson High School.  Scott spends his days off with wife and three children.

  • Ron Mitko
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Ron Mitko
    412-469-2100 ext 1925

  • Gary Friedberg
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Gary Friedberg
    412-469-2100 ext 1592

    Gary currently resides in Canonsburg PA.  He is an Alumni of Miami Military Academy, Fairview High School and the Opticians Institute.  He has been in the automotive industry for 21 years and at Bowser for 7 years.

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  • Dave Plavchak
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Dave Plavchak
    412-469-2100 ext 1614

    Davis is a resident of Rostraver and attends St. Anne Catholic Church.  he has been in the automotive industry for 27 years and with Bowser for 7 years.  He is an alumni of Thomas Jefferson High School and enjoys playing golf.

  • West Blumfeldt
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    West Blumfeldt
    412-469-2100 ext 1603

    West is a sales professional with over 20 years experience.  Specializing in customer service for an informative, easy (low pressure) and exciting purchase experience.  He is certified to sell all car and truck lines including, Nissan, Subaru, Hyunda, GM, Buick and pre-owned certified.  West is happily married to Barb and they reside in Whitehall with three children and a dog.

  • Ray Primonato
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Ray Primonato
    412-469-2100 ext 1606

    Ray is a veteran of the US Air Force and Air Froce Reserve.  He resides in Bethel Park and attends Hilltop Babtist Church. Ray has been in the automotive industry for 8 years.  He is a alumni of Keystone Oaks High School.

  • Ron Palmieri
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Ron Palmieri
    412-469-2100 ext 1613

    Ron resides in North Huntingdon with his wife and 2 children.  He is an alumni of North Catholic High school and has been with Bowser for 2 years.

  • Brian Zielinski
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Brian Zielinski
    412-469-2100 ext 1601

    Brian is a resident of Crafton and a member of the Polarski Club.  He has been working for Bowser for 2 years.  Brian is an alumni of Perry tradition Acadamy and LaRoche College.  On his days off, when the weathers nice, you'll find him behind the wheel of his 350Z.

  • Ed Doyle
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Ed Doyle
    412-469-2100 ext 1517

    Ed lives in Bethel Park with his wife and son.  He is a alumni of Peters Township High School and Robert Morris College.  Ed has been in the automotive industry for 18 years and with Bowser for the last 7 years.  Ed spends his evenings and weekends as a professional musician (drummer).

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  • Albert Ankrom Jr.
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Albert Ankrom Jr.
    412-469-2100 ext 1522

    Al is a resident of Finleyville and attends Crossroads Church.  He belongs to Stephen Bayard Lodge & Goldwing Road Riders Association.  Al has been with Bowser for 25+ years.  He is an alumni of South Park High School.  When not at work and the weather is nice you will find him on his motorcycle. 

  • Joe Siegel
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Joe Siegel
    412-469-2100 ext 1519

    Joe resides in Charleroi and has been in the automotive industry for 30 years.  He has been with Bowser for 15 years.  Joe is an alumni of University of Pittsburgh and enjoys playing poker. 

  • Kelly Irons
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Kelly Irons
    412-469-2100 ext 1523

    Kelly resides in Murrysville and attends Emanual Bible Church.  She has been working for Bowser for 2 years.  Kelly is an alumni of Franklin Regional High School and WCCC.  She spends her off time by watching the Steelers & Penquins.

  • Paul Graffia
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Paul Graffia
    412-469-2100 ext 1521

    Paul is a USMC Vietnam veteran.  He lives in Brentwood with his wife.  He is an alumni of Perry and enjoys sports.

  • Jeff "Pank" Pankiewicz
    Sales & Leasing Specialist
    Jeff
    412-469-2100 ext 1516

    Jeff lives in Crafton and attends St Martins Catholic Church.  He has been in the automotive industry for 10 years and with Bowser for 5 years.  Jeff enjoys going to the casino in his free time.

  • Mike McGuire
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Mike McGuire
    412-469-2100 ext 1520

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  • Tom Greer
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Tom Greer
    412-469-2100 ext 1605

    Tom grew up in and still resides in Jefferson Hills.  He used to be a member of our Hyundai Service team. In his free time you will find him watching sports.

  • Robert Zawojski
    Sales and Leasing Specialist
    Robert Zawojski
    412-469-2100 ext 1919

    Rob grew up and still resides in the South Hills.  On his days off he enjoys spending time with his son Alex, daughter Amara and his Fiance Nikki.  He enjoys all sports.

  • Vicki Lambert
    Sales Secretary
    Vicki Lambert
    412-469-2100 ext 1600

    Vicki is a current resident of Rostraver and a alumni of California University of PA.  She has been with Bowser for 6 years.  She is married with 2 children and one grandchild.

  • Mary Ann Winter
    Sales Secretary
    Mary Ann Winter
    412-469-2100 ext 1900