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Robert William Bowman, 79, of China Grove passed away November 21, 2012 at Tucker Hospice House surrounded by family. Mr. Bowman was born June 6, 1933 in the District of Columbia to the late David Louis Bowman and Hortense Frances Greer. Robert was a graduate of the University of Georgia and proudly served in the U.S. Army.
Mr. Bowman was very active at First Baptist Church of China Grove, and was a member of the handbell choir. Robert was also a teacher of his Senior Sunday School class. Robert enjoyed watching and supporting all University of Georgia athletics.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bowman is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Louise Macha Bowman.
Robert William Bowman is survived by a son; Robert C. Bowman and wife Chris of Concord, NC, a daughter; Linda Wilson of China Grove, NC, three grandsons; Jay Wilson of San Francisco, CA, Michael Bowman and wife Jane of Richmond, VA, and David Bowman and wife Gwen of Kannapolis, NC, and 2 great grandchildren; Olivia Bowman of Richmond, VA, and Dalton Bowman of Kannapolis, NC.
There will be a Memorial Service on Monday, November 26, 2012 at 1:30 PM at First Baptist Church in China Grove conducted by Pastor Steve Wilson. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church, 302 Patterson St., China Grove, NC 28203, or the Tucker Hospice House, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury, North Carolina is assisting the Bowman family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Bob-Chris Bowman says
So sorry to hear about Mr Bowman He was such a nice man and he took such good care of Fran.Now God will be taking care of both. Love Dan -Diane
dan & diane potter says
So very sorry to hear about Mr Bowman.He was such a nice man. He took such good care of Fran. And now God will take care of both.Love Dan -Diane
Mike and June Goertzen says
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man. We will miss his smile and his sense of humor. Love, Mike and June
Shannon Goertzen says
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking about you guys and sending prayers and hugs your way. Love to you all Bowman family.
Bob & Sandi Scott says
Our sincere sympathy to the family at the loss of Mr. Bowman. David and Gwen, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you know the love of God and the comfort of family and friends during this sad time.
Chris, Lisa, Michael, and Noah Goertzen says
May GOD comfort you in your time of loss and sorrow. He was such a nice man and will be missed!
jeanette kesinger says
i know the family is going thru agony hurting from the loss of this great person. remember God does’t make mistakes. The Lord must have needed him worse than we did down here. He is smiling up there, in no pain, and playing the bells and playing bingo up there also. he was a very nice man. my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Lorena Johnson says
Dear Bowman Family, I am deeply sorry for the loss to your family member. Facing a loss of someone so dear can be very devastating. It has been found that reading the words written in the bible has been encouragement to many. Jesus showed great compassion when his friend Lazarus died to the point of crying. After that he brought his friend back to life. He will soon perform that same miracle for all of our loved ones who have died (John 5: 28,29). May God continue to bless all of you during this time of bereavement
Lois Johnston says
Dear Bob and Chris and Linda, We are so sorry to hear your dear dad has passed away. He was such a sweet man. He is at peace now and with Fran. Our love and sympathy, Lois and Ed
Mark Lewis says
Just found out about Bob’s passing. My family has known the Bowmans for 47 years. We went camping with them many times. When I joined the cub scouts, Bob was there for the ceremony. He was my pony league baseball coach. Fran and my mom worked together at the same school in Miami. So we go back along way and I have so many memories of Bob. I honestly thought he was such a hoot and just a good all around person to be around. I will miss you.