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Jon Bowman Obituary
SUMMERFIELD, LA - Funeral services for Lance Cpl. Jon Eric Bowman, 21, of Summerfield, LA, will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at Cook Baptist Church in Ruston. Officiating will be Bro. Ray Anderson, Bro. Mike Smith, and Bro. J.L. Foster. Interment with Full Military Honors will be at Sharon Cemetery in Sharon Community, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at the church.
Lcpl. Jon Eric Bowman died Monday, October 9, 2006 in Ar Ramadi, Iraq while in service to his country. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his mammaw and pawpaw, Betty Ann Key Darden and Lennie F. Darden and by his grandfather, Johnny Bowman.
Jon Eric is survived by his wife, Dawn Bowman of Summerfield, LA; mother, Jill Puckett and husband Dennis of Sharon Community, LA; father, Johnny W. Bowman and wife Susan of Monroe, LA; sisters, Megan Bowman and Ashley Bellot and husband Jonathan all of Monroe, LA; brother, Logan Puckett of Sharon Community, LA; paternal grandmother, Louise Futch Ramsey of Laran, LA; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Donald and Paula Farley of Summerfield, LA; brothers-in-law, Shane and Alex Farley; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Pallbearers will be Sgt. Richard Meredith, Lcpl. Thomas Lay, Lcpl. Michael Rath, Cpl. Stacey Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Jessie Curtis, Jonathan Bellot, Jesse Mathes, Justin Fulmer, Fernanco Hurtado, David Farley, Erik Scriber, and Allen Shirey.
Memorials may be made to Summerfield High School, Jon Eric Bowman Fund, 4200 Hwy 9, Summerfield, LA 71079 or Jon Eric Bowman Memorial Fund, c/o Chase Bank, Eastside Branch, Monroe, LA
Online tributes may be sent to
www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home
Ruston, LA
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Memories and Condolences
for Jon Bowman
Cameron Murray Caldwell
October 9, 2022
16 years ago but never forgotten. Heroes never die. They live on in the hearts of all they touched.
Megan
December 16, 2020
Thank you everyone for continuing to honor those like my brother, my parents (Susan & Johnny Bowman), Jon Eric’s wife (Dawn Bowman) and myself continue to strive to honor Jon Eric’s name. We appreciate you all. We miss him more than words could say, until we meet again...
Susan Bowman
July 13, 2020
Love you Jon and miss you so much!
Love always,
Your step-mom!
Susan Bowman
Jill Puckett
July 13, 2020
Miss you
Charlie Gili
July 12, 2020
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Jon E. Bowman
US Marine Lance Corporal.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
October 9, 2015
Another years has past and the love and loss remains. We miss our Jon Eric. 9 years is just a moment in time. It seems like yesterday. The emotions and heart ache are just as intense today as the day we got the tragic news. So proud of the young man that was my husband's son and my beloved step-son. You are forever missed, our brave Marine!
Love you always,
Susan
October 9, 2014
Miss you son Love you Mom
October 4, 2014
Hey baby,
Another year is rolling around and I still remember every single moment we had together. You were the sweetest child.....and you will always be in my heart! I love you Jon and I miss you more than I can express.
Love your Step-Mom Susan
March 27, 2014
Happy Birthday son Love and Miss you so much
September 24, 2013
Hey baby,
Love and miss you more than I can put into words. Another year is rolling around. Time seems to go so fast now that you are gone. Just know that your Dad and I love and miss you more than we will ever be able to express. So proud of you Son and so proud of what you stood for. We love you Jon!
Always,
Your Step Mother
Susan Bowman
Susan Bowman
April 4, 2013
Love and miss you Jon....you are heavy on my heart and mind tonight. Love you Jon and miss you more than I can express.
Always,
Your Step-Mom
Susan
March 27, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SON Miss you everyday. I know I will see you again so save a place for me. LOVE YOU ALWAYS
Mom
Johnny Bowman
March 25, 2013
Jon another birthday is almost here. I am on the rig looking at your picture feeling very sad. I sure wish I could boil up some crawfish for you on your birthday. Maybe you'll have some in Heaven. I am proud of everything you stood for but a big piece of my heart is missing. Miss you so much.
Dad
March 25, 2013
Jon here I am sitting in Nigeria looking at your picture. I'm feeling very sad knowing your birthday is just a couple days away and we can't celebrate it togather. I'd boil you some crawfish if you were here. I'm very proud of you but a big piece of my heart is missing. Love and miss you.
Dad
Charles/Phillip Mosley
March 7, 2013
Jon Eric , My Son Jesse was was in the 1/6 and I know your Mom , Thank you for your Service and Sacrifice, your name and picture has been on my tool box at work for some time, Semper Fidelis Son, rest in God's Peace , America Home of Free because of the brave like you ! Phillip/ Mo, Marine Dad x 2
December 22, 2012
Love and miss you Jon. Merry Christmas in your heavenly home. Miss you son!
Love,
Dad and Susan
A Lady in
October 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. He was certainly a very handsome man. God bless him for his sacrifice and God bless his family. Lady in America.
October 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. He was certainly a very handsome man. God bless him for his sacrifice and God bless his family. Lady in America.
Captain Jon Bowman British Army
October 9, 2012
I have the date of my name sakes death in my diary as a reminder of the price some of us who serve have to pay. Rest in peace Jon.
October 6, 2012
Another year is getting ready to pass and I miss you more than anyone could ever know. I think of you every single day and wish you were still here. Just know that your Dad and I love and miss you more than life itself. Love you Jon and miss you beyond belief. I have met so many of your friends from your younger years, lately and God I am loving all the stories they are telling me about you! I have also met so many of the adults that were actually involved with baseball and me and your Dad have really enjoyed the stories they have told us about back in the day. Thank you for being who you were....what a great guy you were. Miss you Son!
Love always,
Susan
Your Step-Mom
August 28, 2012
Just want to say that I have been thinking about you a lot today......I love and miss you more that anyone could ever know. I know that heaven must be grand.....but earth is just not the same without you. Love you Step-Son....
Susan
Dad and Jon Eric
August 19, 2012
Jon Eric and me
August 19, 2012
Megan Bowman
August 14, 2012
I think of you everyday, but you're weighing heavy on my mind and heart tonight. I can't believe it will soon be 6 years since you've been gone. I still remember you as ÿøü were, I can still see that big, pretty smile and I can hear your laugh. I hope these memories never fade and will always be easy to hold on to. I will be forever grateful for what you did, and I will always wish you were here. God would only pick the best so young. I love you.
March 27, 2012
Jon well I am in Nigeria looking at your picture. March 27 will always be a special day in my heart. It should be a happy day celebrating your birthday, but without you it is a sad day. You will always be in our thoughts. We love and miss you. You will always be with us. Miss you so much.
Dad, Susan and Megan
March 27, 2012
Jon your Dad and I remember you each day, but today is a day that we miss you more than we can put into words. Love you buddy more than life. You are and always will remain in our hearts. Love you son!
Love Dad and Susan
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas MY HERO MY SON
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
MOM
Peggy Childers
October 10, 2011
October 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Jon E. Bowman:
Please accept my remembrance of Jon on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Memorial for LCpl Jon Eric Bowman
October 9, 2011
It has been five long years but it still seems like it was yesterday.So many people have called and message me they all MISS you so much not a day goes by that you are not REMEMBERED and HONORED. Makes a MAMA PROUD of MY HERO MY SON. Just know that I LOVE YOU so much and MISS YOU each and everyday.
Love, MOM
September 28, 2011
Jon Eric we love and miss you more than we can express. 5 years has gone by so quickly....but we have thought about you each and everyday. Thank you Son for all that you stood for and all that you did, not only for us, but, for what you did for your country. Thank you Son....we love and miss you. Dad and the girls.
Sherry Nutt
September 27, 2011
To Jill and Family,
May God bless you and give you peace, strength and comfort. Your son is our Hero and we will never forget his sacrifice, for us. Rest In Peace LCpl. Jon Eric Bowman, Heaven Deployed, Never Forgotten~
Jack Holbrook
July 8, 2011
Jon was in my Platoon in boot camp and ironically enough I was also there in Ramadi, Iraq where he passed away back in 2006. Im sorry that it has taken me a long time to respond. But Jon SEMPER FIDELIS have a drink with "Chesty" for me
Sgt. Jack Holbrook
March 31, 2011
March 31, 2011
AnnahMarie Ramsey
March 24, 2011
im a little late, but Jon Eric i miss you so much! all the years i was with mamaw lou; all of yall became family! i love you so muchh! and i miss you tons! i wish i could get just one more hug from you and for you to tell me.. your a beautiful girl annahmarie, call me if you ever need me. i miss the way you used to swing me and the way that i always felt safe around you. you always brought a smile to my face! i just wish i had one more day with you jon, you were like my big brave cousin and i miss it soo much, i love you. rest in peace.
March 16, 2011
Thank you for your sacrifice. May you rest in peace and your family find comfort.
angel lafite
January 13, 2011
I have never met you but I would just like to thnk you for everything you have done
December 25, 2010
Well today has come and gone without you again but your spirit is always with me you are always in my heart. MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU. MERRY CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN.
LOVE YOU,
MOM
December 24, 2010
Jon we are thinking of you on this special day. Wish you were here to celebrate Christmas with us, but you have greater things to do in your heavenly home. We love and miss you son.
Dad and Susan
Bryant Carroll
November 29, 2010
I just met your mother Lance CPL. Bowman and found out what a gold star mother is. I am a avid supporter of our great military and many friends serving at home and over seas. Thank you so, so much for your sacrifice. I can never repay the dept I and my fellow Americans owe you. Thank you
Bryant Carroll
November 29, 2010
I did not know you Lance Corp. Bowman, but I just met you mother and I wanted to express my gratitude for your sacrifice. I hope you have found peace, you very much diserve it.
Johnny W. Bowman
October 15, 2010
Jon Eric
October 9th has come and gone and that is a very sad day for me. Sure wish you were here so I could talk to you in person, but you are not. I miss you so much son. I am very proud of you for your fight against terror, but that still doesn't make the pain that I have go away. This will always be in my heart. Jon I know your are in heaven looking down on us and I will see you again one day.
Jacob Makowiecki
October 13, 2010
Bowman,
All I can say is thank you for always being there when I needed someone to talk to. all the fun times we had. you more then a great friend you were a brother that I will never forget. I miss you bro.
Peggy Childers
October 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Jon E. Bowman:
Remembering Jon on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Robert Falbo
March 11, 2010
Bowman,
I cant even start to tell you how much i miss you,You would think after these years have passed it would get better but the truth is the pain is still there from oct 9 2006, I just wanted to come here and thank you so much for being such a good friend, a good team member , a good leader, and an awesome marine. We had some times I will never forget, and you will never be forgotten,I miss you Brother
Michael Schott
March 4, 2010
Dear Bowman Family,
One day during a heavy downpour, in Jacksonville NC, I found a memorial bracelet with your son's name on it( as well as Sgt Arechaga and Pfc Feniello. That was about a year ago and I still have that bracelet. I think of your son's sacrifice and bravery on that day and when I saw his picture today, I wish he was in your arms right now. Thank you for producing such a fine young man. This country is great because of families like yours. God Bless
SSgt McKeever
October 11, 2009
Bowman,
Although you are no longer down here with us you are still a big part of every Marine from the platoon's (Cold Steel 1)life and we think about you daily. It brings a smile to face every time I think about when your Mom had me running around Jacksonville looking for you, but that just shows how much she loves you. Continue to watch over us like you have.
SSgt
October 9, 2009
My Son My HERO I MISS you so much I know you are with me each and everyday watching over all of us.When it's my time I know I will see that smile and beautiful blue eyes that I've been missing these past three years.Just know how PROUD I'm of you and you are always in my HEART and on my mind.One day we will be together until then I will have to CARRY ON without you.
LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH!
MOM
October 9, 2009
Jon Eric just want you to know that you are truly missed!It's been 3 years since you were taken from us and not a day goes by without you going thru my mind I will never forget our talk right before you flew out going back over Iraq. I cherish the life of my daughter Taylor and son Dylan for I feel as if you gave your own to protect them from the bad people of the world. So I just wanted you to know that we miss you very much and thank you for protecting us and we will see you again one day!!
Love you,
Dusty,Janda,Dylan, & Taylor
Susan Bowman
October 7, 2009
We love you Jon and we miss you more than words can express.....as this day passes so does the time we have to spend on this earth without you. We shall see you soon son, in a much better place. We love and miss you, more than words can express.....
Your Step-Mom and Dad
Susan and Johnny Bowman
Me and my son
May 1, 2009
My Hero
May 1, 2009
Kenna Larra
March 5, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Terri Myers
November 13, 2008
Jill,
I just wanted to say what a special lady you are to have raised such a remarkable young man. Jon Eric will never be forgotten and I promise that I will always honor his sacrifice, I will honor his life. I would also like to thank you for sharing stories with me about him, I only wish I would have been able to meet him. It breaks my heart that you no longer have him here physically but I do know that you have him with you always in your heart. Thank you for sharing your stories, your memories, opening your heart to me and others so that we can get a chance to know Jon Eric through you. I will help you keep his memory alive.
You are and always be a part of our 1/6 family.
Armando Rodriguez
November 11, 2008
To the family of Lcpl. Jon Eric Bowman, especially to his wife. There are no words to express your loss of your beloved son and husband. Today is Veterans Day 2008 and I wish to express that I would have liked for Lcpl. Jon Eric Bowman to be a Veteran and meet him. But we all know that he is in a better place with our Dear Lord God Almighty for Lcpl. Jon Eric is a gardian angel protecting us. I would have personaly liked to tell him... Thank You for serving in the marines for he gave the ultimate sacrifice. I am a high school teacher and I know several of my ex-students are now serving in Iraq and in Afganistan. Several of my ex-students are 21 years old just like Jon Eric. Two years ago he finally came home but in a very different way. His ultimate tribute and sacrifice will never be forgotten. I'm sure with many of the pictures Jon Eric's family has will always be cherished. I'm also a photograher and I have captured many family memories. I view Jon Eric's pictures, and I can tell that he has a great family that will never forget him. I, Armando Rodriguez from Mission, Texas wished to have met Lcpl Jon Eric Bowman and express my sincere thank you for his mission that he accomplished in life and as a great Marine of the United States. My wife and I along with the family express our condolences to the Bowman family and his wife. My nephew is also a marine and is in Iraq as well as many of my ex-students and I pray for them. I would like to pray for Lcpl. Jon Eric Bowman for he is a true hero. I am Catholic and I will light up a candle in his memory at a Shrine called, The Basilca of San Juan located in San Juan, Texas. I am writing all the way from south Texas and would like for everybody to know that every serviceman are our true heros. Every serviceman that is now with our Lord God Almighty deserves every respect in nature for they will never be forgotten. I hope to vist one day Sharon Cemetery at Sharon Community LA. , but I can't find the place in the map. I would like to place one day flowers on Jon Eric's final resting place. God Bless Lcpl. Jon Eric Bowman for all of his endevors. May he rest in peace and may God Almighty some how comfort the Bowman family forever. All my regards and prayers, Mr. Armando Rodriguez. God Bless You!
In Memory of Jon ~ (Debra Estep)
October 10, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jon, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Brendan Quigley
October 9, 2008
Though I never knew you in life I know of your sacrifice in death. Thank you for having the courage to fight for our freedom Jon. Rest Easy Marine
Peggy Childers
September 22, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. Jon E. Bowman:
Jon gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
crystal dison lee
August 23, 2008
we all miss u so much i remember the last time i seen u i didnt talk to u but i wish i would have that was not to long before u left
Elizabeth Walters
August 18, 2008
Hey Jon we will always be thinging of you...you were always there for me and my husband when ever we needed someone to talk to...you will be greatly missed
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 5, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to LCpl Jon E. Bowman our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Jon. And to Jon it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the Corps and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Jon, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,385 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Jon’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Johnny Bowman
June 11, 2008
Hey Jon. Today is your little sis's birthday. I am happy for her, but also feeling extremely sad because I can't give you a birthday party. This pain will never go away, and I don't want it too. There have been so many things done in your honor. (Like naming the baseball field BOWMAN FIELD). That is a great honor and the Bowman family appreciates everything done in LCpl Bowman honor. Jon you are a true American Hero. You are in my heart always,
Love Dad
the Buck family
June 10, 2008
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Jon E. Bowman, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
June 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Bowman!
Susan bowman
May 27, 2008
Hey baby,
I just wanted to make an entry to let everyone know that you are still loved and missed. You are and always will remain our Hero. Thank you being such a special young man. Your Dad and I think and speak of you daily. We love you son and are looking forward to the day that we meet again.
Love Always,
Your Step-Mom
Susan
Dawn Bowman
February 19, 2008
Baby, I am thinking of you still everyday. You never leave my heart and thoughts. This never gets any better; especially today being our 3rd anniversary. I took myself out to eat today pretending that you were sitting with me; I know how that may sound, but it helps. Although my life goes on, my heart is still stuck in the past. I can't help but ask myself, "does this ever get easier" but I believe the answer is a simple "NO". Forever me and your family will live in sorrow of you loss. There is truely no way around it. But your memory overflows my thoughts and brings back happiness for me. I Love you with all my heart has to give plus some, forever & Ever my love. Your forever loving wife.
Kevin Falley
December 18, 2007
I am a Marine here right now, sending my love to all of my fallen brothers and brothers in arms, it is a pleasure to serve with each every one of you.
CeeCee Rockett
December 12, 2007
well i thought about u today.so i thought i would sign again.even though i u r gone u r never forgotten and will always b n my heart.
Sgt Richard Shedd
November 27, 2007
I would like to sign in to let you know i stopped by to pay my respects. You are the reason me and my marines are here today. You are a hero and made the ultimate sacrifice so 10 other marines could come home. I'll never forget what you did for me and my marines. Thank you
Jon Eric and Rebel in Virginia at the natural bridge
October 8, 2007
Jon Eric at Topsail beach in NC
October 8, 2007
Jon Eric and his dog Rebel
October 8, 2007
Our Honeymoon!!
Dawn Bowman
October 8, 2007
Jon Eric, tomorrow will be a year ago when I lost you...my love, my husband. What we had together was something most people never find in a lifetime and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I try and go on with my life but there is always "YOU" that is missing although I carry you with me in my heart. You were the greatest man I ever met, so heroic, shy, sweet, romantic, and always thinking of others. Baby, you were what I lived and breathed for and now it's like I have nothing. It was all taken away in a blink of an eye but I have to accept that it was your time. God needed you more than I. The only thing that keeps me going is knowing that the longer I live the closer I get to being with you again one day my love. But the next time it will be for eternity. You are truely my Hero, the love of my life. I love you with all my heart has to give baby. You are truely the stongest, bravest man I ever knew. I love you!!
Love your forever loving wife,
Leah Veatch
September 24, 2007
Words can't even begin to describe the Heroism that Cpl Bowman showed. I did not know him personally, but through his family, I learned of his wonderful heart and spirit. My heart will forever go out to everyone in his family and to all of his friends. May God embrace each and everyone of you daily!
Jessica Bankston
September 24, 2007
I can't believe that in a couple of weeks it will be a year since you have left us. I think of you all the time!! And I can't wait to see you again.I never got the chance to tell you how proud I was of you. YOU ARE MY HERO, and I know that you are watching over us. I love you Jon and miss you very much.
Love always your cousin,
August 17, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
August 1, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Bowman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Christy Maloney
March 30, 2007
Momma Jill, Dennis and Logan, im so sorry for your loss, i miss jon eric alittle more everyday, i know that it has been a long hard road for all of ya'll but just remember god never closes one door with out opening another. I love you all..
HM1 Christine Maloney
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 15, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
HB TOWNSEND
March 2, 2007
LISTEN.....THE SOUND OF TAPS. TAKE NOTE A MARINE IS DOWN. REMEMBER HIM, HONOR HIM. A VET FROM 1/6A-CO 2ND PLT. SEMPER FI
February 25, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Semper Fi...
Susan Watson
January 10, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your great marine. I, too, lost my 21 year old marine on Dec. 6, 2006. May God give your family peace and the strength to face each new day. May the memories of your son provide you with peace and the satisfaction of knowing that you raised a fine young man.
Glen Nevogt
January 7, 2007
“Paid in Full”
In Honor of The War Against Terrorism’s Fallen and Injured Marines
Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full
We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward
What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our minds we will cherish your lives
Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the few, the proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us
They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown
Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full
Ana
December 15, 2006
To the Family of Brave Jon E. Bowman
I am deeply sorry for his loss, he is a true hero and will always live in all your hearts.
carrick herron
November 24, 2006
as a fellow marine it saddens me to see a brother die. i am truly thankfull for all those like him who fought before me and never came back. we must never forget the freedom and comfort we live due to men such as these who give all they have to save others so they might live in freedom. god bless and be with your family this and every day. from a brother
pvt herron
semper fi we shall never forget our fallen brothers ohh rah
Sgt. jesse curtis
November 14, 2006
Mrs. jill and mr. dennis
i love you with all my heart. to me you are like my second parents. jon eric was my brother. even though i moved and me and jon eric never got around to doing as much stuff as we did he was always with me. we did talk on the phone when we could and everytime we would get off we would tell each other we loved each other. when i was deployed he called and that was his first words as soon as i answered. and to this day he is still my brother and i still love him and yall. please dont ever forget me, because you know i will never forget you love you always
SGT. jesse a. curts
November 13, 2006
my prayers go out to jon eric's family.i am so sorry
THOMAS AND MICHELLE LAY
November 12, 2006
FOR MY MARINE BROTHER. JON ERIC WILL ALWAYS BE SPECIAL TO US. ALWAYS A HERO!!! AND WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM!!! HE GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!! MY LITTLE GIRL STILL CONTINUES TO PRAY FOR HIM. BUT WE KNOW HE'S SAFE NOW. SIMPER FI!
Patricia Lee
November 1, 2006
Dawn,
You are in our thought and prayers.
Patricia, Jenny, and Crystal
CeeCee Rockett
November 1, 2006
I will miss him dearly,and he will
always be in my heart.
Stephanie Barfield
October 30, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
May God Bless your family during this time. I Lost my brother 9/1/05
in Iraq (Ssgt. George R. Drauhn Jr. naive of Shreveport, La). I promise the days will get easier!
Dawn Farley
October 28, 2006
I want to thank everyone for the prayers, kind words and the generosity shown to us during this sad time. You have lifted me up when I was too weak to stand on my own. Please know that I appreciate your kindness. Your generosity has been overwhelming. All we need now are your continued prayers. Please keep our family in your prayers.
So many of you have asked about the memorial funds. Two memorial funds have been set up in Jon Eric’s name:
Jon Eric Bowman Memorial Fund
Summerfield High School
4200 Highway 9,
Summerfield, LA 71079
telephone (318) 927-3621
Jon Eric Bowman Memorial Fund
Chase Bank – Eastside Branch
111 Old Bastrop Road, Monroe, LA 71203
telephone (318) 345-8456
These funds are going to be used to create memorials in our community in Jon Eric’s name. We will always be reminded of his love and the sacrifice that he made for us. He is our hero.
Dawn Farley Bowman – proud wife of Jon Eric
Jill Puckett
October 28, 2006
I would like to Thank each and everyone that has signed and payed their respects in honor of my son. He has touched so many lives and will continue to do so. Words can't even express my feelings of my brave HERO. I will always have a void in my heart for my son but I know we will meet again and oh how that will be a glorius day. Please keep remembering us in your hearts and prayers.
Sincerely, PROUD MARINE MOM OF LCpl JON E. BOWMAN
My address is 812 sharon Rd. Dubach La. No# 318-353-6418
Nancy Propheter
October 27, 2006
Jill & family,
Words can't even describe the emotions and feelings all of us Marine Moms are experiencing with your loss. May God strength you in the coming days and yes, you should be very very proud of your Marine!
God Be With You!
Hugs to you!
Linda (McGee) Weldon
October 23, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our prayers are that God's Mercy and Grace will comfort you in the days ahead. Thank you, Jon, for being willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice for peace and freedom, both here and around the world. Enjoy the glories of Heaven and the crowns you have earned.
Johnny Bowman
October 22, 2006
Thank you all for your kind words. I know that Jon was a proud Marine. He lived and died for what he believed in. He would be honored by all the kind words you have posted. We will always have a sadness in our hearts, but we know that Jon would not change anything. He was following his heart and standing with his "brothers". May God Bless and Keep You All. Johnny Bowman
Paula Moreno
October 18, 2006
To the family of Lcpl. Jon Bowman,
I am one of the sisters of Lcpl. John Hale, also lost recently. I cry for you, as I cry for myself and my own family. As you'll hear many times for a while, there are no words that can express this sorrow. In my brother's words on his myspace, he said that if something happened over there we should know that he was not alone.
Jon is in heaven now and he is not alone there. He is at rest and out of this war.
I considered coming to the services, but I am just not strong enough right now.
May God Bless you and keep you safe.
LINDA PATRICK
October 18, 2006
To The Family and Friends of:
Jon Eric Bowman....My Family Would
Like To Send Their Heartfelt Love
And Sympathy To Each And Everyone
Of You On The Loss Of Jon Eric..
We Thank Him For His Loyality To
This Country And To His Fellow Man.
May God Take Care Of Him Now.
Please Look To The Heavens For The
Peace In Your Hearts. We Shall
Never, Never Forget That He Gave
His Life So That We Might Have The
Freedoms We Have. God Bless...
Don Elseroad
October 18, 2006
In recognition of LCpl Jon E. Bowman's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
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