David Eli Bowen

1960 - 2017

David Eli Bowen obituary, 1960-2017, Williamston, NC

BORN

1960

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Biggs Funeral Home, LLC. - Williamston

302 West Main Street

Williamston, North Carolina

David Bowen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 17, 2017.

David Eli Bowen, 56, passed away on Friday April 14, 2017. The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 3:00 PM at Biggs Funeral Home Chapel with Greg Sexton officiating burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

David was the son of Iris Kirkland and the late Howard Bowen. He was retired from Martin County School System where he taught Health and PE; He had a love for ECU sports especially football and baseball. David graduated from ECU in 1984. He also attended Chowan College for 1 year where he played baseball. He was a faithful member of Macedonia Christian Church.

On June 27, 1987 he married Lisa Watson Bowen who survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are daughters Courtney Bowen of Wilmington, and Erin Bowen of Raleigh, mother Iris B Kirkland of Williamston, sister Cathy Critcher and husband James of Williamston, and two beloved dogs Sampson and Oliver.

The family will receive friends at Biggs Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2:00 to funeral time and other times at the home 1450 Bear Trap Road. They also would like for everyone to dress casual in purple and gold in his memory.

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April 23, 2017

Kathy Beck

It was a shock to hear of David's passing. I will always have memories of working with him at Martin County Schools. He was a good friend/ colleague. Heaven is richer with him there. We will meet again one day. God, bless his family, as I know their hearts are broken. Strengthen them by the good memories they carry inside. The world's loss is heaven's gain.

April 20, 2017

Dickie Pearce

We just heard of David's passing yesterday from a friend from Williamston. Aunt Iris, Lisa, Courtney, and Erin, we are so sorry for your loss. David and I were very close. I had the unique pleasure of teaching him at Bear Grass while doing my student teaching. I lived with he, Aunt Iris, and Uncle Howard. He was one of the kindest people I knew and I am proud to say he was my cousin. May God strengthen you and bless you all. He awaits us all. Love, Dickie, Karen Pearce and family

April 20, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you. His example was written in the Bible to give us hope. Rom. 15:4

April 19, 2017

Theresa Bell

Lisa, Courtney and Erin. Sending love and hugs in abundance. Keeping each of you in my thoughts and prayers.

April 19, 2017

Debbie Sewell

Lisa, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's unexpected passing. I am speechless and share the pain with you and your family. Please know I am praying for peace and comfort for you and your daughters.

April 18, 2017

Cynthia Mooring

I was so sorry to hear about David. I arwanted you to know that since I heard it I have been lifting you and your girls up in prayer.

April 18, 2017

Erica Shoulders-Royster

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Lisa.

April 18, 2017

Linda Brown

Lisa I am so sorry...just saw this my heart goes out to you...praying

April 18, 2017

Larry Mewborn

Am very sorry to learn of the passing of David. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

April 18, 2017

Bridget Bilbro

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.

April 18, 2017

Regi Bolen

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the Bowen family in this difficult time. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

April 18, 2017

Jacob Meetze Sr

My condolences to The Bowen Family.

April 18, 2017

Vivian Roberson Bedwell

My sincere sympathy to wife, daughters, mother, and sister. My heart is sad for all who knew and loved David. He was a delight to be around and was one of the most personable guys I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will remember David for his smile and kind ways. God bless the Bowen Family as you say good-bye to a husband, father, son, brother, friend, and former coworker. Heaven will be even more beautiful with David there. R.I.P David. You will never be forgotten.

April 18, 2017

June & Horace Ray

We are so sorry for your loss. May God hold each of you close and give you comfort during this time of sorrow.

April 18, 2017

Tyrana Battle

My thoughts and prayers are extended to the Bowen family during your hour of sorrow. May God continue to watch over each one of you as you deal with this passing in your own unique way. I especially want to uplift Lisa during this hour of sorrow with the strength and support needed to endure the long run. May you find peace in the numerous memories you have shared with your husband, David. Please know that your NELA-Doctoral family share in your pain and grief.

Tyrana Banks Battle and family

Posted by Tyrana Battle

April 18, 2017

Agape Sunday School Class Piney Grove Baptist Church

The Agape Sunday School Class of Piney Grove Baptist Church would like to extend our sincerest sympathies to the Family of David Bowen. It is always hard to let go but heaven is a better place.

April 18, 2017

EDenise Brown

Erin, you and your family remain in our prayers with much love. Your EC team at Lead Mine

April 17, 2017

Susie Beach

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that all of you can find comfort in your precious memories.

April 17, 2017

Teicher Patterson

Lisa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. During this difficult time of reflection, know that the memories of your husband will forever live on.

April 17, 2017

Fannie Williams

You have my deepest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you and keep you.

April 17, 2017

Kay Damren

So sorry of your loss; I am out of town for the week, but you and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and the strength to endure and may his memory guide you and the girls through out your lives. God Bless.

April 17, 2017

Tim/Susan Barber

We are so sorry for your loss. We have you and the girls in our thoughts and prayers.

April 17, 2017

Pat Woolard & Sonny Williams

We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for precious memories and God's peace to help you through this difficult time. Our hearts go out to each of you! We love you!!

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