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Christopher Bowman Obituary

Christopher Bowman
Jul 29, 1965 - Jul 10, 2013
Resident of San Jose
Chris was a long time Bay Area resident, living in Hayward, Newark, Fremont, and San Jose. He was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors.
Chris loved his family. He is survived by his parents, Charles & Bonita Bowman, his two sisters and their families along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He will be missed.
The family prefers donations in Chris' name be made to Hope Services (www.hopeservices.org).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Jul. 14, 2013.

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Tim C

July 29, 2013

I've known Chris for many years - it was always good to see him when he came by SNL, truly sad news about his passing. For him and his family we pay for peace. God Bless.

July 22, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, my love and prayers go out to you all.

Dennis Burke

July 21, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Debbie Byrkit

July 18, 2013

Im so sorry for this loss, it is just terrible. Words can not express what im feeling for your family, I knew Chris since a little boy...My heart and prayers go out to all of you!

Cindy

July 17, 2013

Praying for the family!

Pete & Sue Peart

July 15, 2013

Chuck, Bonita, Carol, and Kimmy sorry to hear about Chris. Grandpa will show him all the hot fishing holes and Grandama will feed him well.

July 15, 2013

Rest in piece sweet Christopher! I love You!Your cousins Stacy & Kenneth

July 15, 2013

Our prayers to all of you who loved this young man and may he rest in peace with our Heavenly Father. Love Bill and Gerri

Robert & Shirley Worth

July 15, 2013

Our love for Chris will be in our heart for ever as will his memory. we are so sorry for your loss.

Robert & Shirley Worth

July 15, 2013

The love we hold in our hearts for Chris will be there for ever - as his memory will be. our love is with you all in your time of sorrow.

Debbie Sinay

July 15, 2013

I met Chris once at Fat's Asian Bistro. The family was coming from Tahoe and stopped by Folsom. He sat next to me and we chatted a little. I'm so sorry for his loss and my prayers are with Bonita, Chuck and Caroline and the other sister. I love this family... :)

Sharon Garibaldi

July 15, 2013

Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this time of loss. May our God who gives us peace give it to you abundantly, and may the memories of your brother give you strength to carry you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Sharon Garibaldi

Gary & Linda McGowan

July 15, 2013

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Wish we could be there with you all. Much love.

Lisa Pendleton

July 15, 2013

Prayers for Chris may he enjoy fishing in the Great beyond.
Much love & prayers to Carol, Kim & Mom & Dad Bowman in this time of loss.

Syl Judkins

July 15, 2013

We are so sorry for the families loss, we dont know Chris but do know Carol very well. Our love and prayers go out to all of you at this time. May the Lord's comforting hand cover you and keep you through this time. Love the Judkins Family

Brandon

July 14, 2013

I only knew Chris for a short time, but I can say that he was one of the happiest people I have ever met. He had a positive outlook on things that was just infectious. My condolences to his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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