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Colonel Joseph Carroll Bowen

Carlisle, PA - Colonel Joseph Carroll Bowen, 66, passed away peacefully in his sleep Monday, July 8th, at his residence in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 18th at Linwood United Methodist Church in Lexington, North Carolina, with the Rev. Ed Armfield Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the service.

Born in Asheville, North Carolina, Joe was the only son of the late Carroll Bowen and Lucille Fox. Joe was married to the late Donna Stokes and is survived by their loving daughters, Erin Wheeler and Jennifer Greanias; three grandchildren; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Rachel and Frank Stokes of Lexington, North Carolina; and a host of loving friends, neighbors, and colleagues.

In 1976, Joe graduated from Appalachian State University and later went on to earn Masters' degrees from Pepperdine University, Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government, and Salve Regina University. As an Army officer, Colonel Bowen served his country with distinction during peace and war and retired after 30 years of honorable service. Upon retiring from the military, Joe embarked on a career as a realtor for 13 years, seven of which were spent with Remax 1st Advantage. Joe was a loyal friend and dedicated family man whose determination, unmatched work ethic, and sharp intellect, were second only to his love of country, belief in doing what's right, and, above all, generosity.

In-lieu-of flowers, donations can be made to the Disabled American Veterans, Newport Chapter 49, New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania or Linwood United Methodist Church, Lexington, North Carolina.

Online Condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net

Published by Asheville Citizen-Times on Jul. 17, 2013.
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I am so sorry to hear about Joe. We were classmates at Appalachian and were also close friends as well. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May God Bless them.

Jim Caldwell

August 11, 2013

Family, I am so saddened by the news of Joe's passing. I went to Woodfin and Erwin with Joe and last saw him at the reunion four years ago. We are planning our reunion for next year and will miss Joe so much. He was always such a good friend and always had a compliment for the girls. My prayers go out for the family at this time. May all the good memories help you through the days ahead.

Judy (Sheppard) Warren

July 23, 2013

To Joe's family; I just learned of Joe's passing and I am so sorry. He was a classmate at Erwin High School. I always liked him and had a good time with him at our 45th reunion. He will certainly be missed next year at our 50th.
With great Sympathy,
Freda Duckett Nodine

Freda Nodine

July 22, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7.

J G

July 19, 2013

Our hearts are saddened to hear of Joe's passing! I ( Judy Hawkins Owenby) and my husband ( Clarence Owenby) went to High School with Joe and I was in the High School Band with him! We haven't seen or heard from him since his graduation! He was such a Gentleman and always made you laugh! What a tribute he gave to his country and family! Our most sincere sympathy to all the family! Our prayer is for God's Peace and Comfort during this time! May God keep you safe and in His care! Sincerely, Judy and Clarence Owenby

Clarence & Judy Owenby

July 18, 2013

To Joe's family...It is with great sadness that I write this note. I have known Joe forever. We attended Woodfin Elementary, Clyde A. Erwin High School, and Appalachian together. Joe could always make me laugh. He was clever and funny, but always kind and sweet. We last saw each other at our 45th high school reunion. Joe will be dearly missed at our 50th next year. May your memories bring some kind of peace during this time of sorrow.

Terry DeWeese Fabrizi

July 17, 2013

To Joe Bowen's family: I was a old friend from our Appalachian State Un. days in the 1966/67.He was always a good buddy and friend to all Bill Hester 9249 Hampton Oaks Lane Charlotte,N.C.28270

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