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ROBERT E. "BOB" BOWEN

ROBERT E. "BOB" BOWEN obituary

ROBERT BOWEN Obituary

BOWEN, ROBERT "BOB" E. Sept. 25, 1948 to Sept. 16, 2010 Robert Bowen was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma in 1948. The Bowen family moved to California in 1953. Bob served his Country as a Vietnam Veteran in the U.S. Army 1969. Bob could always be found at Bob Bowen's Automotive Service, in La Mesa. He owned "The Shop" since 1977. Bob was an active member of the local community. He loved motorcycles, dancing and hot rods. Bob is survived by his mother Lydia D. Bowen, significant other Nita Gatlin, daugher Tammy L. Reynolds, grandchildren McKenzie and Hunter Reynolds, and brothers Richard E., Rodger E., and Russell E. Bowen. Preceded in death by son Trent E. and father Walter W. Bowen. "Celebration of Life" party September 25, 2010 at the Flinn Springs Inn, El Cajon, 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Rady Children's Hospital or the American Cancer Society.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Sep. 24, 2010.

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Albert Trudeau

October 20, 2010

I have been taking my automobiles to Bob's shop since 1995... and I'll still keep bringing 'em in there! Bob was a very honest and warm person. His shop has given me the greatest service of any shop that I've ever been in. The employees have always been very friendly and helpful. I was shaken terribly when I heard the (bad) news. I pray that he is at peace now and reunited with his son. We'll miss you Bob! Oh, and Joseph, be strong! I'll be bringing in the cars this weekend for some more service. God Bless!

September 27, 2010

I had the pleasure of working for Bob a few years ago. He was a real stand up guy, Iam going to miss him. Robert Corio.

Raymond Miera

September 26, 2010

Bob will always be remembered and loved through out the entire valley muffler family .Rest In Peace

September 25, 2010

To the dear loved ones of Bob Bowen,

Just want you to know that I was Bob's landlady at the Bob Bowen's
Automotive Service in La Mesa. Never have I have I had a more pleasant and caring tenant in all the years I have leased my property! He even solved all the problems of my own car!

May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord!!
And~~ may all of you be comforted in your time of sorrow!

Estelle "Libby" Kennedy & Family

Darren

September 25, 2010

Very sorry to read this. Bob took care of a bunch of limousines for us. They are specialty vehicles so his local expertise was appreciated, not to mention they took up much space there. Bob was always service oriented and honest. I trust he has found heaven.

Jerry Kubitsky

September 24, 2010

My wife, Sandy had only met with Bob when delivering or picking up a car or transmission for us to work on. When she heard about his passing, she came in to tell me she was in tears. Bob was able to touch people and make them feel like they were his old friends, even if they just met. I will miss him. He was a great person.
Jerry Kubitsky
Summit Transmissions

September 24, 2010

Bob was one of the first guys I met when I came here a little over a year ago. And he was always fun to see. I always looked for him when I was out at the hacienda. Haven't seen him in about 6-8 months. Seemed like a great guy to me. I'll miss him.

Pat McWilliams

Jennifer Hagerty

September 24, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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