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Robert BOWDEN Obituary

BOWDEN, Robert M., 76, of Lake Placid, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday afternoon, December 4, 2012, at the Highlands Regional Medical Center in Sebring. He was born in Washington, DC, on October 31, 1936 to parents, Eunice (Mason) and William T. Bowden, Jr. Robert served his country in the US Navy serving on the USS Forrestal Aircraft Carrier CV-59. He moved to Lake Placid in 2003 from Ft. Lauderdale after retiring from the transportation industry. Mr. Bowden enjoyed his ham radio, fishing, football, was an avid Dolphins fan and loved spending time with family and friends. Robert was a member and Deacon of the Eastside Christian Church of Lake Placid. Mr. Bowden was preceded in death by his loving wife, Janet; son, Timothy; and is survived by his loving companion, Elinor; son, Robert Bowden (Alison); step daughters, Diane Castanien (Craig) and Susan Cosens; grandsons, Mark and Mason Bowden; and step granddaughter, Elizabeth Cosens. A service to celebrate Robert's life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 8, 2012, at the Eastside Christian Church of Lake Placid, 101 Peace Avenue, Lake Placid, with Pastor Ray Culpepper officiating. The family suggest donations be made in Robert's memory to the Eastside Christian Church. Words of comfort to the family and a video tribute of Robert's life can be seen by visiting www. scottfuneralservices.com Cremation arrangements entrusted with the Scott Funeral Home, 504 W. Interlake Blvd. Lake Placid, FL 33852, 863-465-4134.

Published by TBO.com on Dec. 7, 2012.
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Dearest Elinor,Bob's family and Elinor's family - we will miss this sweet, quiet and gentle man at our weekly Main Street Restaurant Sunday Morning Breakfast Bunch. His boyish smile shined so brightly showing just how happy he and Elinor have been this past year. God Bless and give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Know that Bob is very happy being with his loved ones and most of all, Jesus.

Doris & Don Cunningham

December 8, 2012

We were so sorry to hear about Bob's passing but on the other hand rejoicing he knew Jesus as his Lord and Savior. We will always remember the times of laughter we all had together. . . .and there were many! May our Lord Jesus hold you up and give you more strength each day.

S C & Janet Couch

December 7, 2012

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