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Peggy Bowman Obituary

Peggy Bowman, who loved the Lord Jesus Christ and is now with Him in Heaven, passed away at the City of Hope on September 3, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 30, 1935 in Los Angeles, Calif. She graduated from Whittier College and taught school at Rio Hondo High School as a math teacher and High School Counselor until she retired. She married Glen Bowman in 1956. They lived in Arcadia, Calif. and spent time at a second home in the Desert area. Then they made their home at Chaparral Country Club in Palm Desert in the early 90's. Glen passed away in 1999. Peggy was very active in the Chaparral Woman's Golf Club. She was president of the Women's Golf Club and then served on the board for many years after. She is survived by her long time companion, Vee Syracuse, whom she loved dearly; and her son, David Bowman and his wife, Wendy. Peggy will be truly missed by all her close friends and all that knew her. Peggy was a lady of real class, soft spoken easy to be with and always enjoying life to the fullest. A Memorial Service was held on September 10, 2010 at Sacred Heart in Palm Desert.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Sep. 11 to Sep. 16, 2010.

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WarrenABarnhart

December 20, 2023

Mrs Bowman was a significant force in my life. She pointed out that I was lazy and should be doing much better than a C average. It took a while but that observation changed my life. I am saddened at her passing

Lisa Neville

September 27, 2010

Dear David,
I don't know if you will remember me, but your mother and mine are very close, very old friends. As you and I are the same age, we used to play together when our families visited. Peggy was also my Godmother and we have stayed in touch all these years. The last was when we exchanged Christmas cards last year. Both my mother, Laura Lou Neville, and I wanted to write to you, but neither of us have an address. Your mother was always exceptionally kind to me, she remembered me every year and she helped me more than she knew when I was an adolescent. I cannot imagine how difficult it is to lose your parents - please accept all my sympathy. I loved Peggy and will always be grateful to her for the love she showed me. I wish you and all those who love her comfort in these days.
Your childhood friend, Lisa Neville

Jonne Swan

September 12, 2010

Peggy Sue, How I will miss you!!!
I can't believe your are gone. My heart goes out to all that knew and loved you because this is a great loss for us all. You were my friend for so many years and I loved you so very much. Save a place for me, I will see you again one day

Hillary Stone

September 11, 2010

I will miss Peggy's warm compassionate friendship. My condolences to the family.

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