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James Bowen Obituary

James Hoyle Bowen PORTSMOUTH - James Hoyle Bowen, 48, died Nov. 2, 2010 in his home. Survivors include his parents, James S. and Jean Bowen; two children, Sharon Lee and James Bowen, and their mother, Robin; one brother, Billy Bowen; and five grandchildren. There will be a private memorial service. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 5, 2010.

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Jean Bowen

November 17, 2010

For my loving Son Jim .Son it has been a week since you left us . Oh Jim , this house is so empty without you and the lonliness is beyond words. I love you . I miss you telling me " good night Mom I love you " when I would go to bed at night. LOVE YOU SON !!!!

Joyce Harris

November 10, 2010

I love you Jean , Jimmy and Bill . Jean when I talk to you on the phone I will miss Jim saying "is that aunt Jo , tell her I said hello and I love her "

Monica Manley

November 9, 2010

Mr. Bowen was a kind and sweet man.He always had a smile on his face,he will be missed. My god bless you and guide you through this sad time.

Denise Marriner

November 9, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cecelia Woods

November 5, 2010

So sorry for your loss !!!

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