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Carol Bowen Obituary
Born in Biddeford, ME, a daughter of the late Perry S. and Cecelia D. (Griffin) Norman, she lived in Warwick before moving to West Warwick in 1975. In 1957 she received a bachelor's degree in education from Keene Teachers College and a master's degree in 1962 from the University of Connecticut.
Her career in elementary education began as a teacher in the Groton Public Schools from 1958-1969. She then worked as a substitute teacher for the Warwick School Department until 1982. In 1984 she began teaching at St. Kevin's School in Warwick where she served as Principal from 1992 until her retirement in 2001. Since retiring she has worked part-time as a librarian at St. Francis School in Warwick and at St. Joseph's School in West Warwick.
She was a member of Beta Chapter of RI Alpha Delta Kappa, an honorary society of women educators, where since 1982 she has held numerous chapter and state offices. She was a member of the Pawtuxet Valley Preservation and Historical Society, the Audubon Society and the Greenwich Bay Power Squadron.
She is survived by her stepson Mark S. Bowen and his wife Gail of West Greenwich, her two grandsons Gregory A. and Jeffrey S. Bowen and her cousin Patricia A. Halpin of Falmouth, ME and her children Mary Beth, Debra and Timothy Halpin, Carol Ann Harrison and Julie Pearson. She was the sister of the late Joyce M. Norman.
Funeral from the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick Tuesday at 8:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Josep'hs Church, Providence St., West Warwick at 9:30. Calling hours Monday 4-8 PM. Burial will be private. Donations in her memory may be made to the RI Community Food Bank, 200 Niantic Ave., Providence, RI 02907 or to the Carol T. Bowen Scholarship Fund, c/o Shiela Durante, Superintendent of Schools, Catholic School Office, 1 Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Bowen
Marie Foley Ahlert
December 8, 2008
Dear Mark and Gail,
So sorry to read of the passing of your mom. Sounds to me like she was some wonderful woman.
God gave us memories for a reason.
Cherish each and every one.
Love, Marie
matthew silva
December 6, 2008
we miss you everyday love you and hope you and know you are watching over us
Diana Sheehan
November 28, 2008
I was lucky to meet Carol about two years ago.What impressed me the most was her honesty and sincerity. She will be missed by so many people whose lives she touched. I feel blessed to have known her and offer my sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Diana Sheehan
Ann, Jenna Sousa
November 20, 2008
Not everyday do you get the chance to know someone as caring and loving to our children as Carol Bowen was to all of ours. She shared with each and every child her love for life, God, and family. During her time at St. Joseph's school as our librarian, she ran a book club after school. Every week, she made sure that they all had a drink and a snack that she provided. These children all grew to love her like she was their grandmother. I looked around the church at her funeral mass and saw the tears pouring from many children's eyes and I shared in their pain. She will truly be missed by all but I know that God will take care of her know like she took care of everyone while she was here.
Noreen and Keith Litchfield
November 19, 2008
Paul and Carol invited my husband and I for an overnight on their sailboat. We had only just met them, but they welcomed us as long-time friends. We bought a sailboat just like their's and enjoyed cruising with them for several years. I'll always remember Carol's smile.
Courtney Rusnak
November 19, 2008
Mrs. Bowen was the nicest woman. She was my prinicipal, when I was in elementary school at St. Kevins. She will truly be missed.
Susan & Peter Quackenbush, Charlie Winkler, Bea
November 19, 2008
As friends from RI Yacht Club, Carol and Paul were dear friends. As the years went by we missed them more and more. Our prayers are with your family.
Matthew Silva
November 18, 2008
mrs.bowen was the best library teacher. she met us at the door with a smile. she cheered us up when we were down. she was a staff member of st. joseph's school in west warwick. she did her job and she did it with a smile. mrs.bowen was also the leader of the book club at sjs. mrs.bowen iwill miss you and you will always be in my heart. you were a freiend to me. i did nit lose just a teacher but a friend. as i played as a honor guard today it brought back memberies about you. you were a spical person in my life that is why i cried. i will miss you. you were like a family member to me. lossing you was like lossing a grandparent. you are in a better place now. no libary teacher will ever ever replace you. love always matthew silva
Zachary Bishop
November 18, 2008
Mrs.Bowen,
You are an amazing person during you're time of illness you were in our thoughts and prayers.Watching you're body being carried befor my own eyes saddened me.But know i Know that you are not suffering and that you are in Gods Hands. Thank you for being in my life. Goodbye and hopefuly i'll see you agen.
Zachary Bishop
November 18, 2008
Mrs. Bowen was my library teacher at St. Josephs school. She was a great person to be around. I have many wonderful memories of her she has left a mark on my life forever. Today was her funeral i was proud that i was her honor gaurd. I cried throughout the mass i feel as if i have lost a wonderful friend. She was a beatful woman inside and out.
I will always love her, cherish the memories, and she will always be remembered.
Joshua Monahan
November 17, 2008
I never personally had Mrs. Bowen as a principal at St. Francis School (since I had long since graduated from the school) but as an active parishioner/volunteer I had the privelage to know her for the caring person she was when it came to the academic environment. She made a difference at St. Francis School by beginning some extra cirricular activities and working hard to keep the school running. She was also aware of the "school population" and also worked very hard to keep up the enrollment (since the parish and school are small).
But she loved the children, loved people, and also had tremendous faith when it came to God and her Catholic Faith! Now her journey here on earth has come to an end. No more suffering, no more tears, and no more fears or sadness. God has called her home to enjoy his presence for all of eternity. She may be gone from us but she will not be forgotten. She has touched our lives and we will all miss her presence.
"Thank You Mrs. Bowen for all that you have done for us and all the contributions seen and unseen. May God bless you, O faithful servant of God, and may you now be accepted into God's merciful love in his infinate glory. May you rest in peace. AMEN."
Beth-Ann Coletta
November 16, 2008
Mrs.Bowen
Was a big part of my childhood not only was she my fourth grade teacher she was also my principle and over the years became a family friend. I looked up to her as i grew up she was an amazing teacher, she really made a difference
Halley Gaspar
November 16, 2008
Mrs. Bowen, You were the best principal. You were one of the best people I knew growing up. You taught me to be a great person, you helped me through many trying times in my life. You are always going to be in our hearts. Thank you for all you have done for myself and my family. Love Always, The Gaspar Family
Lisa Walker
November 16, 2008
Carol,
I remember being a part of your 4th grade class with you and the late Mrs Burgess I have to say out of all the grades and schools I went to it was the 4th grade class at St Kevins school that I cherish the most. We had the best spelling B's. I am glad my Mother ( Donna Walsh) was a part of your life and Paul's life. My Mom loved you and still loves you dearly.You are forever in our hearts. Love to you and yours
Lisa Lupino- Walker
Donna Walsh ( caretaker)
David, Linda, David & Noah Williams
November 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lisa-Marie Ricci
November 16, 2008
I was a teacher of Carol's at St. Francis School. She gave me a change because she knew I was willing to learn. It was always a pleasure to be in her company especially at work. To hear her voice over the morning announcements made it a warm and caring environment. After she retired we kept in touch. She always had good advice and your best interest at heart. Carol is one of three people I have to thank for my career in teaching. She believed in me even when I wasn't sure I could do it. Now I'm working on getting my Masters in Reading which she was also able to be a part of this summer. Thank you Carol for everything. Being a great principal and a true friend. You will be missed.
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