Alister BOWEN Obituary
ALISTER MALCOLM BOWEN
7 November 1968 - 16 May 2018
(age 49)
So loved and so missed by his partner Carol and children Harriet, Hugh and Samm.
Much loved son of Barbara and Alan,
brother to John, Margaret and Adrian.
Loved for the fun and joy he brought to his nieces and nephews and extended family.
Family and friends are warmly invited to join us at Hall Cemetery, Wallaroo Road on Monday, 21 May 2018, commencing at 1pm and for refreshments afterwards at Hall, (venue to be announced at the service).
No flowers by request.
19 Entries
August 6, 2019
I only learnt the news today of Alister's death last year and am so saddened by it. He was a lovely person, a passionate archaeologist and innovative researcher who I remember giving a wonderful public lecture at Lake Entrance on his research for the Victorian Heritage Council many years ago. My thoughts are with the family.
Keir Reeves
Craig
May 29, 2018
Really sad to hear this just now, as I have always had a pleasure to know him and communications post uni were good and encouraging. At Uni his lecturing to me single handedly swayed me towards the then subject matter, Archaeology of Aboriginal Victoria, for my thesis the following year. As his passion and subject content and delivery of it I will always remember fondly, as well as his willingness to engage with us afterwards. Thank you Alister and see you on the other side.
Ian & Peta Shepherd
May 28, 2018
Dear Carol, Samm, Harriet and Hugh
We are saddened to hear of Alister's passing. He was such a gentle, caring man who will always be missed by us all.
May 22, 2018
The world is a sadder place without such a wonderful, playful, vital man. Deepest sympathy to both families, especially Carol, Harriet and Hugh. RIP Big Al. Anne, Micaela and Isabel Nisbet
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Mel Woodbury-McKee
May 21, 2018
I am shocked & extremely saddened to hear of the loss of Big Al (Champ) as he was called by his mates. Al I am sorry I did not get to say good bye. You have and always will be in my thoughts. You have touched the hearts of so many people in so many ways. You truly are The Champ. My heart goes out to your family & friends at this time.
David Thomas
May 21, 2018
Very sorry to hear the news - he was a lovely, intelligent, modest guy who did some really impressive research.
Maddy Maitri
May 21, 2018
Alisters calm, cheerful presence, his work ethic and sense of humour, made him an excellent colleague at La Trobe all those years ago. Im deeply saddened by this news.
Alex Beben
May 21, 2018
I am deeply saddened to hear of Alister's passing, he truly was one of a kind and an exceptionally generous person. I feel lucky to have known him as a fellow archaeologist and friend. I will always remember the banter that came with a conversation with Alister and the general swapping stories about work, family and life that often ensued. Thinking of Carol, Harriet, Hugh and Samm in these difficult times. Alister - you will be sorely missed by everyone who knew you.
Sarah Hayes
May 21, 2018
So terribly sad to hear this news. I have fond memories of studying and working with Alister at La Trobe. I will always be in awe of his ability to parent and work with such generosity of spirit.
Asher Ford
May 21, 2018
My condolences to Carol, Harriet, Hugh and the Bowen family. Alister was a great man and he was so proud of you all with so many stories to tell. Terribly saddened at hearing of his passing.
Vanessa Flynn
May 21, 2018
I met Alister on my first uni archaeological dig in 1998. I can't believe it was 20 years ago. Throughout this time Alister was a generous, loyal and upstanding friend. He always had an excellent yarn to tell, his enthusiasm for adventure and love of his family always radiated through. He remains one of the best people I know. My heartfelt condolences to Carol and and the family.
Annie Muir
May 21, 2018
Dear Al
We will all miss you. We have such fond memories of Harriet and Hugh's birthday parties and your crazy antics. The archaeology world has also lost a great practitioner. Our thoughts are with Carol, Harriet and Hugh and all your family. We'll miss you. Annie, Charlotte and Jason
May 20, 2018
I was so very much looking forward to working with you again Alister on upcoming new projects - I recall fondly trudging through the rain with you at Canyonleigh 18 months or so ago and discussing microliths... 6 months later there was the Mittagong project and we exchanged opinions on the 19th Century Chinese gold rush occupation of that site... your knowledge and passion for archaeology was very inspiring. My thoughts and sympathies go out to your family at this time of tragic loss.
Michael at LandTeam, Bowral
Chris Bruce
May 20, 2018
You were one of a kind Al ,
You were inspiring in your achievements
You brought positivity to all situations
Your sense of humour and warm friendship to so many, will never be forgotten
My heartfelt condolences to Carol , Harriet, Hugh
and to Barbara and the Bowen family
we will miss you Al
Helen Cooke
May 20, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to the whole family. Alister was a treasured member of the Canberra Archaeological Society, bringing his considerable skills in field work to our events as a volunteer, assisted by the very capable Harriet and Hugh. Alister's presentation to the Society of his work on the archaeology of the Chinese fishing industry was superb, even impressing the late Prof John Mulvaney.
The archaeology community is certainly impoverished by his passing and we mourn a great mate, friendly and unstinting with his mentoring. He was a great role model as a father, inspiring parents to include their children in the mysteries of archaeology. Vale Alister, we'll miss you.
Helen Cooke, former President of the Canberra Archaeological Society.
Jodi Turnbull
May 19, 2018
The world has lost a special guy. The archaeology community will sadly miss Alister. My thoughts are will all his family. Jodi and Murray.
Jodi Turnbull
May 19, 2018
The world has lost a special guy. The archaeology community will feel his loss greatly. My thoughts are with Alister's family.
May 19, 2018
So sad to hear of Alisters passing a wonderful young man
Our thoughts are with you all
Robert and Anne Bruce
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