Barbara Ann Bowman (née Decker) passed away on December 1, 2025, in Gainesville, Georgia. Born on July 13, 1960, in Pontiac, Michigan, Barbara lived a life marked by warmth, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the places and people she held dear.
Barbara found joy and peace in the mountains of North Carolina, where she shared her life with her beloved husband Paul and their cherished companions—three cats and two dogs. Her love for animals and nature was evident in the life she built there, surrounded by the quiet beauty of the mountains.
A passionate entrepreneur, Barbara was the former owner of the Nosh-A-Rye restaurant on Longboat Key, Florida. Through her work there, she created not just meals but memories for countless patrons who came to know her welcoming spirit and dedication to quality. Her presence in the community left a lasting impression that extended far beyond the walls of her establishment.
Barbara is survived by her brother Len of Kettering, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her brothers Richard and Sherwin. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who will remember her fondly, as well as a long list of friends whose lives were enriched by knowing her.
May Barbara's memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.
Barbara found joy and peace in the mountains of North Carolina, where she shared her life with her beloved husband Paul and their cherished companions—three cats and two dogs. Her love for animals and nature was evident in the life she built there, surrounded by the quiet beauty of the mountains.
A passionate entrepreneur, Barbara was the former owner of the Nosh-A-Rye restaurant on Longboat Key, Florida. Through her work there, she created not just meals but memories for countless patrons who came to know her welcoming spirit and dedication to quality. Her presence in the community left a lasting impression that extended far beyond the walls of her establishment.
Barbara is survived by her brother Len of Kettering, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her brothers Richard and Sherwin. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who will remember her fondly, as well as a long list of friends whose lives were enriched by knowing her.
May Barbara's memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.
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