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Shawn Edward Bowman Jr.
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Shawn Bowman Obituary
Even as a grown man of 28, Shawn E. Bowman Jr. was still a Boy Scout. Just about every Friday night, he came to Staten Island's Troop 43 meeting in his khaki pants and beige shirt festooned with patches and medals. When the boys' energy flagged, he would break out into his favorite skit, "Bananas," shouting, "Bananas of the world, unite!"
"He almost lived and breathed it," said Gil Schweiger, the ranger at Pouch Camp, a camp for Boy Scouts in Staten Island, who had known Mr. Bowman ever since he was a 7-year-old signing up to earn his first patch.
The boy became an Eagle Scout, then an assistant scoutmaster, passing along what he had learned — everything from how to tie a knot to how to tell the truth.
His day job, human resources information specialist at Cantor Fitzgerald, was a source of pride, but his real joy was scouting; he relished the prospect of passing it along to his son, Liam, now 2, and a second son, Jack, who had not yet been born on Sept. 11. "He tried to pass what he learned from scouting," Mr. Schweiger said. "They looked up to him. The boys still do."
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Emily Ortiz
September 10, 2023
Shawn,
In Spring 2013, I joined the Alpha Delta Eta chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, the organization you helped charter at UAlbany. For a few years, members of our chapter used to meet by your name at the memorial to pay respects and reflect.
This year, on September 16th, I turn 30. You´d be turning 51. I´ll be thinking of you.
Dianna Stone
September 3, 2021
Shawn was a student in our MB A program and he was one of the nicest people I ever met. I will never forget him and think of him often. Thinking of him makes my heart smile.
Cindy Roe
September 2, 2021
Remembering Shawn on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Dianna Stone
September 11, 2020
Shawn was in our MBA in HRIS program at the University at Albany. He was a wonderful person and student. We were so happy when he got a good job, married, and started his life. We have been forever saddened by his passing, and we spend 9/11 every year thinking about him. We also wait to hear his name in the roll call of those who perished on this day.
I will never forgot Shawn and I am so glad that I got to know him for a short period of time. He will remain in my heart forever.
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Paul D-Harper
September 13, 2016
RIP
on this 15th Anniversary...
Camp Aquehonga of 91 was the greatest of summers and you were the very best.
God bless
Donna Crisante
August 27, 2014
Shawn You & your family are in our prayers .
Donna & Dave Crisante
Donna Crisante
August 27, 2014
My husband & I had gone to the 911 memorial site on 8/23/14 while waiting for our time to enter the museum we stood near the falls when we looked down we saw the name of Shawn Edward Bowman Jr. We looked his name up on my phone & saw his picture , we said a prayer for him then entered the museum . Some time later while viewing the museum my husband & I turned & noticed from across the room Shawn's picture on the wall , we looked at each other with surprise then the pictures changed . Out of all the pictures it seemed to stand out almost to say thank you for the prayer. Although we didn't know him it was a heart warming experience that we wanted to share. God Bless Shawn & his family.
Donna & Dave Crisante
Matt Davitt
March 26, 2014
Hey Shawn, it has been many moons since you were taken so young on 9/11! Your sons have grown up to fine young boys! Liam and Jack carry a piece of you and I know carry you in there hearts. My sister raised them well, you would be very proud of her. We never got to talk much, regretted that but I knew you were a good dad and husband to my sister. Just wanted you know your not forgotten and never will be. Rest in peace buddy!
Ryan Miller
February 1, 2014
Mr. Bowman,
I recently became an Eagle Scout. I would like to tell you that you are truly inspirational. You are one of the many people I will dedicate my Eagle Scout award to. We will always have one thing in common, and that is the fact that we are both Eagles.
September 11, 2013
May God bless you, Jennifer Jack & Liam
T183 TRC
Barbara Boam
July 1, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #232) on 5/5/13 as a dedication to your life.
Stacey Strom
September 10, 2012
Shawn, You were a great RA and friend in our college dorm "Melville Hall" at SUNY Albany. Always trying to keep us from doing something wrong, you always looked out for us. I moved to Florida and found out about your passing. Each year I teach my high school students about you. You are a wonderful example of goodness, gone too soon. May God bless your family. By the way, I saw your sons last year reading names, they are just as brave as their Dad!
Eileen Barbieri
August 22, 2012
Shawn, We will always miss and love you. Thank-you for allowing us to feel your precious presence. We carry you in our hearts. We know you and Jamie are in the presence of God! Aunt Eileen & Uncle Bob
August 10, 2012
Hey Shawn,
You are truly missed here. I was up at camp last week. They talk about you before each camp fire. We are hoping to re-dedicate the ampitheater next summer, I am working on getting all the plaques redone and make the ampitheater look nicer.
I also want to thank you for watching over us.
Matt Davitt
June 26, 2012
Hey Shawn, got to visit the 9/11 memorial a few weeks back. Was in town for a short visit. Have been on the west coast for 10 years, first time to visiting the memorial. I was glad to see your name and my friend Robert Shay right near each other. You were both great family men who were taken so young. Your boys are growing up so quick, turning into fine young men. You would be proud of Jen my sister how she has raised the boys. There is a piece of you in both Liam and Jack. God Bless Shawn.
Renee Rogers
March 19, 2012
Shawn, I did not know you but I was very touched when I passed your stone at Moravian Cemetery today.. I looked up this page and saw your sweet face. Please just know that we will never, ever forget and that you are all so deep in my heart.
February 24, 2012
To The Family,
9/11 was and still is a tragedy that we wish we could forget. The fact that thousands of people died for no reason at all brings anger and much saddness to my heart. I did not know Shawn Edward Bowman Jr. but I would like to extend my deepest thoughts of sympathy to you in the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Tom Mulry
September 11, 2011
Jennifer,
I was touched & brought to tears to see you son reading the names this morning. I had not seen him since Shawn's amphitheater was dedicated.
I hope you, Liam & Jack are well and that God will bless and keep you.
REQUIEM aeternam dona ei (, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace. Amen.
Matt Davitt
August 27, 2011
Shawn, you were a great husband to my sister jen and father to Liam. I know you would be proud of your sons liam and jack, and how they have turned out as young men. Wished you could have met your son jack. You were a good guy. After 10 years your thought of often!
September 11, 2010
RIP
on this 9th Anniversary...
Gail Teresa Strom
September 12, 2009
Shawn,
Thinking of you as 8 years have passed ~ We love you ~ Your cousins, Maureen SCANLON Matoes and daughter, Gail Matoes Strom.
My grandmother, Nora Flaherty Scanlon and your grandmother, Mary Red Flaherty Bowman were sisters!?
September 11, 2009
Cant believe its 8 years already. I will always remember you Shawn, you were a great role model to look up to.
You are greatly missed and never forgotten.
till we meet agian brother
Keith
May 26, 2009
Here it is all these yeras later and it seems like yesterday, that I herd your voice and witnessed your great smile. I miss you beyond words. You will always remain in my heart. I know that you are still here, just transformed. Your time here was short, but the difference you made was inmeasurable. This planet was blessed because you lived. Au Revoir, Aunt Eileen
Sean Pereira
March 31, 2009
Shawn… I miss you brother... You were my first friend ever and a true friend through the years. You were one of the hardest workers I ever met and a true inspiration to me.
“I will always remember you when I look down the block”.
Until we meet again my old friend.
Doug Abraham
September 19, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
keith santero
November 21, 2006
shawn, i have always thought of you as a role model,and still do. since my first experiance at camp aquehonga, you were my SPL. you made sure that i got through my first week of camp and every time after. you represented the ideal citizen,lived everyday by the scout oath and law. sept. 11th 2001, you took the ultimate sacrifice for your country,im sure you were helping others try to escape that horrible act of terrorism. shawn,i want you to know that you are well missed here, and i know you are watching over me as i often feel your presence around me when i need a friend. you will always be a hero to me. until we meet again.
Kristine
October 18, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Gary Parkes
September 7, 2006
In memory of a great guy. We went to Albany together and I remember his good nature and kindness well.
P Tabbernor
August 26, 2006
In memory....
Scanlon Family
September 11, 2003
To jennifer and the boys,we wanted to say that we are all thinking of you to day here in Galway,Ireland.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and all your family.God bless Nora,Micheal and family.
scott logan
September 11, 2003
I grew up with Shawn in New Dorp on Staten Island,NY.We played together as kids and went to school together.Although we had not seen each other in a few years his death came as a terrible shock to me.Shawn had everything going for him that beautiful September morning in 2001.a wife he loved,a son he loved & another baby on the way.On this the 2nd anniversary of that horrible day,may his family be consoled by their Catholic faith & the knowledge that Shawn's friends will never forget him.With prayerful thoughts to Shawn's widow & sons & parents.Scott Logan & family
Robert Ashton
September 11, 2002
Shawn was a 1994 and 1996 graduate of the University at Albany. Today, the first anniversary of his loss, his alma mater planted two trees in memory of him, the other seventeen alumni lost with him, and the thousands of other voices silenced so brutally and suddenly. We especially want his wife and children to know how proud his University is of Shawn and his dedication to helping others. We share in the grief of so many families today, and we renew our commitment to the value of each human life.
Lynda Harlow
September 11, 2002
I had heard of your loss from another sorority sister. I am truly sorry for your loss and continue to pray for you and your family. I am sure I continue to extend these prayers from all the sisters of Phi Sigma Sigma at Virginia Wesleyan College.
Karen Kresin
September 11, 2002
I was listening to the radio today Sept. 11, 2002 and they told us about this site where we could go and express our feelings to people out there who lost a loved one last year.
The station said to just pick a name if nothing else and leave it on your screen all day just to remind us how precious our lives are and how difficult it must be for those families who lost a loved one.
By reading Shawn's write up in the New York times it seemed like he was an amazing person one that nobody could forget. Now that I have seen his picture it will stay in my mind forever and I will always keep him and your families all in my heart and prayers.
Karen Kresin (Monticello, IL)
September 11, 2002
Nancy Aniello
September 10, 2002
I didn't know Shawn personally just from what my daughter has told me of him. My condolences go to the family and you are all in my prayers always. I carried Shawns name banner in the memorial walk in Bay Ridge Brooklyn on 9/8/02. God bless you and God bless America
John Lanza
September 9, 2002
May God bless Shawn and his family. I worked directly for Shawn at Camp Aquehonga between 1991 and 1994. He was a great man and someone I truly looked up to. My fondest memory of Shawn was when we first met. He asked if I was the new kid from Staten Island. When I told him that I was, he instantly took me under his wing. God bless.
Judy Sanders
September 9, 2002
To the Family of Shawn Bowman
I am a Boy Scout Leader in Kentucky. My son just finished his eagle project which is a Flag Pole and Flag in front of our church. Tommy will be dedicating this pole on Sept. 11, 2002. He decided on this project after 911. Our thoughts and prayers for your family will be echoed on that day during the ceremony.
Ron Moore
September 2, 2002
I am the scoutmaster for troop 573 in Westport Indiana. ON September 11, 2002 we will have a memorial service at the park honoring those who lost their lives in the tragedy. Please be assured that the memory of Shawn Bowman Jr. will be remembered. Once an eagle always an eagle is something we will always keep dear to our hearts.
July 19, 2002
I am so sorry for your loss. I could never imagine a life without my husband, and my children their father..May god bless all of you. you and your young family are always in my prayers.
Jennifer and Jack Shawn
Mark Amatrucola
April 9, 2002
Another picture - Shawn's wife Jennifer, and newborn baby Jack Shawn born in January of 2002.
Eagle Scout Shawn E. Bowman, Jr.
Mark Amatrucola
April 8, 2002
Shawn was a dedicated Scouter and Camp Staff Member at Camp Aquehonga. While I never had the opportunity to meet Shawn, other Scouters who I know today were his fellow staff members and speak of him with the highest accolades.
To honor Shawn's memory, the Camp Aquehonga Alumni Association is well underway in refurbishing the existing campfire circle in Shawn's memory. The Shawn E. Bowman Jr. Campfire Area will be dedicated in July, 2002. Those who knew and loved Shawn should know that his memory and spirit will live on for years to come.
Mark Amatrucola
Camp Aquehonga Director
Shawn and son April 2001
Shawn Edward Bowman, Sr.
April 4, 2002
Our family thanks everyone for their kind words and messages of encouragement. Keep us in your prayers and may God bless you.
Vicki Marley
March 31, 2002
I just read in the Eagleletter the loss of Shawn on 9/11. My son is also an Eagle Scout...therefore I know the integrity and love of family/country your Shawn possessed.
I am sorry for your loss. "He will raise you up on eagle's wigs, bear you into the brightness of the dawn andhold you in the palm of His right hand throug eternity.
lisa Lupacchino-Gilson
March 11, 2002
albee,
lindsey has let us know of your loss. all of your sisters feel your pain along with the rest of america. we are here for you and god bless your children. all our love. Lupi and the phi sig girls LITP
Latania King
March 6, 2002
To the family of shawn, my brother is Larry Bowman. Our lives have been drastically changed. Many want us to move on. "get back to normal" as I have heard. Normal is not in my vocabulary. One thing I do know is that God is still in control. He knows our pain. Trust in Him, He will give the peace we need to see us through.
I will pray for you as you pray for us.
Hold on ,Everything will be alright.
Nenette White
March 6, 2002
To the Family of Shawn Bowman,
I know your pain for I too lost my oldest brother. My prayers are with you and the family and may you find strength to endure this challenge. Keep the faith and always remember that you are not alone in what you feel
God bless you
Katelyn Ramsey
February 18, 2002
I am in 7th grade and as an honor to those who died on Sept 11, our whole school took most of a day to reflect on the events that happened and those who died. I didn't know Shawn Bowman but I read about him in the newspaper and he was the one I chose to honor because he would get up early and dress his daughter so his pregnant wife could sleep a little longer. He must have been a very kind person. I ordered a mercy band with his name on it and I wear it every day. I want his family to know he will never be forgotten.
Douglas Walters
February 1, 2002
My heart feels your pain at the loss of Shawn for I have many fond memories of him. for he was one of my Boy Scouts, Jennifer my heart goes out to you and your children for it is the worst thing that can happen to a young family, to lose a father, a spouse, a friend.
I know that Shawn had a lot of love in his heart and that love will go on in his children.
Thw worst thing for a parent in life is to bury a child that loss must be as painful for Shawn & Carolin as is the pain for Jennifer.
If takeing Shawn at such a young age was Gods will, than he certinly got the best of friends in Shawn.
May god bless Shawns family and may they live a long life for that is the best way to honor Shawn Edward Bowman Jr.
All My Prayers Doug Walters
Teresa Jahn
January 7, 2002
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Shawn. May his life and love continue living through those who love him. May the warm memories of times shared with Shawn lighten the sorry in your heart. May you always feel the warmth of his love radiate warmth into your hearts. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
CAROL MCLAUGHLIN
December 17, 2001
Our thoughts and prayers continue daily for Jenny and children, and
Shawn's family.
December 10, 2001
MAY GOD BLESS SHAWN EDWARD BOWMAN JR
AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS
HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS
AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET
9/11/01
Andrew Costello
November 17, 2001
I have been keeping you in my prayers. I'm sorry that I never met Shawn. I have fond memories of Mary Red and Ernest (my god-father).
DeLisa Cuiccio (Wilson)
November 13, 2001
I want to express my sincere condolences to your family for your loss of Shawn. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
leslie miller
October 12, 2001
Please find comfort in knowing you are not alone. All over the country, prayers are being said. We will never forget.
Dianne Purdy
October 8, 2001
I wish I had the magic words to make your pain go away. Please accept my sincerest offer of comfort. My prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of overwhelming loss.
Dione Sackman
October 6, 2001
I am terribly sorry for the loss of this fine young man.
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