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Jesse Bowen Obituary
1921-2016
Jesse "Buddy" Bowen, 94, of Houston, passed away April 10, 2016. He was born in Cumby, Texas on July 27, 1921 to Joe and Alice Bowen; grew up in East Texas and Galveston, Texas and married Louise in 1946.
Buddy owned his own business, Bowen Piano Repair, and loved fixing pianos. He was a member of the Army Air Corps and a Veteran of WWII.
He was preceded in death by his father, mother, baby brother (1930), his son Joel Robert (1992), sister Lorena and sister Pauline.
Buddy is survived by Louise, his wife of 69 years, daughter Jana Bowen and Christina Olson, his grandson Ian Darrell Bowen, nieces, nephews and his "adopted daughter" Candy Rutledge and their families.
Visitation: Sat., April 16, 2016 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Funeral service to follow at 12:30 p.m. and interment at 1:30 p.m.
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Rosemary Davis
September 22, 2018
So sorry for the loss of such a sweet and gentle soul. RIP Buddy. Condolences to Louise, Jana and family.
Skip Folk
April 15, 2016
There will never be another "Buddy." Thank you for allowing me to feel like a part of your family for all these many years. I know he is with our Lord now, and we shall all take comfort in knowing that. My condolences to the family. I love you all.
Brenda Brewton
April 14, 2016
Louise, Jana and family, our heartfelt sympathy, tears, prayers and love for one of the kindest, sweetest men every to grace this earth. We have many years of great memories and will always treasure Buddy's smile and chuckle. May God comfort you during this time and keep those loving memories close to your hearts. Love Chester & Brenda Brewton
April 14, 2016
I want to extend my deepest condolences to your family. As Psalms 90:10 says, he was truly blessed with strength to have lived such a long life. In your time of sorrow, may God comfort your hearts. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
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JW
April 14, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)
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Forest Park East Funeral Home & Cemetery21620 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX 77598
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