Pisgah, Maryland
1937 - 2003
On Monday, October 6, 2003, God called Joseph Edward Bowman, Sr. of Pisgah, Maryland, to his heavenly home.
Born June 18, 1937 in (Pisgah) Indian Head, Maryland to Thomas N. and Nellie A. Bowman. Joseph more affectingly known as Joeboy, J.E., Joe, Joseph Edward and Diddy, was preceded in death by a his parents Jospeh and Nellie Bowman, sister Helen G. Smith; a daughter, Lavonne C. Smith; son, Gregory A. Bowman and grandson, Christian M. Bowman.
Joe accepted Jesus Christ, at a very early age, at Smith Chapel United Methodist Church in Pisgah, (Indian Head) Maryland. He enjoyed attending worship services at Smith Chapel and Oak Grove Baptist Church.
He was educated in the Charles County School System until the eleventh grade, when he left to join the U.S. Navy in 1955. After serving in the military for 3 years, he was discharged June 18, 1958 and returned for his bride to be, Rosetta Jean Dorsey.
On October 24, 1958, they were united in marriage. Their union, of 45 years, was blessed with 10 children.
After leaving the federal government, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, cooking , watching baseball and football, and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed spending time with his close friends, Alfred (Garnell) Stringer, Mr. Richardson, Alfred Proctor (Daffy), Henry Proctor, Rob, Corbert Bowman
Joeboy leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife, Rosetta, Joseph E. Bowman Jr. (Cherie) of Forestville, MD; Carmen R. Bowman of Suitland, MD; Almalita D. Robertson (Luther) of LaPlata, MD; Zachary T. Bowman (Sandra) of Indian Head; Andrea M. Butler (Kenneth) of Brandywine, MD; Jonathan C. Bowman (Fiancé’ Pam) of Upper Marlboro, MD; Roxanne Theresa (Richard) of Sterling, VA; Marc A. Bowman (Diane) of Odenton, MD. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Butler (Odell) and Annie Jean Stuckey, brothers; Leroy (Annette) Bowman; Arthur and William Bowman; a son-in-law Earl Smith. He had 22 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and a Goddaughter, Janice Bowman , a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The Funeral service will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2003 at Smith Chapel United Methodist Church located in Pisgah, Maryland. The viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the service will immediately follow at 11am.
My heart goes out to your family during your time of bereavement but please know that if there is ever anything that I can do, please do not hesitate to ask.
Sheila Harris
October 10, 2003 | Capitol Heights, MD
John 14:1 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in the Lord; trust also in me. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am"
My thoughts and prayers are truly with you in this hour of sorrow. I pray that God gives you the strength to be strong and of good courage. God Bless you all.
Diane Scott (FCC)
Diane Scott
October 10, 2003 | Laurel, MD
I am so sorry that you all have this pain to go through. You are in my prayers and thoughts. God knows all and sees all. Take this time to run to Him and not away from Him. Let God know that you are upset, hurt, confused, etc. He wants to be with you during your weakest time. He will make you able to go through what you thought would never be possible.
Love,
Shawn
Shawn Thomas
October 09, 2003 | Mechanicsville, MD
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Thornton Funeral Home
October 09, 2003 | Indian Head, MD
