William Robert "Rob" Bowling II

Thank you so much for making sure that this obituary didn't gloss over a subject that we all need to be talking about openly. And it needs to continue until the stigma is removed and the medical profession and our government start giving attention to the horrible medical condition that this beautiful person and my 35 year old institution bound son and all the families like yours and mine face and suffer.

Rob was a wonderful human being. I would pass by the Bowling home on the way home from school. He would waiting for Leisa to come home and would always say hi to me. He was an engaging little boy so bright and curious. I later worked with him at a local bookstore when he was in high school and marveled about his many gifts and how much light he carried inside him. The world lost a special light and a huge empty space has been created. So sorry Sandy and Leisa...there are no words

Rob and I were friends in high school and college, and housemates for about a year after. I hadn't spoken to him in at least a decade, but reading this brought back a flood of memories from those days. "Wonderful chaos" is indeed the perfect description of Rob and his life and the effect he had on the rest of us. I know my life was just a little bit more chaotic and a little bit more wonderful having known him. Rest in peace, my friend. You will be missed.

The loss of this beautiful soul in this lifetime is a loss to society. Thank you to the author(s) of his obituary. This was beautifully written, loving, respectful, and informative. My thoughts and prayers are with Rob, his dear family, and his beloved friends.

Rob, my life was richer knowing you as we grew up. Even though you were a year behind me in school we always managed to find a way to hang out. You always made me laugh, especially on the days all I wanted to do was cry. We understood one another as our mental health issues created a subconscious bond. I am sad that I lost touch with you over the years. Thank you for being my friend, it always meant a lot to me to have a friend who truly understood. I'm constantly actively fighting the stigma...

I’ve know Rob since kindergarten. His sense of humor and infectious laugh drew me in from day one. I am happy that we reconnected over the last few years. We spent more than a few hours playing online trivia...he always kicked my rear, btw. Godspeed dear. You’re loved

Wonderfully written and my heart aches for your loss. He was a year behind me in school with my brother Kent. I always thought he was a cool guy!

Rob ❤ For years we spent every summer day together- riding bikes, going to the pool and just ‘being.’ So sorry for the loss of a kind and loving friend.

Dear Rob your pain is gone, you have your wings, enjoy the flight.