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Jonathan Bowling Obituary
STUART, Va. - Cpl. Jonathan Williams Bowling, ag 23, of Stuart, was killed in the line of duty while serving in Iraq with the United States Marines on Wednesday, January 26, 2005. He was born in Martinsville on November 24, 1981. Cpl. Bowling was a member of Bouldin Memorial Presbyterian Church, where he was a past elder, and had received an associate's degree from Patrick Henry Community College in Administration of Justice. He had worked at Stuart Flooring and as a counselor at Hargrave Military Academy. He received his basic training with the U.S. Marines at Parris Island, S.C., and received his combat engineer training at Camp Lejeune. He entered the Marine Corps Reserve Unit at Lynchburg, Va. He became employed as a patrolman with the Martinsville city police on December 15, 2002. He was called to active duty with the Marine Corps on June 28, 2004, assigned to Camp Pendleton, Calif., and was deployed to Iraq on August 14, 2004.
Cpl. Bowling is survived by his father and stepmother, Darrell Conner Bowling and Rita Goad Bowling of Stuart; his mother and stepfather, Robin Pilson Bowling Feron and Greg Feron of Stuart; his twin sisters, Ashley Bowling of Stuart and Brooke Bowling of Stuart; two stepsisters, Raina Brim of Ararat and Amelia Feron of Williamsburg; his fiance, Tonya McFarling of Ridgeway; a best friend, Clint Weidhaas of Stuart; his grandfather, T.J. Bowling of Stuart; his grandmothers, Beulah Pilson of Stuart and Betsy Bowling of Stuart; and his step-grandmothers, Mary Elizabeth Lindh of Stuart and Olive Goad of Dugspur. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, John Henry Pilson.
Funeral services for Cpl. Bowling will be held in the Patrick County High School auditorium on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. John Bowling and the Rev. Harold Moffitt officiating. Burial will follow in the Pilson Family Cemetery with military rites by the U.S. Marine Corps. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Patrick County High School auditorium.
If desired, memorials may be made to Bouldin Memorial Presbyterian Church, c/o Virginia Hopkins, 343 Central Academy Road, Stuart, VA 24171; or to Fairystone Volunteer Fire Dept., c/o Jane Layman, 105 Chevy Lane, Stuart, VA 24171.
Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Bowling
Charlie Gili
June 30, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Jonathan W. Bowling US Marine Corporal. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Drew Bowling
November 5, 2014
I just wanted to send rememberance to the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling on the eave of this veterans day to show how thankful I am of his service for this country.
Daniel Bowling
November 5, 2014
To the family and freinds of Cpl. Jonathan w. Bowling: Im writing to say you will always be remembered by your sacrafice. I can only say I am truly sorry your loss. I am also here to say that I may want to go into the marines to become one of the "Few" and the "Proud".
-My best wishes to this family.
Peggy Childers
January 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling:
It has truly been my honor to sign Jonathan's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Jonathan will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
January 28, 2012
January 26, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling:
Always remembering Jonathan. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
January 26, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Ashlyn Fleming
December 29, 2010
We miss you More everyday! :) We love you Jonathan! Hope to see you again someday! I'm proud to tell ur story of sacrificing you're life for freedom. Even tho i still have "Break down" moments! We will never get over you being gone it just breaks our hearts!
Lorrie Linn Odell
January 26, 2010
Honoring you today. A very sad day. Wishing peace and blessing to your family.
Peggy Childers
January 26, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling:
Remembering Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
liz tate
July 19, 2009
there are no words that can express your loss. linn,strong,weaver,and your son Johathan are heroes. I am remembering this 4 soldiers on Aug15,2009. This is chris Weaver Birthday.for further info e-mail me. God Bless You and your family.
Kenna Larra
July 16, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,600 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
In Memory of Jonathan ~ (Debra Estep)
January 27, 2009
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jonathan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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Peggy Childers
January 26, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling:
Jonathan gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
the Buck family
June 9, 2008
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
R. Linn
January 26, 2008
Jon,
Wish it could have been there with you and Karl and Chris and Jesse... I wish it had been me instead of you guys.
liz tate
January 12, 2008
i am so sorry for your loss. i am honoring your son and the other 3 marines on jan 26,2008. they will never be forgotten. because of your son we know the meaning of freedom. god bless you and your family. THANK YOU.....
Michael J. Croyle
November 10, 2007
I just finished watching the CNN documentary that your son was featured in. What a sobering and crippling reality to the loss of life of so many young people. My thoughts, prayers and gratitude go out to you. God bless you.
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Mark Betuzzi
May 28, 2007
Hello:
I just finished watching for the second time the CNN documentary called "Ambush at the river of secrets" It was so sad, yet there is hope at the end of this terrible darkness. God Bless Johathan and his family.
J. Maida
May 28, 2007
Semper Fidelis Brother. God keep you and yours.
Shannon Anderson
May 24, 2007
I had the great honor to know Jon, I went to school with him and I also worked with him. He was the greatest friend anyone could ever want, he was there to listen, to console, and to lead you in prayer. I remember him laughing and singing at work and he would recite the USMC creed to me over and over again until I had it memorized and could say it on command. Wish he was here now for me to tell him I still remember it. He truely is my hero and I miss him more than words can say. Also just in case his father happens upon this site, let me tell you, YOU were Jon's hero. Love you Jon.
Susan Ashworth
April 28, 2007
Jonathan was my cousin. I was unaware of this website until it was forwarded to our campus email after the VA Tech shooting. I then saw this guest book, and was very touched to see all of the kind sentiments. Jonathan was a good, Godly man with a heart of gold. He loved God, his family, friends and lived for every moment. He is truly missed. We know that Jonathan is in heaven living a blessed life. Thank you again. We love and miss you Jonathan.
Ike Mumpower
March 28, 2007
Thank You for your service Jonathan Bowling .
Sgt Joshua Maida
March 10, 2007
They told your story again today on CNN... Semper Fidelis Brother. God keep you.
chrissy gilbert
March 10, 2007
I just finished watching the CNN special and I have never been so touched in my life. What these young men gave was the ultimate sacrifice. Seeing Jonathan's father cry reminded me of the one and only time I saw my very stern emotionless father cry. It was over the deceased body of my only brother, my father's only son.
I just wanted to stop by and say Thank You for your service Jonathan. God Bless you and God Bless your grieving family.
Christine
Daughter of 82nd/101st Airborne Ranger - Paratrooper-Vietnam Vet
Step-Daughter of Senior Master Sergeant with Air Force/327th Airlift Squadron-currently serving
Wife of retired disabled Police Officer/Army Veteran Gulf War
Garnet Jenkins
January 26, 2007
It is my honor to pay tribute to Cpl. Jonathan W. Bowling, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Safely Jonathan, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Bowling family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Olivia Close
January 4, 2007
God bless you and yours on your great loss. I just saw the story about your Son, watching the CNN report the other night. Your Son was a fine and brave young man, one we can all be proud of. May our Lord bring you peace and comfort. God Bless you and Jonathan.
April Terrell
January 2, 2007
AS I am watching tv on cnn they are sharing the story of jonathan, I am very sorry for your loss! god bless you and your family
ROBYN GARSIDE
September 13, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
February 6, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Craig & Kathy Alcorn
October 28, 2005
Darrell & Rita,
Our prayers go out to you & the family. May God help to ease the pain of the loss of your son Jon. I know how proud you were of him & his accomplishments!
Jon lives on through you Darrell & the good you are doing to help those still in Iraq & serving our country & all of the continued prayers for our proud Marines & other military still serving our Country !
Please know that Craig & I will be forever be greatful for the help you have given us with Rich & the others. Darrell & Rita thank you both for your support & prayers !
In Loving Memory Of Jon,
God bless & Semper-Fi
Craig & Kathy Alcorn
Rich & Tammy Sadler & Boys !
Jamie and Dink Suddaby
February 28, 2005
To the Bowling Family:
My husband and I wish to express our sympathies in the loss of your son, brother, and fiancee. I hope you find some comfort knowing that Jonathan is at peace. We know the loss of Jonathan comes at a terrible price to protect US citizens and our freedom. For that we will always be indebted to him. God be with you.
Patricia Hommel
February 27, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Jonathan. I did not know him personally, however I feel as if I lost part my extended family. My daughter's fiancee, Lcpl. Fred Maciel was on the chopper with Jonathan. Times like these make us so profoundly sad...yet so profoundly proud. We lost so much on January 26, 2005 and I know that the emptiness will be with us for a long time to come. However please take comfort in knowing that your family is in our prayers everyday. Our loved ones are heros and I personally find solice in knowing that they are in a better place. May God bless your family and may you find peace in knowing that someday you will be reunited with Jonathan.
With much love and saddness,
Pat Hommel
Margaret Kellum
February 7, 2005
Mr & Mrs. Bowling,
please accept my condolences on your loss of a very brave young man. I'm sorry to say that I know exactly how your feeling right now. I lost my son in Iraq on April 10, 2004. I pray that we can all get through this and I know we can with God's help. I pray that God will give you comfort and peace during this hard and trying time. May God give you peace in your hearts. John was my only son and the baby of three.
Proud Marine Mom Forever of
Lcpl.John T. Sims KIA 4/10/04
Margaret Kellum
Allison Elizalde
February 5, 2005
I am so deeply sorry for your great loss. Jonathon was a fine young man and I know he made you all very proud. The things he accomplished in his 23 years of life are more than most do in their whole life. My heart goes out to you all. Yes the lord took him away very soon but just think how much in that little time Jonathon changed you and helped so many people that needed him. His life is a rolemodel and what a fine person he was and he will always be rememberd by me and by lots of other people. God bless you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carol Roberts
February 4, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's love help you through your sorrow.
Carol Roberts
(RJR)
United States Marine Corps
February 4, 2005
May God keep you and comfort you into eternity.
Joan Hicks-Boddie
February 4, 2005
My heart goes out to you and your family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Reading the article in the paper about Jonathon led me to think he was a great and special young person.
Sincerely,
Joan Hicks Boddie
Ret. Tpr. Steve & Charlotte Shelton
February 3, 2005
Darrell & Family,
My husband and I want to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your son sacrificed his life to help the U.S. and for that he is was very special and honorable.
A grateful citizen
February 3, 2005
To the family,
May you take comfort in knowing that you have the thoughts and prayers of a grateful nation with you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. God Bless you.
Dennis Engstrom
February 2, 2005
As a retired Marine I feel some of your pain altho a Viet Vet,I weep and want to say Semper Fidelis(Always Faithful)is all we got.And when I get to heaven St.Peter I will tell another Marine reporting, I served my time in Hell
Ann Pack
February 2, 2005
I am a former neighbor of his Aunt
Robin and I can remember him being a special polite and fun loving young boy who grew into a special and fun loving young man and is now a special Angel.
My thoughts and prayers are with all
the family.
Janet Hullender
February 1, 2005
From one Marine mom to another, I know only to say thank you for all that your son sacrificed for our country. May his reward be greater beyond what is known here on earth. My prayers are with you and all his loved ones.
Andy Hullender
February 1, 2005
My deepest sympathty to the family of Cpl. Bowling. His sacrifice and his family's is not gone unoticed. My family's prayers are with you.
Vic Ingram
February 1, 2005
I had the honor of meeting Jonathan while he was attending the police academy. It was obvious that he was going to be a great police officer. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to know him. Thank you for serving our country. My thoughts and prayers are with those left behind.
Carol Bullins
February 1, 2005
Thank you, Jonathan, for your service to our country. Your family and friends have my deepest sympathy. You will always be remembered with honor for yourself and for the sacrifice you made.
Carol Webber
February 1, 2005
The story of your loss has really touched my heart. The sacrifice that your son, brother and fiance has made for us to have freedom is priceless. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. There is no doubt that Jonathan now has perfect wings!
JAMES CECIL WILLARD JR
February 1, 2005
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Joyce McCoy
February 1, 2005
To the family of Mr. Bowling,
You will never know how appreciative I am of your loved one serving for us. It takes a special person to give so freely to their country. For that, I am eternally greatful to Jonathan, even though I never met him. You will be in my prayers that God will provide you with the grace and peace to get through this time.
Christy
February 1, 2005
What a hero. I did not know Jonathan but I commend him for a job well done trying to keep us here at home safe. He gave the ultimate sacrifice, I'm sure that you are proud. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. God Bless You
Timothius Robinson
February 1, 2005
To the family of my brother in arms, May God hold you in the hollow of his hands. Being a Danvile Boy, this hits home with me. As a Marine family, we mourn together! You will ever be in your thoughts and prayers.
T. M. Robinson
1stSgt USMC
Betsy Thurman
February 1, 2005
To the Family of Johnathan -- you have my deepest sympathies, my heart breaks for the loss you are now faced with -- i just wanted to let you know that I appreciate so very much the sacrifice that Johnathan made for me and every other American -- he will never be forgotten -- I pray that you can find some comfort knowing that your Johnathan was a hero in every sense of the word.
Betty I. Adkins
February 1, 2005
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have a dear friend in the Army in Iraq and I truly know how you must feel. Please know that we are very proud of your son's honor and his death is not in vein. My prayers are with you and your family.
Phill & Renee Bennett
February 1, 2005
Our hearts go out to all family members in your time of such great loss. God will carry you thru this unbearable time.
Kim Agnor
February 1, 2005
Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. You will always be remembered. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Dina Supernault-Kinsley
February 1, 2005
please know you have my deepest sympathy ... may you find some comfort in knowing so many are lifting you all up in prayers ...
love and peace,
mother of cpl.van gibson,
charlie co.
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