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John Bowden Obituary
Lebanon - John R. Bowden, 75, of Lebanon, went to be with his loving wife on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at his home. He was the husband of the late Rosemarie Senese Bowden.
Born in Abington Twp. on January 23, 1944, he was the son of the late John H. and Edith Scott Bowden. John had retired from the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 19, and he was still active in the Local 19 retirees' club. He loved riding his Harley, his dog Missy, projects around the home and especially spending time with his family.
He is survived by his daughters Bonnie L. Bowden of Ashland and Bridget A. wife of Michael Fittery of Harrisburg; sister Jenny Lewandowski of Philadelphia; and grandchildren Isaac, Hayden, Emma and Ezra.
He was preceded in death by a brother George Reis and sister Judy Bowden.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at the Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Rt. 72 & Camp Meeting Rd., Jonestown. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at the Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SPCA Ruth Steinert Memorial, 18 Wertz Drive, Pine Grove, PA 17963.
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Your Team Delbrook
June 5, 2019
All of us here deeply feel your family's sorrow. There are never harder times than these but it beckons us to remember all the wonderful times spent together. Embrace them, and know your loved one would want you to cherish those memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran & Cam Thomas
June 1, 2019
Bonnie, Bridget, (and fur daughter, Missy) We are your dad's neighbors. So very sorry to hear about his passing. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your famiy.
Joseph n Joanna Bryce
May 31, 2019
We r shocked n so sadden to receive this terrible n unexpected news. Please take comfort with the thought that he is now with Roe his loving wife. We have been friends with Jack n Roe for over 50 yrs. We have great n funny memories. BONNIE N BRIDGET we are so so sorry for your lost.We just got the phone call from someone who had read his obit.
Tessa
May 31, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1Thessalonians 4:14 bring comfort to you.
The Staff of Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory
May 31, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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