Michael E. Bowman

Lebanon - Michael E. Bowman, 75, of Lebanon died Thursday, August 27, 2020 in his residence. He was the husband of Bonnie L. Koons Bowman with whom he would have celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary this September 4th.

Born in Lebanon on March 8, 1945, he was the son of the late Warren H. and Anedith Leedy Bowman. He was employed as the Director of Engineering for the former AMP, Inc.

Mike was a US Army veteran of Vietnam, a 1963 graduate of Lebanon High School, received his degree in chemistry from Millersville University, and attended The United States Military Academy at West Point.

He was an active member of the Friends of Olde Annville, an avid golfer and Penn State football fan, loved animals, and enjoyed antiques, playing poker, dancing, and traveling.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a son Matthew J. husband of Madeleine Bowman of Hershey, a daughter Michelle wife of Michael Dixon of Hershey, a step-daughter Stephanie E. Russell wife of Paul W. Conway of Indianapolis, IN, grandchildren Evan, Joseph, Gabriella, and Patricia, a brother Gary husband of Joan Bowman of Langhorne, two sisters Beverly Smith of Newport Ritchie, FL, Jennifer wife of James Houde of Etters, and numerous cousins, and nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family with inurnment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Lebanon County, 150 N. Ramona Road, Myerstown, PA 17067 in his memory.

Kreamer Funeral Home and Crematory, Annville is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Lebanon Daily News from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2020.

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Kathleen Winter

September 8, 2020

I lived on Reinoehl Street. Mike Bowman was always a very nice person. Some prayers sent for him and family.

Kathleen Winter

September 8, 2020

I lived on Reinoehl Street. Mike Bowman was always a very nice person. Some prayers sent for him and family.

Eloise S.

September 4, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Bless his family.

Kim Gassert

September 3, 2020

I had the absolute honor and pleasure of being Mike’s Realtor years ago. Through those many years we developed a solid friendship. He was always so kind and full of encouragement. And his sense of humor always brought me to tears laughing.
The world has lost one of the best!
Prayers to Bonnie and the entire family

Lynn B Fahnestock

September 1, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Corinne Stjohn

September 1, 2020

Mike was such a great friend to my husband Don & I, Mike & Bonnie would come & visit with us many summers up in NH & we all had so much fun, the friendship we've had thru many years will always be a special & treasured part of our lives. Mike will be so sorely missed. Our sympathy to his beloved Bonnie, children & his grandchildren & all his family.

Elayne Smith-Olson

September 1, 2020

I was truly saddened when seeing that we have lost this thoughtful and caring man and cannot shake it from my mind. I remember many conversations between my father and Mike, they enjoyed each others company immensely. He was a blessing in mom's final months, making sure to bring her two surviving brothers for visits. He was always concerned about others and rarely mentioned what was happening in his own life. I will truly miss my cousin, and he will be missed by many. May you fly high Mike and know we love you. Love to the family.

Tina Deraco

August 31, 2020

My deepest sympathies to the Bowman family. Mike was a teacher during my senior year at Cedar Crest High School. He so wanted to keep a connection to the students, that he joined our class FaceBook page. He was looking forward to going us at our upcoming reunion. He'll be with us in spirit. May He Rest In Peace. Tina Deraco, Class of 70, CCHS

Mike Smith

August 30, 2020

I can’t believe you’re gone, I’m saddened to see this notice, my
Heart goes out to Bonnie, and all the family. Penn State has lost one of
It’s biggest fans. I will see you on the other side my friend.

Lorna Heller Everhart

August 30, 2020

Mike and I were classmates and friends from our days at Harrison Jr High School. We lost touch after graduation from LHS in 1963 but rekindled our friendship due to the 50th reunion that he so ably guided. We continued our friendship through class events and messenger after I made the move back to Lebanon. I was saddened to learn of his passing and my sincerest sympathy to Bonnie and his whole family.

Lorna Heller Everhart

August 30, 2020

Mike was my classmate and friend from our Jr. high days at Harrison through graduation from LHS in 1963. We lost touch until our 50th reunion when he got in touch and encouraged me to attend and move back to the area. That began an online renewal of our friendship. I last saw Mike in July at the lunch, and I am so saddened that he is gone too soon. He will be missed.

Ann Rhine, New Cumberland

August 30, 2020

Mike was my friend, on Facebook, but a fellow veteran at the Lebanon VA, also another pool enthusiast, an excellent conversationalist. He died too young. I will miss him. RIP, Mike.

Don Beaver

August 29, 2020

It was always so much fun to watch lacrosse with Mike. Yeah he was there to watch his grandson, but he had a way of making it better for everyone around him. He also looked out for my boys at LVC I was always grateful for that. I will miss those times and that smile! RIP my friend!

Randy Leedy

August 29, 2020

My cousin Mike has always been someone that I looked up too.
He was such a good nephew to my Father, Calvin Leedy.
He gave my father so much happiness, Words cannot express my appreciation for his manner with my father.
I feel blessed that Mike was a part of our family.
Hopefully, we can celebrate Mike’s life accomplishments together.
God Bless.

Gary Smith

August 29, 2020

My Uncle Mike was someone I looked up to! He was there for me many times in my life when I was struggling! I love you Mike Bowman and I will miss you dearly!

Jan Askman

August 29, 2020

I met Mike when he was a plebe in Company L-1 at West Point, 1964. I was one year ahead of him. We had a friendship that lasted all these years, even though Mike chose not to finish West Point, but go on to another college and career. Ironically, we both worked at AMP Inc. for many years when we settled into our civilian careers. We stayed in touch through social media and I will miss our friendship and discussions. I send my condolences to his loving family and wish them the strength to hold his dear memories in their hearts.

Mike, shine on somewhere beyond the blue. Rest easy.

Kandi-Sue Philipp

August 29, 2020

Honoring The Life of Someone Very Special Who will Always Be Remember. Mike was a great brother in law. Deepest Sympathy to my Sister Bonnie and the entire Bowman Family.

Carole King Wyman

August 29, 2020

So sad to lose Mike. He has been a friend since high school, and was a very special person. Many adventures were shared by our class and he was faithful to his friends over all these years. Most impressive to me was that he would show up at his friends’ parents’ funerals even though he did not know the parents. I am thankful to have been around at the same time as Mike, and to have shared lots of laughter and a bit of sadness with him. My love to Bonnie and the family.

Donna Parks Bohmann

August 29, 2020

So many memories from high school to 2years ago when I saw him last never a dull moment with Mike and i always called him first when I went home

Mary Gardner

August 29, 2020

What a good friend with whom to share life stories, football stories, wellness pool benefits :). I always came away with more knowledge and a smile! Blessings to friends and family

Jim G

August 29, 2020

Mike was a true friend that had a kind soul. We spent many hours talking PSU football together. I was fortunate to go to two games with him. One just the two of us and one with my son. They were times I will never forget. He was just a good guy who I’ll miss talking with a lot. Prayers for him and his family.

Jim G

August 29, 2020

Sally Bair

August 29, 2020

I got to know Mike and his Penn State football travel buddies as I completed my "see Penn State play an away game at each Big Ten School" over the course of about a decade. It got to the point where we'd sit together at events and discuss our team. Mike and the guys made each trip most enjoyable when we'd run into each other. They would really make me laugh. I know he was keenly interested in the current team leadership. Most sincere sympathy to all who loved him and are mourning his passing.

Michael J. Rich

August 29, 2020

Mike and I were high school classmates but our real friendship didn't evolve until forty years later. After our 40th class reunion, Mike started laying the groundwork for our 50th reunion. It started with regular breakfasts and lunches for class members and it grew over the years. He was a prolific correspondent with individual and blast emails to classmates over they years leading up to the reunion. However, our correspondence was not limited to the reunion. We shared stories of family and travels over the years. I was living in St. Marys, Georgia at the time but still had family in Lebanon. I could not visit my family without a breakfast or lunch with Mike and usually with Tom Bowman. Mike ultimately organized and emceed one of the best class reunions ever. His devotion to his family was complete and he took great pride in everything they did. He was a true patriot to the day he died and I will miss my comrade and friend.

Phylis Dryden

August 29, 2020

15 years ago, Mike and his wife reached out to me, a complete stranger, and shared the enormous pride and love they had for their grandson. Mike was a courageous, thoughtful and interesting guy who will be greatly missed in Annville.

The Staff of Kreamer Funeral Home

August 29, 2020

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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