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Doug Bowman Obituary
Doug graduated from Little Rock Central High in 1982 and obtained his bachelor's degree at LSU. He then returned home in the early 1990's to manage the Little Rock Club during a prestigious and busy five year period where he very much enjoyed the customers, staff, and the community services provided. He obtained his master's degree in Hospitality Management at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York in 1998. He was then hired by Wyndham Corporate in Orlando where he just recently completed 25 years of service, ending as Sustainability Manager for the company.
Doug was an active member of the US Tennis Assoc. and participated in many adult team tennis activities enjoying teammates and friends from all nationalities. As a young boy Doug suffered a tragic accident on the tennis court losing his left eye. However, that never dampened his enthusiasm or ability to excel and enjoy tennis competition. He steadily improved his game climaxed with winning the 2020 Pro Am Del Ray annual event in Florida.
He was reliably and consistently involved in his community and Windermere Parks and Recreation Committee. They are honoring his memory with a memorial service on Saturday, July 15th @2:00 PM at Windermere Town Hall and also renaming the community tennis courts to Bowman Courts.
Doug will be remembered as a kind and giving man who always saw opportunity rather than impediments for himself and others. He was intelligent, quick witted, and could always be counted on to show up for meaningful moments in his family's lives.
Doug leaves behind a sister, Charlotte Bowman Murphy of North Little Rock; a brother, Buddy Bowman of Little Rock; his nephews Chris Brown (Charisse), Blake Bowman (Christie), and Scott Bowman (Jaclyn); great nephews Sam Brown, Miles Brown, Carter Bowman, Henry Bowman, and Finn Bowman; a great niece, Helen Gwin, and his aunt Sandy Jones (Eugene).
A Celebration of Life will be held in Little Rock at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 19th, at Fellowship Bible Church/ Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Doug's beloved Shar Pei's, including Sandy, Moushi, and Beignet, memorials may be made to Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando at https://petallianceorlando.org/ways-give/donate.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
David Allen
January 5, 2025
I played tennis with Doug at the Pleasant Valley Country Club when we were teenagers. I remember him as a cheerful and lively boy with curly blond hair. He was great fun to be around. Even after he was blinded in one eye, he was still a lively loving person. As the obituary said, he did not let adversity get in the way of living his life.
John Hodges
August 22, 2023
Doug was one of the greater souls I knew. Always wanting to learn more, improve, and the first to offer a genuine compliment. I have a lot of great memories with Doug, and will miss our calls every couple of months.
Pedro Martinez
July 25, 2023
Doug you will be missed . Rest easy my friend.
-Pedro Martinez
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Marcie Feiger
July 19, 2023
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Bowman family. Doug was an amazing business partner and it was an honor to have worked with him over the last ten years. The consummate professional but most of all, a true gentleman!
He will be dearly missed by all.
We hope all of the wonderful, happy memories will be your strength.
Please know we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Marcie Feiger and the ENGIE Impact Team
Douglas Homeyer,CLU,LUTCF,RHU
July 19, 2023
I knew Doug was a great guy when I met him because he had the best first name!! Doug was one of the first guys I met when we moved to Little Rock in 1974. We grew up together went to Central High together and shared some great friends. I always loved seeing him at our high school reunions. Over the last few years we only lived a few hours away which brought our friendship back and closer. He was a great gentleman and I think about him all the time. I´m so glad he came to visit in St Pete and we both traveled to Little Rock for our 40th High School reunion. Rest in peace my friend . Doug Homeyer
Shannon Landon
July 18, 2023
Doug was always so positive and kind. He always made time to provide support. He was a great co- worker and a good friend. I worked with Doug for 15 years. He will be missed by so many people. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
Shannon Landon
July 18, 2023
Doug was always so kind and helpful anytime you needed help with anything. He always made time to provide support. He outlook was always positive and you always felt better about any challenges you had after talking to him. He will missed by so many people. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
Youssef O.
July 16, 2023
Doug was a man of great character, integrity and a genuine human being. I had the privilege of knowing and working with him for 10 years. Doug´s legacy will live on and he will always be remembered for the positive impact he made in everyone´s life.
Becky Guthrie
July 15, 2023
In loving memory to a wonderful person. Doug is and will continue to be missed both as a co-worker and a friend. May he rest in peace knowing his life had a positive influence and made difference to many people. My sympathy and prayers to his family that you will all find comfort in your many great memories.
Ramona Fike Miller
July 13, 2023
I adored Doug & am so saddenned by his passing.
His obituary is wonderful & it's huge & impressive the kind words all true, said about him. I was awed to learn Doug won the 2020 Tennis award and also, that they renamed the tennis courts in his honor! One thing I deeply admired about Doug, was his love of his dog(s).
I sent a donation to the "Pet Alliance Leaque" in lieu of flowers in his honor. Apparently, all 3 he owned - even 2 that already crossed the Rainbow Bridge were included in the obit/tribute, & that was so touching, powerful & deep. I am so sorry he has passed away. He was a tremendously loved light in so many lives. Deepest Condolances to all his family & loved ones
Andrew Meadors
July 13, 2023
Doug and I go back to the late 80´s. We were the same age. A lot in common. He was a kind soul , however I will miss his slightly devious sense of humor as well. We were fantasy football comrades for a long , long time. Rest In Peace my friend. Andrew Meadors.
Benton Brandon
July 13, 2023
Doug. What a prince. Gonna miss you and your kind and gentle aura. This is not fair. Miss you and your contributions to all of us.
Louis T Blanc
July 12, 2023
Doug was my friend from the very first day we met in college. Echoing many of the comments here, he was caring, passionate, and supportive ... always there to make you feel and be better. To his family, friends and colleagues, my condolences. Doug, you made a positive difference in this world. You will be missed.
Louie
Marc Gelina
July 12, 2023
I met Doug at the USTA in a tennis class for advanced players, I liked him right away and it didn´t take long for me to get to know him as a person, after I began coaching Doug privately and then I got to know him as a friend, he was a "Class Act" all the way, he loved all sports, knew them as well as anyone, loved his family, and was fantastic in his line of work. On June 19th we had our last session and he told me of some heart issues that the doctors were looking into, when I didn´t see him at the July 4th mixer I worried, then Ben Z sent me the email that he passed, such sad news. I won´t forget Doug and our many talks and times together. RIP Special Man
Marc Gelina USTA Coach
Ben Collinwood
July 12, 2023
I worked remotely with Doug for the past 7-8 years and he always answered the phone, was a hard worker, was thoughtful, diligent, upright and honest. That's hard to find these days in the corporate world. It was a pleasure working with him. He strived to do right by his company and worked hard to bring energy efficiency measures and renewable solar power to the homeowner associations he worked with, year after year. Doug was also a patient man, kind, loved to walk his dogs, invest in the stock market, and kept up to date on the news and trends of this World. I enjoyed his calls and speaking with him almost daily for years. You were a great presence on this Earth Doug! I'm grateful for you. May you enjoy additional peace in Heaven, where you surely have gone. Your friend,
Sushanto S.
July 12, 2023
Doug was such a gentle soul and always nice to talk to. He will be surely missed. Rest in peace, Doug.
Matt Tyburski
July 12, 2023
Doug was a great business partner and an even better human being. He will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with Doug and his family.
GL
July 11, 2023
Doug was the consummate Gentleman and friend who gave generously to all no questions asked. A calming and thoughtful presence in a chaotic world. I will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace.
Tinaka
July 11, 2023
I always called Doug "the nicest man on the planet" because he was always so helpful and kind. I never felt like I was bothering him and he clearly felt it was his job to support those in the field. Those of us in the field really appreciate that! I didn´t know Doug well but he always said hi to me when I saw him once or twice a year, and always remembered what was happening with my resort. He will be truly missed.
Rosanna Marks
July 11, 2023
I met Doug over 15 years ago. I was a new leader and he was very helpful as I started my career. Doug was passionate about what he did and always available to help. His kindness will be greatly missed by many.
Robert Hebeler
July 11, 2023
The world has lost a kind and gentle soul who was quick with a smile, offering words of encouragement and guidance. Doug will be missed on the Tennis Court, in the corporate office, and spending time with friends. May God embrace Doug as He is welcomed into his everlasting reward in Heaven joining his mother and other family members. May Doug rest in peace and love for all eternity.
Amy Bornmann
July 10, 2023
Doug was my LSU buddy at work. I could always count on him to celebrate Tigers wins with me. His presence will be missed. May he rest in peace.
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