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Susan Bowman Obituary
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and faithful friend, Susan Louise Bowman, 65, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 20, 2019 while in Ft. Myers, Florida after a courageous 28 month battle with pancreatic cancer. In addition to her parents, Dr. Richard Hampton Scurlock, Sr. (2012) and Mary Ann Babcock Scurlock (1993), a daughter Megan Louise Bowman (1987) and a granddaughter Lily James Bowman (2019), preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Tim Bowman of Canton; her siblings, Richard Scurlock Jr. and his wife, Robin of Louisville, Kentucky, Steven Scurlock and his wife, Debra of Portsmouth, Ohio, David Scurlock and Mary Coblentz of Wooster, Ohio, Jennifer Scurlock Young and Olen Ackman of Columbus, Ohio and Mark Scurlock of Sarasota, Florida; children, Jessica Miller of Austin, Texas, Matthew Bowman and his wife, Laura of Austin, Texas and their two children, Caleb and Mila, and Joe Bowman and his wife, Jillian of Dublin, Ohio and their two children, Camden and Peyton. Susan was a 1971 graduate of Portsmouth High School and a 1975 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She taught school for over 20 years in deaf education and special needs between Huntington, West Virginia and Jackson Local Schools. She loved spending time with family and friends, working out, going to Ohio State football games, selling Avon, and caring for her numerous students over the years. Susan taught us all to love all of those around us, laugh often, and live each day to the fullest. She loved her faith, her husband, her family and her friends. All of us will dearly miss her until we meet again. Friends may call 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Heitger Funeral Home – Jackson Chapel, 5850 Wales Ave NW, Massillon, Ohio 44646. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 26, 2019, at Church of the Lakes with the Pastor Brian George officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Church of the Lakes at 5944 Fulton Dr NW, Canton, OH 44718 or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in her memory. Condolences to the family may be made at Heitger.com
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Charles Pappas
January 1, 2021
Great lady to and neighbor. Her way not to let sad or bad news in your way. She will be missed.
April 26, 2019
Dear Tim and Family,
I am saddened to hear of Sue's passing. My heart goes out to you all in your time of grief! May you all have fond memories of a terrific Wife, Mother and Grandmother to to help you through your sorrow. Hugs and Prayers!
Meg and Michael Perez
April 26, 2019
Tim, Nick and are are so sorry to hear about Susan. We pray that God gives you and your family strength to get through this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Nick and Roseann Eustathios
April 25, 2019
Dear Bowman/Scurlock Families,
So sad to hear of Susans passing. She was an awe inspiring woman. We heard often over the past 28 months of the ups and downs in her battle with cancer. She touched the lives of so many in a great way.Susan has won the battle now. May she rest in peace. Our prayer is for much love, strength and courage for all of you during this difficult time. God bless you all.
The Tschannens, Heinz and Debra
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Kelly Wood (Evans)
April 25, 2019
Jessica,
I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I talked to her a few times over the years at Shady, and we laughed about the old soccer days. She specifically laughed thinking about Z at ISC wearing his short red shorts and tanning. Your mom was always nice to my girls at Strausser.
Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Kit Scott
April 25, 2019
Tim and family
So sorry for your loss. Sue was a wonderful person. She was so full of life but she has left you with so many great memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
April 25, 2019
Tim
my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Todd Hyland
April 25, 2019
My condolences to the Scurlock family and prayers
Nancie & Rich Leon
April 24, 2019
What a beautiful and lovely lady! We remember her well from our days at Shady Hollow. We send our sincere sympathy to all. Nancie and Rich Leon
Gayle (Jim) Procario (McCracken)
April 24, 2019
Dear Tim and family, Jim & I send sincere condolences during this difficult time. We enjoyed knowing Susan, if even for a brief time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy & Len Assante
April 24, 2019
Dear Tim and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May the passage of time heal your sorrow and ease your pain. God's Blessings are wished for you this day.
Crenda Pickering
April 23, 2019
Tim and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Susan passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heitger Funeral Services Jackson Chapel
April 23, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Pat Walsh Rivera
April 23, 2019
So sorry for the loss of wife , mother, and grandmother. I remember Susan from High school. She was a couple of years ahead of me . I always remember her smiling all the time. My prayers for your family.
Mike/Debbie Estep
April 23, 2019
Tim and Family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Susan had a love for life and lived it well. She fought a courageous battle to the end. She will be missed by so many. May she rest in peace. Love to all.
Sandy Conley
April 23, 2019
Sue was always smiling and full of energy. She touched many young lives in a positive way. God bless her soul. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Sandy Conley
Beverly & Saul Esparza & family
April 23, 2019
Tim, Jessica, Matt, Joe and family,
Susan always knew how to make you laugh. She was a very caring and a wonderful person. She was so proud of her family and loved you so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you cherish your wife's/mother's life through grief, love and happy Memories.
Christina Kyle Casteel
April 23, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are going out to the extended Scurlock family.
I remember a wonderful family, filled with love, fun, and kindness. God bless them all as they struggle through this difficult time.
With the fondest regards,
Christina Kyle Casteel
April 23, 2019
Tim & Family,
Susan was a source of inspiration for all she came into contact with ~ always a smile and a kind word. I will always remember our walks & long "girl" chats we had while in the Nobles Pond neighborhood. We became neighbors and close friends and shared many great times together. I still make the "Scurlock" mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving every year ! I will truly miss Susan but know she is close by when needed :) Hugs to everyone
Love
Lyn Eck
Dawn Oliver
April 23, 2019
Tim and family, I'm so sorry to hear of you Loss. She was always smiling and will be definitely missed! Your in our prayers. Dawn and Denny Oliver
April 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at Hosea 13:14 console your heart.
Heidi Simpson (Outzen)
April 23, 2019
Bowman family , I'm so sorry for the loss of Sue. She always had a smile and I remember her laugh. Spent many hours with her at Jackson soccer games. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Connie Rizos-Guist
April 23, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you honor and say a final goodbye to...May her memory be eternal
D Hoffer
April 22, 2019
So sorry for your loss. A truly special individual.
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