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John Bowman Obituary
John Edward Bowman, 69
May 30, 1952 - December 28, 2021
John Edward Bowman, 69, of Billings, MT, passed away on December 28, 2021, following a short battle with cancer. He was born May 30, 1952, in Butte, MT, the son of the late Donald C. and Betty Bowman of Billings, MT. John's first job was with Yamaha. He was a lover of motorcycles, cars, music, and the Raiders football team. John was excellent in mathematics. When he graduated from Butte High in 1970, he was accepted to MIT in Boston, MA. He elected to remain in Montana and attended Montana Tech. John enjoyed his long working career with Montana Power Company and was an active member of the Billings Chamber of Commerce. John was most proud of his family. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Dawn (Bowman) and Mat Sharp of Worland, WY; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Jennie (Hveem) Bowman of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Hayden and Caleb Fraser of Billings, MT; Cade Overstreet of Billings, MT; Beau Bowman of Las Vegas, NV; his brother and sister-in-law Mike and Patsy (Capp) Bowman of Billings, MT; and two nephews and two nieces. A celebration of life ceremony will be held over Memorial Day weekend in May 2022 in Billings, MT. If interested in attending, please email the family at [email protected].
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Dale King
January 17, 2025
John was a good a friend as I have ever had. We just enjoyed spending our free time together, didn't have to be doing anything special, just hanging out evenings and weekends. One of my biggest regrets is that towards the end I did not know of his illness. I would have been in the hospital holding his hand. I love and miss you brother! Dale King
Rick Hardy
January 24, 2023
My friend, my brother from another mother, It's been a year and I miss you . You gave me so many good memories of our time together. I would give anything in the world to have you back to make more. Knowing you, I got the feeling that the Las Vegas Raiders would will win the Super Bowl from here on out .You must be busy looking out for Brian & Dawn . You left to soon , and put a hole in my heart , but I will always think of you with a smile & a tear. They say in order to have a friend , you got to be one . You were that & then some, I wish I could have done more for you. You will never be forgotten .
Ann Molk
February 6, 2022
John was a great friend to all. He is missed
Carrie Rae-parr
February 5, 2022
Gone too soon, I'm glad John didn't have to suffer much. So glad my mom and me got to get together with John, Betty, Mike and Patsy a few years ago. My mom and I will trust her that forever.
Dale King
February 1, 2022
One of my closest friends, I'll miss you buddy.
Ronald Benton
January 30, 2022
I was friends with John in grade school. They were fun times. I´m sorry for your loss.
Laurie Stolba
January 26, 2022
RIP John..you were a character for sure..but a sweet guy..I have good memories of you..Dawn and Brian..I am so sorry for your loss..hold the good memories of your dad close..you meant the world to him.
Cochran Kristi b
January 25, 2022
I will always love you my dear lifelong friend
Michelle Jauss Clayton
January 25, 2022
May you have peace John. I will always remember sitting around your kitchen table.
Betty and Michael
January 24, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Johns passing. He was such a good friend to us Will always remember the fun times we had as neighbors together. Rest In Peace John - you will be remembered fondly!
Rene' Beyl
January 24, 2022
John was my favorite donut run partner and friend. He was such a kind soul. May he for ever be people watching and enjoying a cold beer in heaven!
Kathie Brown
January 24, 2022
My sympathy to the family. Keep close your memories.
Adam
January 24, 2022
One of the greatest guys I´ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. You will be missed. Love you JB!
Go Raiders!
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