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Published by Vincent Funeral Home - Providence Forge from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2008.

BOWERY, Charles Ryland Sr. "Buddy," 78, of Quinton, Va., passed away November 17, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Emma Kirby Bowery; one son, Lt. Col. Charles R. Bowery Jr. (Mary Ann), U.S. Army, stationed in Germany; one daughter, Leighann Bowery of Chesterfield, Va.; two stepdaughters, Cathy Theimer Davis (Vin) of Eltham, Va., Susan Theimer Thomas Bergerard (Jean-Claude) of Quinton, Va. He is also survived by three brothers, Raymond A. Bowery (Jane) of Lawrenceville, Ga., Cecil F. Bowery (Bonnie) of Quinton, Va., and Leon B. Bowery (Gerry) of Charles City, Va.; one sister, Phylis Bowery Butler of Quinton, Va.; four grandchildren, Brian Davis (Johanna) of Eltham, Va., Amy Davis Dixon (Jed) of Manteo, N.C., Everette Thomas (Colleen) of Marshall, Va., and Jessica Thomas Morris (Ian) of Fredericksburg, Va.; and four great-grandchildren. Buddy served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and retired from the City of Richmond Fire Department after 25 years of service. He loved his farm and working the land, raising cows (especially Black Angus), and recently boarding horses. In his later years, he decided to learn to fly. Buddy kept his plane at the farm and could be seen taking off and landing from his self-made pasture landing strip, scattering cows as he took off and landed. He was an avid reader, and found delight in discovering new things daily. Buddy was a friend and willing listener to everyone, and was ready to help in any situation. Not only did Buddy love his Lord, but also his family, his farm, and life in his homeland of Quinton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, Va. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, also at the funeral home, with the burial following in Emmaus Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Bon Secours Hospice, 8580 Magellan Parkway, Richmond, Va. 23227, or Emmaus Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 533, Quinton, Va. 23141.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 25, 2008

Shawn Ploe posted to the memorial.

November 21, 2008

Link and Jo White posted to the memorial.

November 20, 2008

Crys Gaston posted to the memorial.

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Shawn Ploe

November 25, 2008

Mrs Bowery, and Leighann,

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Bowery's passing. I spent many a day with you and your family. He was always so kind to me, I will never forget that. I will pray for you all in this loss.

Shawn (Schweitzer) Ploe

Link and Jo White

November 21, 2008

Dear Emma and family. Please accept our deeptest sympathy in Buddies passing. He was such a kind, giving and gentle person who's spirit continues on in the lives of you and his wonderful family. Link and I are so fortunate to have known him and felt the great love he shared with us as we were welcomed into the family. Both of you are such wonderful examples of God's love! May He give you comfort in the day's ahead and know that our love and prayers are with you, Cathy, Charles and Mary Ann.
Love,

Crys Gaston

November 20, 2008

Dear Emma,
It's always sad to hear about someone we care about passing from this world to the next as we were when we heard about your beloved Buddy. But somehow it has bigger implications when that someone was a pillar of our community such as Buddy Bowery was. I can recall him speaking at church with such authority, speaking to children with kindness and a sense of fun and it seems there was no one who did not know him. There is no doubt he is someone who will be missed far and wide. We are thinking of you.

Amy LaPrade

November 20, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. If you need any help around the farm please let us know.

Brian, Amy, Brittany, and BC Laprade

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Steve Whitlock

November 20, 2008

Emma, I am truly saddened at your and family's loss. My memories with Buddy are distant but still to this day talked about and cherished. I enjoyed coming to the 'country' as a kid.I truly believe great people go on to greater things after they leave us and Buddy certainly qualifies! Seeing all of you brings back wonderful experiences.

Michael Stanley

November 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rusty and Vicki Bostic

November 19, 2008

Emma, Brian and family,
We were saddened to learn of the loss of Buddy. Our thoughts are with you. Take comfort in your memories and gain the strength from one another to get through this difficult time

Kim Turner

November 19, 2008

Emma, Cathy and Family - our sympathies to you during your loss. I remember Buddy for his tractors and talking to Lauren about the horses. God Bless You! Kim, Jason, Lauren and Carly Turner

Rusty Harrington

November 19, 2008

To the Bowery Family-
My deepest sympathies on hearing the news of Buddy's passing. I first met him when I took a job at the New Kent County Airport. To me, Buddy personified a true southern gentleman. He was so kind and friendly, but rather quiet. I don't believe he had to say much because it was just the fact that being in his company was enough. For that alone, we will miss him. Please accept my condolences on your loss.

Donald Jackson

November 19, 2008

Emma and family,I was truly saddened to hear about Buddy. He was always ready with a kind word whenever it was needed. I know the entire Quinton community is sharing your grief,with the loss of a great patriarch,and noble gentleman.

Cathy Carl (J-E-T-T)

November 19, 2008

Emma,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have always had a special place in my heart.
Cathy

Cyril BERGERARD

November 19, 2008

My familly and i are with you during this dificult moment .Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Charlotte & Skip Dixon

November 18, 2008

Dear Emma and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cal shares Buddy's love of planes,I will remind him of his great
grandfather when we make our trips
to the airport. Love, Charlotte

Patsy Cornett

November 18, 2008

Emma,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Buddy will be greatly missed but he will be in our hearts forever.

Viki Mihalcoe (Malechek)

November 18, 2008

Mrs. Bowery & Family, As a tear runs down my face, all I can think is that "GOD" has called another great "Quintoneer" to be by his side. Shoes no one can fill, and footsteps we cannot forget! May GOD watch over you, keep you safe, and give you strength to complete the tasks he has set for you... Lovingly,

GloriaCouch Daniel

November 18, 2008

Dear Bowery Family,
I am sorry for your loss. With heartfelt sympathy.
Inez Couch Hawthorne (New Kent)

Peggy Putze

November 18, 2008

The Bowery Family,
Buddy will be missed, My prayer are with you and your family. I remember the times that Buddy would fly the plane and how he always took tiime to take care of the cows. May God comfort his family at this time.

(Putzes Trailer Park)

Debbie Alvis

November 18, 2008

Buddy was a kind, fun-loving and genuine man. I will remember the fun we used to have fishing in his pond. To his family, I send my sincere condolences; he will be missed by many.

Walter and Cindy Cornett

November 18, 2008

Emma, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Buddy was a great man and will be missed dearly. If you need anything at all please don't hesitate to ask.

Anne & Chesney Rhoades

November 18, 2008

Buddy was a kind, gentle man. He will be missed.

Betsy Mountcastle

November 18, 2008

What gratitude and affection we feel for Mr. Bowery as we remember with sweet pleasure the many Christmases when we drove slowly along Henpeck Road marveling at his "light fantasy" and our children squealing their approval. We will always appreciate him as we think back to the springs when he welcomed our children (and me) over to greet the tiny lambs or goats or whatever other little creatures that had been birthed that year. Thank you, Buddy. Betsy and Dennis Mountcastle

JoAnne & John Englehart

November 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor

November 18, 2008

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

Terry Jeter-Bell

November 18, 2008

Although I never remember meeting him my grandparents and father talked of him and his family. Which made it seem like he was a very well liked and loved person, whom I wish I could of met in person.

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