Darl Gene Bowman, 65, of Malta, OH, passed away Monday, April 28th, 2025, at his home.
Darl was born February 14th, 1960, in Malta, OH, to Robert Gene and Lula Bell {Richardson} Bowman. He married Angela Forsythe on July 8th, 1995.
He was an avid hunter, golfer and fisherman. He was in the printing industry for the first twenty years of his career. Wanting to open his own business, he became a licensed contractor helping improve other’s homes and businesses. Darl enjoyed time with his family and friends, often hosting them and traveling to visit them.
Darl will be deeply missed by his wife; son Travis (Sara) Bowman, daughter Rachel Southall; grandchildren Avaleigh and Olivia Bowman, Uriah and Ivann Southall; brother Brian (Susan) Bowman; many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Darl was preceded in death by his parents.
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