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Donald E. "Donny" Bowes Jr.
Donald E. "Donny" Bowes Jr.
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Donny adored his family. He enjoyed playing Santa every year for his grandkids, many families, and the Quincy Fire Department. He loved going to sporting events with his kids, taking road trips, hot dogs at Castle Island, and visiting the family cottage in Plymouth. Donny worked as the security supervisor for the Boston Red Sox for 15 years at "Gate A" and was very well known and loved there. He took pride in his work and was a dedicated employee. He also currently worked at 100 Hancock Street in Quincy. Previously he worked at Barry's Deli and Stop & Shop deli in North Quincy for years. Donny was a fun and spontaneous man who knew everyone and was larger than life. He was outgoing and a friend to anyone he met. He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Loving son of Donald E. Bowes, Sr. and Elizabeth Bowes of Quincy. Beloved husband of Christine Bowes of Quincy. Cherished father of Donald E. Bowes, III of Quincy, Jennifer Bowes of Rockland, Shane Ceurvels of Quincy, and Matthew Bowes of Quincy. Loving brother of Tom Bowes and his wife Kathleen of Braintree and Michael Bowes of Quincy. Devoted grandfather of Kaylee, Hayleigh, Bradley, Jaelynn, Julian, and the late Zachery. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and a very large extended family.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Friday 3-8 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 930 AM on Saturday prior to the Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 10:30 AM. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Donny Bowes Memorial Fund, c/o Quincy Credit Union, 100 Quincy Ave, Quincy, MA 02169.
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Michael Manning
March 8, 2025
I know Donnie is getting excited this time of year to start the season at Fenway, the most electric place on earth and the place he loved to be.
Michael Manning
January 12, 2023
I worked with Donny back in 1985-1986 at Gillette in Southie. We became close friends right away and hung out all the time. I remember one night at Cronins pub in Southie after work [2nd] shift, I bet him that he couldn't name 100 players that have ever played for the Red Sox. His eyes lit up as we got napkins and started to write them down. 10 minutes later I had lost the bet. Lol He loved that team like no one I've ever seen. DB you were bigger than life brother and I only wish we kept in touch. Til I see you next time, rest in peace and keep swinging for the fences.
Rocky
May 27, 2022
My dearest friend, Dusty. The last texts we exchanged we expressed our love for one another. I will always cherish these texts. You were an amazing friend to me. Supportive, reliable, kind and compassionate. I cannot wrap my head around your not being here. I look forward to the day I see you again. Thank you being my friend.
Kody D
March 20, 2022
Mr. Bowes, you are amazing. From the times i´ve seen you you lit up the room, being an amazing and positive person putting a smile to me and my buddies faces. I´ve made memories with Matt and you and everyone, and i´m looking forward to making more in your honor. All love
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Greg Hanley
March 19, 2022
The World seems a little less brighter today.... But Heaven is in for a real treat! God Bless you Donny Bowes... May your light and your laugh shine down upon us all through our most gracious God, Amen
James morash
March 18, 2022
The nicest guy in Quincy I will never forget you my Friend
Jeff Daru
March 18, 2022
Donny was a great father & friend. He was always in good spirits, always the life of the party. He will be truly missed by all that knew him...
James. Minton
March 16, 2022
Dear donny. Family
I met donny at barry's deli in quincy
He worked with me at stop and shop in north. Quincy ma
He will always put a big smile on my face all the time
He will be missed in my heart and soul from jamie
Rob Marifiote
March 16, 2022
Donny, I am at a loss for words! You were truly an amazing and genuine person and I am so grateful and blessed I had the opportunity to know you. You and your family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I am going to miss you calling me "Boston Rob" and I will miss calling you "Donny Donny Donny". To the family, my sincerest condolences! Please know that he will always be with you and will always be smiling down on you
Red Sox Fan
March 16, 2022
The loss of Donny´s presence at Gate A is inexplicable. Seeing Donny greeting fans with his positive energy and smiling face was as great as seeing a game go into extra innings with a win. Gate A will never be the same - ever!! Thoughts and prayers to the family and everyone who was lucky enough to be his friend. The world is a different place without you Donny!! Much Love - from a Big Red Sox Fan and a Bigger Donny Fan!!
John Ronan
March 15, 2022
God bless you, Donny Bowes, may you rest in peace
William Thomason
March 15, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Donnys family. We will miss his morning cheer and greeting at 100 Hancock.
Denise Leschernier
March 15, 2022
I am lost for the words.. I´m so sorry just doesn´t seem to be enough. This is such a devastating loss to all his family and so many more. Donny will live on in the hearts of hundreds of people, for a very long time. So many wonderful memories.
Dave Vieira
March 14, 2022
Donnie always had this unique ability to make you feel so important. I agree, your presence at gate A will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace my friend.
Anita Perkins
March 14, 2022
My condolences to the Bowes family. There are no words to help heal the pain. Donny left his footprint everywhere he went, if you were you were lucky enough to know Donny, you were lucky enough. His giant smile and humor will be forever etched in our hearts. Thank you Donny for being you, we were lucky to have you in our world, even for a short time. Blessed to call you a friend. Keeping your family in my prayers. rest in peace
JohnKeenan
March 14, 2022
You were the best
Gate A and my Fenway days will never work be the same without 206´s infectious smile and welcoming voice.Every time I went into work Donny would always go out of his way to say hello no matter how far away you were.To Chrissy all the kids and all the Bowes family your are all in my thoughts and Prayers
You will be missed more than you could ever imagine my friend
Love you man
RIP Donny
Ryan Baker
March 14, 2022
Donny, you were a truly remarkable person and I consider myself truly blessed to have known you. I hope one day we get the chance to meet again. Rest in peace.
Nicholas Souris
March 14, 2022
Donny I'm shocked and devastated my the news of your passing
I'm gonna miss ya brother seeing you every day at Fenway park
R.I.P. DONNY
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