Lydia M. Bowe

Lydia M. Bowe
August 23, 1960 - January 21, 2025
It is with immense sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our mother Lydia M. Bowe (nee Marigliano) on January 21, 2025 at the age of 64.
Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Lydia was the daughter of the late Anthony and Lydia Marigliano. She grew up in a tight-knit family alongside her beloved brothers, Anthony (Chris) and Steven, who have since passed, and her surviving brother James (Jimmy) Marigliano. The bond her and her brothers shared was unbreakable and remained strong throughout their lives.
Lydia attended St. Gabriel's Parish and Grade School, where she made countless friends who remained by her side for the remainder of her life.
She continued her education at Saint Maria Goretti High School and later took college courses before finding employment at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where she dedicated her career to supporting medical staff and helping others. She remained a valued and compassionate employee at HUP until her recent passing.
In the early 90s, Lydia met the love of her life, Thomas J. Bowe, and they married on May 6, 1995. Their love was deep and unwavering. In 1996, Lydia and Tommy moved to South Jersey (Turnersville) where they built a loving home alongside their two young daughters and Lydia's parents (the late Anthony and Lydia Marigliano). Together, they created a warm and nurturing home, cherishing the life they had worked so hard to build. Raising their daughters in that home brought them immeasurable joy and fulfillment-it was the happiest chapter of their lives. Even after Tommy's unfortunate illness and passing in 2015, Lydia's profound love and devotion to him remained steadfast, a testament to the deep love they shared.
Above all else, Lydia was a dedicated and loving mother to her two daughters, Lydia (Bob) Horan and Kaitlyn (Edwin Hicks) Bowe. She poured her heart into their care, happiness and success – always putting them first. In recent years, her greatest joy came from her grandchildren, Vaida and Archie Horan, who brought light, laughter, and immense joy into her life.
Lydia had a deep passion for music and was unquestionably The Who's number one fan, attending countless concerts and sharing her love of music with those around her throughout her life. She was also a devoted Philadelphia sports fan and had a deep dedication to the United States Military and Veterans Associations. But more than anything, Lydia will be remembered for her kindness and generosity – she never hesitated to help others, whether it was a coworker who needed advice, friends in need of a favor, or strangers in the neighborhood who needed clothes, food, a ride, or errand, etc.. - she would go out of her way to help anyone in need.
She leaves behind her daughters, grandchildren, brother, and many nieces, nephews, dear friends, and coworkers who will miss her deeply.
Family and friends are invited to visit with family Friday, January 31st 3:00 – 4:30 PM at Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Road, Washington Twp. A celebration of Lydia's life will be held at 4:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made in her memory to: Veterans Helping Veterans, P.O. Box 337, Woodbury, NJ 08096 an organization incredibly close to her heart.
Lydia's love, strength, compassion, and resilience will live on through her daughters and grandchildren, as well as in the hearts of all who knew her.