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Terry was a loving husband, a wonderful father, and a hero to many. He was a Registered Nurse who touched the lives of childhood cancer patients for over 30 years at Norton Children's Hospital. He enjoyed volunteering every summer at Camp Quality, a camp that allows children with cancer to just be kids again. Terry was an avid UK fan and always had a cup of hot coffee in his hand.
Preceded in death by his father, Garnett Lee "Red" Bowman.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife of 35 years, Melinda "Janie" Gray Bowman; loving children, Audrey Nicole Bowman and Brandon Neal Bowman (Susie); precious granddaughters, Isis Elizabeth and Kenzie; mother, Virginia Ann Richey Bowman; siblings, Dr. Kenneth Lee Bowman (Sue), Daniel R. Bowman (Connie), Tammy Jo Blount (Greg), Theresa Hardy (Josh) and Diane Rutland (Stan); a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other family, friends; all those he loved that he worked with; and a multitude of children at the hospital that he cared for over the years.
Celebration of Life service will be held at 5pm Monday July 22, 2024, at Fern Creek Funeral Home. Visitation with be 12pm-5pm Monday.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Camp Quality Kentuckiana or Bree's Blessings
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Ray Klein
July 22, 2024
Terry's passing is a terrible loss to kids with cancer and to parents. Terry was my son Nicholas' nurse many times during our 2+ years in and out of Norton Children's Hospital. I often said that I never had a bad nurse in our time there. That is true but Terry's presence brought an extra assurance that my son was in great hands. A very caring and competent guy who was always focused on serving others.
Dianne Hibbs
July 22, 2024
Terry was my son's nurse 25 years ago and because of his connections with the kids and with Camp Quality, I have considered him a family friend ever since. Terry was such a caring person, always giving of himself and never expecting anything in return. With his calm manner, devotion to the kids, and fun loving spirit, he made every one he encountered feel better. I dont know how he was able to do that for so many years but will be forever grateful for the positive impact he had on my family for such a long time. What a wonderful person!
Kenzy
July 21, 2024
Something I will always remember about Terry is how he loved his coffee and his family friends and the kids, I will always remember how caring he was, funny, kind. He touched so many hearts and we will always remember him because of it. Ik he isnt in pain anymore and is at peace. We love and miss you always and forever.
Shellie Shouse
July 21, 2024
Terry was one of my son's nurses as my son fought cancer. Terry was invested in helping children beat cancer and most importantly in making them feel loved and cared for. Terry took a personal interest in everyone he came into contact with. No doubt, the world was a better place with Nurse Terry in it! We thank God for knowing him.
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James Mikesell
July 21, 2024
Terry was a wonderful human being and a devoted friend of mine that will be dearly missed. I love him for his generosity and caring attitude that could never be matched except by his loving and devoted wife Janie. What he did for all the kids he came across will also be unmatched. He overcame so much in his life and I loved making him blush when we spent time together. Really gonna miss my dear friend Terry. Love u sir,always!!!!
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