Tonia Lynn Bowen

Tonia Lynn Bowen obituary, Savannah, TN

Tonia Lynn Bowen

Tonia Bowen Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah website to view the full obituary.
Tonia Lynn Bowen was born October 27, 1975 in Savannah, Tennessee the daughter of Freddie and Sandra Bowen.
After graduating from Hardin County High School, Tonia studied computer programming at Northeast Mississippi Community college and later became a certified nail technician. She spent her time in the workforce as a mail clerk at South Central Correctional Facility, and in the billing department at Hardin Medical Center, and at Movie Gallery where she was able to share her love of movies with others.
Tonia was tech savvy. She had great computer skills, knowledge which later transformed in to cell phone expertise. She loved fashion, especially accessories. She was always shopping for the perfect purse or anything that sparkled.
Tonia loved animals. Her beloved dogs were a great comfort to her during the many years she spent at home due to extensive health issues. The only thing she loved more was her family, especially her parents who were a constant support system throughout her life.
Tonia departed this life on November 13, 2025 in Jackson, Tennessee. She is survived by her parents, Freddie and Sandra Bowen; brother and sister-in-law, Jeremy and Jana Bowen; beloved nephew, Henry Bowen; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Fred and Annie Mae Bowen; and maternal grandparents, Homer and Louise Turnbow.

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