Warren C. Bowen

Warren C. Bowen obituary

Warren C. Bowen

Warren Bowen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Murphy-Parks Funeral Services on Dec. 1, 2025.

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Warren C. Bowen, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Willows of Shelbyville.

He was born February 8, 1957, in South Carolina to Robert G. Bowen, Sr. and Irene (Greene) Bowen.

Warren graduated from Shelbyville High School with the Class of 1975. He also attended Purdue University. He worked as a manager in the food service industry for most of his life. He managed several restaurants throughout his career. Warren had a love for music. Playing his guitars and listening to all types of music was one of his favorite pastimes. He also enjoyed cooking. His favorite times were spent with his kids and grandkids.

He is survived by his son, Christopher Bowen; his daughter, Mandy Matthews; his sons, Dustin (wife, Tisha) Bowen and Casey Kemps (Jessica Hardy); his daughter, Jackie Cillizza (Jason Dusich); his grandchildren, Trinity, Nevaeh B., Michael, Dalton, Colton, Nevaeh H., Damien, Jaylen, Ryland, Jaxon, Draygon, Kayla, Elias and Junya; 3 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Tim Bowen (Christina Napier) and Gary (wife, Joanne) Bowen; 3 nephews and 2 nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Joshua Bowen.

A Gathering of Friends will be Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from Noon to 2 p.m. with military rites conducted by our local veteran organization at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Warren's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.

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