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Lisa Bowles Obituary

Lisa Kay Finn Bowles, 41, of Bowens Road in Pembroke departed this life on Saturday morning, October 6, 2007 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center at Myrtle Beach, S.C. while on vacation with her family. Born in Pulaski County on September 28, 1966, she was a daughter of Mary Collins Finn of Dublin and the late Lebron Finn, Sr. Lisa was a graduate of Pulaski County High School Class of 1984, a member of Giles Boosters, a caregiver of old and young alike and a former Girl Scout leader and Cookie Mom. She was preceded in death by her father; maternal grandmother, Nellie Akers; paternal grandparents, Luther and Dorothy Finn; and several aunts and uncles. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Mikeal Bowles; a son, Clayton Andrew Bowles; a daughter, Kayla Nichole Bowles, and she anticipated the arrival of her grandson, Landyn James; her mother; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and Wesley Largen of Dublin; a brother, Howard Finn of Dublin; nephews, Scott Largen of Dublin, Christopher Link of Pembroke, and Matthew and Mark Bowles of Narrows; a niece, April Link of Maybrook; several aunts and uncles; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bob and Sharon Bowles of Pembroke; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Timothy and Penny Bowles of Narrows; and sister-in-law and brotherin-law, Krista and Oliver Link of Maybrook. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 2 p.m. in Pembroke First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Terry Eversole officiating. Burial will follow in Birchlawn Burial Park in Pearisburg. The family will receive friends at The Kendall Funeral Home, 605 Snidow St. in Pembroke on Tuesday evening, October 9, 2007 from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to The Lisa Bowles Fund, P.O. Box 983, Pembroke, Va. 24136. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting kendallfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 7 to Oct. 9, 2007.

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Cynthia Croy

October 11, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

BEVERLY MANN STUMP

October 10, 2007

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMLY. TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME AND SHARE THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES YOU HAVE TO REMEBER LISA. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Peggy Caldwell

October 10, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay - I will always remember Lisa for her smile and her kindness. She was a friend to all and was always helping someone. She was one of the happiest people I've ever known. My prayers and thoughts are with each of you for the difficult days ahead. Our loss - Heaven's gain. God bless each of you in a special way.

Atkins

October 10, 2007

Bowles and Finn Family
Lisa was a special person. Keep her memories close to your heart. Our prayers are with you and will continue to be with all of you. Take care of each other, lean on each other, love each, and give a smile to each other that would make Lisa happy. Know she will be smiling with you.

Steve and Zachary Atkins
T. J. and Debbie Atkins
David Lee Merrix

SUSAN RIDDLE

October 10, 2007

HOWARD AND FAMILY,
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMIILY. LISA WAS A GREAT PERSON AND WILL BE MISS BY MANY.

Terry Stafford

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay,
Words just can't express my sorrow at Lisa's passing. I do know that there is a special angel waiting for you in heaven. May God give you peace and comfort. My prayers are with you all.

Deronda Bishop

October 9, 2007

Mary and Family,
I was very shocked to hear of the death of Lisa. It seems like only yesterday that she was coming in Sears and we would laugh and talk. She was always nice to me when ever I seen her. May God give you the comfort and love that you need in your time of bereavement.

Edward Mitchem

October 9, 2007

Kayla & the Bowles Family,
Kayla, I am sorry to hear about your loss! I lost my dad this past May. Stay strong, and keep God in your heart! I always remember your mom being active not only at Eastern, but also at the high school. She will be greatly missed!

Shirley Shrewsbury

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla,Clay, and all the family. I know that God needed another angel, Lisa sure was an angel. always full of laughter, and love, she grew up with my daughter ,my sister and was a special part of all of our family. She was a very special person. We will miss you so much. My prayers are with the whole family. May god bless you in this time of sorrow.
Shirley Berry Shrewsbury and Phillip Shrewsbury.

Genei Jennelle-Dunford

October 9, 2007

Mary and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our loss. Lisa was a good lady. I remember staying at your house as a child. My brothers and I had so much fun with Howard, Maryann and Lisa. I am just shocked. We had just spoken about a month ago, talking of our families and about the Lord.
Please allow the Lord to comfort you and give you some peace.
We will all miss her. She loved her family dearly and she always spoke with love when you talked about them.
She will be greatly missed.

Shelly DiRico

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay,
Lisa was a friendly and always smiling. She will be missed by Jamey and I and your family is in our prayers.Shelly and Jamey DiRico

Barbara Kellison

October 9, 2007

Dear Mike, Kayla and Clay,

We were so sorry to hear about Lisa. May our thoughts and prayers be a comfort to you at this very difficult time.

Jack, Barbara and Hannah

Vic & Sue Edwards

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla, and Clay,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Lisa was a special person and will be greatly missed. May God grant you peace and comfort in your many wonderful memories. God bless each of you during this difficult time.

Heather Tuck

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay- My deepest sympathy to you all. Lisa was my sons first daycare provider, what a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed. God Bless your family.

Eva Hudson

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay
Lisa was a such a wonderful person. She touched my life and the lives of my children through Adventure Club and Girl Scouts. She was such a positive and happy role model for all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Kevin, Eva, Alisha and Jacob Hudson

Leslie Williams-Simpkins

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla, and Clay,
You guys are in our prayers. The SPARTANS have lost a remarkable and dear friend. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. We will surely miss Lisa’s bright and welcoming smile on Friday nights. May god watch over you!
Love your fellow Spartans,
Leslie Williams-Simpkins, Jeff (Cuz) and Merinda Williams, Cosmo (voice of the Spartans), and Seth Davis

John, Kathy, Cody Stanley & The Eggleston Vol. Fire Dept. Members

October 9, 2007

Kayla and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Teri Eppling

October 9, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay,
We are so sorry for your loss. You always seemed liked a happy family and I know you will miss her greatly, but you have each other to hold on to. Lisa was always friendly and helpful and she will be missed by everyone. God Bless you all !
with deepest sympathy,
Ricky, Teri and Andrew Eppling

Gingy Wolcott

October 8, 2007

Dear Mike and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. She was a wonderful person and we enjoyed talking with her every year at the family reunion. She will be greatly missed by all of us. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of need.
Gingy, Mark, Catherine, Jessica

joyce hardy

October 8, 2007

to vicki bowls and her family. I hope this is the right one because if she went to the nazarene church . I used to live next to the church adn got married in this particular church . Vicki if this is your sister I am so sure you are at your wits end right now. I can give you a word of comfort that she is and will bve looking down on you and being the angel you was when you were inschool. I just wanted you to know that even if you are not the one i am thinking of you have my symphthy. your friend from jefferson high school and christ. joyce gray hardy

Marcia Burckhalter

October 8, 2007

Dear Mike and Family,
We were so shocked and saddened by the loss of Lisa. She was always so friendly. We always enjoyed visiting with her at the family reunions. Know that you and the rest of the family are our thoughts and prayers.
Love to all,

Marcia, James, Russell and Laura

Phyllis Massey

October 8, 2007

To Mike and family.
I am so sorry to hear about Lisa. Lisa was the type of person who touched the hearts and lives of every one who knew her. She had a smile for every one she met. I met her years ago at the A/G church up little stoney. Lisa had a beautiful voice. I loved to hear her sing" Thy Word " She will will be missed by all of the ones who loved her. May you find comfort in knowing that you will meet again some day.May God bless you all.

Deidre White

October 8, 2007

Dear Family,
My heart aches for each of you. Lisa was a dear person. She was so caring and giving. She will live on in the hearts of the many people she touched. I pray for peace and comfort for you all during this time.
~ Dee, Steven & Foster

Jean Linkous Keith

October 8, 2007

Dear Finn Family,
Lisa and I were inseperable as young girls and I just wanted to express my condolences to you and the Bowles Family. God could never have given us a more kind friend and only wish that I could have spent more time with her as we have grown older. We love you all and are here for you.

Brenda McKinney

October 8, 2007

Dear Family,

Lisa was such a remarkable person; warm, friendly, always offering to help in any way that she could. We will truly miss her presence and bright smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

The McKinney Family

Jeff, Brenda & Amber

Ann Vaught

October 8, 2007

God places people in our lives at different times for different reasons - sometimes it's just to give us a new friend. Lisa was a caregiver for my grandma and we got to know each other there. We shared lots of laughs and even a few tears during the time Lisa was caring for my grandma. Lisa not only cared for grandma she cared ABOUT grandma and that makes her special to me.

Jerry and Cheryl Workman

October 8, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donnetta Snider

October 8, 2007

Mike, Clay & Kayla, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Donnetta, Kelsey, Logan & Micanna Snider

Mitzi Sadler-Thorne

October 8, 2007

Our hearts and prayers are with you. Lisa had a heart of gold and a smile for every one that she saw. She was loved by many. Love in Christ. Mitzi and Hannah Thorne

Kim Raymond

October 8, 2007

Mike, Kayla and Clay,
Our hearts go out to you at this time. We will miss Lisa so much. She was a great friend who always had a smile on her face. She was great with my kids in Adventure Club and they truly loved her. We all loved her and will miss her so much. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do to help, please don't hesitate to call.
Bobby, Kim, Danielle and Dylan

Ralph ,Karen & family Harless

October 8, 2007

Dear Mike,Kayla,Clay,and family
We are so sorry to hear about Lisa.May Christ our loving Shepherd extend to you His comfort and care.Our thoughts and prayers are with you & family. With Deep Sympathy.

Wes, Mary Ann & Scott Largen

October 8, 2007

Dear Sis,
We love and miss you very much.
We will always remember you with laughs and hugs. You were my best friend and confident. I will miss you always. I know you are up in heaven looking down on us and smiling. Save a place for me because one day I will be standing beside you holding your hand and giving you a great big hug and kiss.

Donna Bishop

October 8, 2007

Mary Ann and Wesley and Family
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF US. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND COMFORT YOUR HEARTS

Bob Parks

October 7, 2007

Mike & Family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.I will always remember the Love Lisa had for Jackson & Madelyn
Bob & ANN

Arleta Brown

October 7, 2007

Dear Family,
Our family is so saddened about Lisa. She was the sweetest, kindest person and had the most beautiful smile. We have very fond memories of the Finn family and our family when we attended the Nazarene Church when Mary Ann, Howard and Lisa were little kids. When we all get to Heaven, we'll all be together again. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Brown Family,

Doug, Arleta, Dee, Jill, & Lynn

SUE SHELTON

October 7, 2007

I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY CONDOLENCESTO THE FAMIY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. LOVE IN CRIST, SUE

Nikki Douthat

October 7, 2007

Lisa was such a sweet person. There was never a time that I saw her that she wasn't smiling. She always seemed so happy and she will truly be missed. Kayla, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather Higginbotham

October 7, 2007

Lisa used to be my babysitter when I was a small child. Such great memories of her still remain. She was such a wonderful person and really loved her children and family. She was really a remarkable person. She will always be remembered

Joel and Penny Lawson

October 7, 2007

Mike and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The brief time we were allowed to know her was indeed a blessing. Had a great time playing putt-putt and man could she ride those go carts. GOD Bless You All.

Judy Bowling

October 7, 2007

Mary:

I am so very sorry for your loss. We are in TN for the month of Oct. and will not be home, therefore, we will not be able to be at the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family and Lisa's family.

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