Terry L. Bowman

1954 - 2025

Terry L. Bowman, age 71, of the Town of Lee, passed away, peacefully, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on February 3, 1954, in Oneida, NY, to the late Ted and Betty (Prosser) Andrewski. On February 20, 1988, he married his wife, of 37 years, Teresa Coluccio, in Coral Springs, FL.

Terry was a proud Marine veteran, a stubborn puzzle solver and an expert Mickey Mouse pancake flipper. His passions ranged from culinary arts - having attended The Culinary Institute of America - to historic home restorations, where he applied his craftsmanship. His adventurous spirit led him to live life to its fullest, cherishing moments with his family and embracing every challenge with his energetic personality and humor.

Terry is survived by his wife, Teresa Bowman; his mother-in-law, Carmella M. Coluccio; and two sons, John C. Tarbania III (Mary) and Andrew L. Bowman (Liz). He also leaves four beloved grandchildren, Amanda L. Tarbania, Vanessa M. Tarbania, Mason A. Tarbania and Kylie A. Tarbania; as well as several nieces and nephews. Terry's family extended beyond people, as he shared his home with one dog, two ducks and one very mean cat.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ted and Betty (Prosser) Andrewski; his siblings, Lena Foley and William Bowman; and his father-in-law, Bruce F. Coluccio.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Paul's Church, 1807 Bedford St., Rome, on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Robert Kelly officiating. Family and friends may call, at the church, from 10–11 a.m., prior to the Mass.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made, in Terry's name, to American Cancer Society B. Thomas Golisano Hope Lodge, 1120 S. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620 or online at www.cancer.org/hopelodgerochesterny.

Arrangements are with the Nicholas J. Bush Funeral Home, Inc., 7751 Merrick Rd., Rome. To offer online condolences, please visit www.njbushfuneralhome.com.