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John Loren Bowles

1957 - 2021

John Loren Bowles obituary, 1957-2021, Henrico, VA

BORN

1957

DIED

2021

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Woody Funeral Home Parham - Richmond

1771 North Parham Road

Richmond, Virginia

John Bowles Obituary

BOWLES, John Loren, 64, of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 29, 2021. John was born April 24, 1957. He is survived by his loving mother, Jane Wiltshire Trice; stepfather, Carroll Trice; sister, Bonnie Graube; stepbrother, Jeff Trice; stepsister, Debbie Wells; nieces, Carla Cox and her husband, Ryan and Susan Florance; great-nieces, Vivienne Cox and Gracelyn Cox; stepmother, JoAnne Bowles; half-sister, Kathy Wilmoth; and half-brother, Tommy Bowles and his wife, Sara; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and his dear friends at Hope Tree. He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Bowles. John worked in the cafeteria for the University of Richmond. When he wasn't working he loved spending time with his family and visiting Nags Head and Disney World. He was a collector of stuffed animals, shells, Disney movies, nutcrackers and Christmas houses. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Woody Funeral Home-Parham, 1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, Va. 23229. A chapel service will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Westhampton Memorial & Cremation Park, 10000 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23238. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Hope Tree Family Services, P.O. Box 849, Salem, Va. 24153. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodyfuneral

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 1 to Aug. 4, 2021.

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Tracey Kwiatkowski

August 6, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss...my heart felt sympathy to Jane, Carroll and family. I will always remember his beautiful smile.

Wayne A Satterwhite

August 6, 2021

So very sorry to learn of this sweet boy's passing. The good Lord will now receive him and take good care of him. God bless John Loren and Cecil Henry.

Wayne A. Satterwhite, cousin

Susan Bowles Dawson

August 6, 2021

Al, Mark and I would like to extend our most sincere condolences to Johnnie´s family and friends. Prayers of comfort and strength go out to you as you navigate the days ahead. May your wonderful memories of Johnnie sustain you until you see him again.

Nadine Williams

August 5, 2021

John will honestly be missed.. John was such a pleasant person with a smile on his face at all times.. John was always lending a helping hand and words of encouragement.. My prayers are with his family, he will be missed.. Love Nadine

Alan and Linda Wentz

August 4, 2021

Alan and Linda Wentz

August 4, 2021

Alan and Linda Wentz

August 4, 2021

John's joy was a gift for all who knew him.

Ruth Crawford

August 3, 2021

I have known John for over 20 years. He always had a smile on his face. John was very charming and eager to help. My sympathy goes out to Jane and Carrol and all of John´s family members as well as the many people who worked with John. He will certainly be missed.

Alan and Linda Wentz

August 2, 2021

Even though John left Three Chopt Presbyterian Church some time ago, the glow of his happy smile still remains with us. Jane and Carroll, Linda and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. John will always have a special place in our hearts.

Tom and Judy Fernald

August 2, 2021

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. John was loved by all at Ridge Baptist Church. His smile was contagious, so friendly, and he was kind to all. May God comfort you with His grace, love, and peace. The world was a better place with Johnny in it. In Christian Love, Judy and Tom Fernald

Frances Koehler

August 2, 2021

My sympathy is with John´s family and especially his wonderfully caring mother Jane. John was a thoughtful and cheerful, man and it was a pleasure to know him and his Mother when I worked with Henrico County. I know that he is now among the angels in Heaven.
Love to Jane and family,
Frances Koehler

Chris, Tracy, Spencer and Bridget Aitken

August 1, 2021

Johnnie~We will certainly miss you. You were a very special friend to our family. We always enjoyed our visits with you over the years. God bless you in eternal life. Love, the Aitken family

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1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229

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1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229

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