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Eugene Bowman Obituary

BOWMAN Mr. Eugene Bowman, 73, died suddenly Tuesday July 11, 2006 at his residence in Green Cove Springs. Mr. Bowman was a native of Jacksonville living in Green Cove Springs since 1982. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church and a Veteran of U.S. Navy. He was a Truck Driver with over 1 million miles driving award and retired with Volkswagen of America. He enjoyed going to flea markets and working on cars. He was preceded in death by his son, William “Willie” Bowman on Sept. 22, 2000 and his daughter, Linda Dodds on Aug. 5, 2004. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Mrs. Geraldine “Gerry” Bowman; daughter: Nancy Snelson; son: Wade Bowman; daughter-in-law: Candy Bowman; son-in-law: Fred Dodds; brother: Dyal Bowman; 10 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, July 14, 2006 in the North Jacksonville Chapel of PEEPLES FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES, 2220 Soutel Drive near Lem Turner Road, with Dr. R. P. McCall, officiating. His family will receive friends 5 - 7 PM on Thursday (TODAY) at the funeral home. Burial will be Evergreen Cemetery. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Jul. 13, 2006.

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Neal (Rusty) Vinson

July 19, 2006

Dear Mrs Bowman, Wade and All Family Members

I have many fond memories of Eugene , I know That I havent seen you all in a long time but That doesnt mean that I dont think of you all Often .

I am truly sorry for your Loss and Keep you in my Thoughts and Prayers

Its hard at times to think that they are gone , Because I too have lost both my parents But I know in my heart Ill see them one day

I will always remember all the good times we all had .It was great having You All as neighbors when I was growing up.

Julie Adams

July 17, 2006

Aunt Jerry,

I know I have been away for awhile but I still remember the good times we had. I will truly miss Uncle Eugene and my heart and best wishes go to you. I love you. Julie

Lynda Branch

July 17, 2006

Mrs. Bowman, Daddy called me on Wednesday and gave me the news of Eugene. I was shocked. I know I haven't seen you all in a long time, but you are thought of often!! I wish I could've been home for the funeral. I will never forget Eugene or you, you have both been very special to me and to my family. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Lynda Blankinchip Branch

Dawn Ford

July 13, 2006

Gerry and Eugene are very special to me and have been a great influence in my life and have been a very special part of my life for many years. I will miss the flea marketing days and the great times have shared. Eugene is one of a kind and will always have a special place in my heart, I will miss him deeply. But he will never be forgotten..

Dawn Ford

July 13, 2006

Gerry and Eugene have been my family for many years and I cherish all of the times we shared. I will always remember our flea market going days and just knowing him . Eugene was one of a kind and has a place in my heart, I love you and will always remember you as you will remain with me everyday in my thoughts. Rest in peace

WAYNE BLANKINCHIP

July 13, 2006

GERRY, I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN,OTHER THAN TO SAY I WAS SHOCKED WHEN I HEARD OF EUGENE'S PASSING. HE WAS A FINE MAN. WE SURE HAD SOME GOOD TIMES TOGETHER WHEN WE ALL WENT TO CHURCH TOGETHER AND WHEN WE WORKED TOGETHER AT V.W. HE WAS A GOOD MAN WHO WOULD GIVE YOU THE LAST DIME HE HAD OR EVEN GIVE YOU THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK.THATS THE KIND OF MAN HE WAS. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO EVER KNEW YOU MY FRIEND. MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY AND WATCH OVER THEM.GOOD BYE.

Janet Carter

July 13, 2006

Well, young man, these last 12 years that I have spent with you and Mrs. Bowman, have been a blast. I have thought of you and Mrs. Bowman as my family. I am really going to miss picking on you and ruffling your tail feathers. I have nothing but happy

memories to cherish and hold onto.

I last told you that, "I Love You" on Friday July 7, 2006 and my final goodbye will be July 14, 2006. Always remember,that Janet loves you dearly and you just don't know how bad you will be missed. Again I tell you, I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!

Julie Dodds

July 13, 2006

Gerrie,

Sorry to hear of your loss; You are in our thoughts and prayers.

May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.



Love and Prayers

Tom & Julie Dodds

Shirley Haltiwanger Hawkins

July 13, 2006

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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