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Eric B. Bowen

Eric Bowen Obituary

BOWEN ERIC B. BOWEN On Sunday morning October 7, 2007 in Washington, DC, Eric Bowen, Artist, Musician and Painter departed this life. He was the beloved son of Pilson and Louise Bowen and loving brother of Frank and Algie Bowen, Monica Bailey and the late Stephanie Edler. Also survived by other relatives and friends. On Friday, October 12th, a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. at First Gravel Hill Baptist Church, 5230 Old Stage Hwy, Smithfield, VA. Send condolences to: www.marshallsfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 9, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Eric Bowen

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26 Entries

yvonne brown

November 14, 2015

Eric. I have not added to your guest book these past few years but I do think of you often. I bet you are having a good time and enjoying the E that you've become. I just hope you will be in the line when my earth days are completed.

Yvonne Brown

October 2, 2013

I was thinking of your earth day is coming soon. I remember helping you get ready for your celebration. Eric, the look on your face when your guests arrived I will always remember. I love you so much.

Yvonne Brown

October 5, 2012

Happy Birthday Eric,
I know the Angels are still rejoicing that you have joined them. I have not forgotten our last precious moments together. I love you and will see your smiling face when my time to join those who have gone before me. Those 68 days were the most precious ones that I will never forget.
I already know that you were and are at peace. We learned so much more about one another in those few short days than all the years that we've known one another.
My love for you will always be there from then to eternity. I know your earth day was yesterday but I spent it in refection.
Yvonne

Yvonne Brown

August 23, 2012

I remember this time five years ago, I was there with you in the trenches. The Lord giving us both the strength and courage to walk together until Our Father's hand reached out for you.

sharon b

November 4, 2011

You'll b remembered always

Yvonne Brown

October 8, 2010

Eric, I miss you so very much. I would never trade the short time that we spent together.

Yvonne Brown

October 6, 2009

It is hard to believe that you were called home two years ago. I still miss you very much. I just pray that when I'm called home, I'll see your smiling face.

Kay

March 20, 2008

We still miss you! Thanks for always being there.

Alvin & Evelyn Hamlin Blount

October 28, 2007

Monica & Family,

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Eric, and offer our condolences to you. We pray God's blessings and comfort as you mourn.

Alvin & Evelyn Hamlin Blount

October 28, 2007

Monica & Family,

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Eric, and offer our condolences to you. We pray God's blessings and comfort as you mourn.

Eric Key

October 22, 2007

With much sadness on the passing of Eric. However, I celebrate his homegoing to be with The Lord.

Ronald Johnson

October 17, 2007

To The Bowen Family,
I was sadden to hear of Eric's death. To Algie and Frank, remembering you guys at Smithfield High brought back such fond memories. I shared with my mother that I have very pleasant thoughts of you guys as we all were nurtured and groomed in one of America's finest communities. Continue to pray and remember those happy and good times that Eric brought to your family circle. God Bless Your Family.

October 13, 2007

We were saddened to hear of Eric's illness and death. A great talent graced us with his gifts for a short while and now God has called him to rest eternally. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Wanda Wells-Savedge
Donovan Wells (Deltona,Florida)
P. D. Wells, III (Waynesboro, VA)

Shelia Edwards

October 12, 2007

To Eric's Family:
Words are difficult to express the degree of sadness in learning of Eric's passing. Our only communication was a yearly Christmas card exchange, but this was enough to keep us bonded in friendship throughout these years of living in the DC area. Eric was a wonderfully gifted and talented person who I will surely miss. May God grant you peace, comfort, and his understanding during this sorrowful time.

James & Martha Ford Evans (Cindy) Jackson

October 11, 2007

To the Bowen Family and Friends:
Prayers and love to you at this most difficult time. God sent you a shining star in Eric. We give thanks to God for a family such as yours who exemlify kndness and love.

May God forever keep you in his care.

Kevin Spotts

October 11, 2007

Beau,

Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family.

Kevin

Kevin

Kathy McLaughlin

October 11, 2007

To Eric's loved ones:
Eric was cool, laid back, gifted and unassuming. We shared similar interests in jazz and art, although he was the really talented one. I attended the opening of one of his art shows...amazing! His favorite art subjects were jazz musicians. We went to the Kennedy Center for one of Billy Taylor's jazz shows. Sometimes he'd go to H.R 57 (jazz center on 14th St. NW DC),and play in jam sessions with other musicians. I know he really enjoyed that. He painted my daughter's (Hakim) apartment in record time at a bargain price! He reminded me the most of Uncle Albert (C. Field). We ALL loved him and will miss him. We have a hard time believing he's gone from our presence, but NEVER from our hearts! We'll miss you, Eric!

Love always,

Kathy McLaughlin and Hakim Nuraldin

Linda Slade Barham

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.

Jeffrey Bradby

October 10, 2007

To my cousins the Bowen family,
I will miss "my boy" EB. We had a lot of fun times. The world has lost a tremendous talent. But the world's loss is heaven's gain. EB is now soaring with the angels. Rest in peace my brother. Your Cuz, Jeff

Julio Montes

October 10, 2007

I'm very, very sorry for your loss. My most sincere condolences to you and your family

Yvonne Brown

October 10, 2007

We've got one life to live.
So let's make it a start.
One Heart,One Love, One Aim.
You have reached a new horizon. Reaching further and higher than before.
You are so inspired.
You asked me to never leave your side and I stayed right by your side.
You are truly magical. You're one of kind.
Even though we had our sticky times. We were able to survive because My love for you is real.
Eric, You are Soul of my Soul, with each beat of my heart.
You are the light of my light and I know that we'll make a new start in heaven.
Love, Peace and many Blessings,
Your Soul Mate
Yvonne

JANET COPELAND

October 10, 2007

TO MY ERIC, MY ERIC ,MY ERIC, MY ERIC, OUR TIME WAS OH SO SHORT BUT YOU WILL LIVE IN MY HEART FOREVER,GOD PUT YOU IN MY LIFE FOR A REASON AND A VERY SORT SEASON , . I SO MUCH MISS YOU , YOU ARE MY WORLD ,YOU ARE MY JEWEL, I WILL CHERISH YOU FOREVER YOUR LOVING BEST FRIEND , JANET JACKIE ,JANET JACKIE ,YOUR SWEETNESS FOREVER AND EVER AND EVER AND EVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU !!!!!!!!!! YOUR ,JANET JACKIE.....

Nitiya Stewart

October 10, 2007

To the Bowen Family:
My sincerest condolences during this time. Eric and I worked together, briefly, at Heritage. He had an amazing spirit and one of the kindest souls I've ever met. I will keep all of you in my prayers and heart.

HORACE /ROSE MCCUTCHEN

October 10, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

norma williams

October 10, 2007

To The Bowen Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss.
God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during distresses. Psalm 46:1

Kenneth Thweatt

October 10, 2007

Eric, I only knew you briefly but admired your fight and will to survive. May God hold you close until we all meet someday. God bless you and your family at this special time.

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