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HAL BOWLES Obituary


HAL H. BOWLES, SR.  
On Thursday, July 17, 2014 of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband for 62 years of Eileen Bowles; father of Bernadette Helms (John), Anne Bowles, John Bowles (Cathy), Patrick Bowles, Thomas Bowles (Debbie), Hal H. Bowles, Jr. and David Bowles (Sharon); brother-in-law of Mary Ann Anastasi. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, July 21, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., where Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 20, 2014.

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Gus Montes de Oca

July 22, 2014

John
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless- Gus

Steven & Rachel Bressler

July 21, 2014

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We were glad to know him.

Richard Dunne

July 21, 2014

Hi Eileen, wanted you to know that Kay and I are thinking of you and please give my best to Anna when you can.
Sincerely Dick & Kay Dunne (Dickie)

July 21, 2014

David,Sharon, Michael and Kevin we're so
sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you. You were so blessed
to have him for so long. Cherish all the
great memories you have.
Pattie, Chuck, Chuckie, Kate & Tommy

Joe Platt

July 21, 2014

Pat and family, I'm sorry for your loss, I hope all of the thoughts and prayers help you through this difficult time.

Joanne Mastropolo

July 21, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cecilia Capacchione

July 20, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a great man.

Wendy Royalty

July 20, 2014

Dear David and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please know you are in my thoughts.

Bobbie Francco

July 20, 2014

Thinking of Mr. Bowles and knowing he is reunited with loved ones in heaven and watching & protecting his loved ones here on earth.

Bobbie Franco

July 20, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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