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BOWEN JOHN A. BOWEN "Wolfie" "Jack" (50) Unexpectedly on Sunday, June 1, 2008, John A. “Wolfie” “Jack” Bowen, of Chestertown, NY and formerly of Baileys Cross Rds, VA died unexpectedly at his home . Born March 1, 1958 in Albany, he was the son of the late John A. Bowen and Margaret (Feeney) Bowen of Chestertown. He graduated in the class of 1976 from Jeb Stuart High School, Fairfax VA. Jack formerly owned and operated Niki‘s and The Pub in Queensbury, NY. He was also employed as a cook at the Montcalm, George‘s and E.P. Foy‘s. He was a laborer in construction and was employed for the City of Glens Falls Highway Dept. He was recently employed as a field technician with NORTEL. His memberships included past Assistant Chief of South Queensbury Vol. Fire Dept, past fireman with Bay Ridge Vol. Fire Dept. and fire police with Chestertown Vol. Fire Dept., member of the Glens Falls B.P.O.E. #81. John will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother. Besides his mother he is survived by his wife of more than six years, Deborah St. John-Bowen of Chestertown, whom he married September 1, 2001; one daughter, Nichole (Scott) Gillis of Warrensburg; two stepsons, Joshua Ryan and Justin Ryan of Hudson Falls; two step-daughters, Heidi Ryan of Queensbury and Shelbie Suddard of Lake George; one granddaughter, Navaeh Breault and one grandson, Alex Rivera, both of Chestertown; one brother, Charles (Missy) Bowen of Spotsylvania, VA; four sisters, Jean Bowen, Marianne Bowen and Denise Bowen of Fairfax, VA and Eileen Bowen of Richmond, VA., as well as uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10 a.m., Thursday, June 5 at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, Chestertown with Rev. Richard Sturtz officiating. Interment will be at Chester Rural Cemetery, Chestertown. Relatives and friends may call today from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at Barton-McDermott Funeral Home, Inc. 9 Pine St. Chestertown, NY.
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Judy Howard
June 23, 2008
Debbie -
We are shocked and saddened for the passing of Wolfie so suddenly.
He always had a big smile, deep laugh and a great sense of humor. He will be missed by all. Wishing you comfort in the days ahead. Please know you are in our thoughts during this difficult and sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
Russ and Judy Howard
Elaine Timms
June 18, 2008
Debbie and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul & Elaine Timms
George & Lisa Lockhart
June 16, 2008
Dear Family,
No expression of sympathy-no matter how deeply felt-can help much right now, but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wolfie will always be known for doing more for others than he ever received in return. Many that were fortunate to know him would call him a 4:00am friend. Surely there is a need for him in heaven and we were lucky to have him pass our way on earth.
anthony finelli
June 6, 2008
wolfie,
I'll never forget the times we had at the trading post and the advice you have given me over the years. you will never be forgotten my friend.
Bob Gillman
June 5, 2008
DEBBIE, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS WOLFE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY WITH HIS SENSE OF HUMOR
Eric & Lisa (Craven) Trumps
June 4, 2008
Dear Family ,
Both my wife , Lisa , and I were deeply saddened to hear that John had passed away. We went to high school with John in our hell raising Northern Virginia days. John was truly a stand up guy , and would come to the aid of his friends at the drop of a hat. we will truly miss him.
Rick Orpin
June 4, 2008
Bowen Family -
I was very sorry and shocked to hear that John had passed away. I and many others in the Northern Virginia area have very fond memories of John and will always remember what a great friend he was. I had a chance to meet up with him at Chucks place over the Labor Day weekend in Lake Anna, but of course I had somethng else that needed my attention and couldn't make it. I can't tell you how sorry I am now that I was not able to see him. God bless and know that John was always a great friend to me.
Tom Kelly
June 4, 2008
Bowen Family,
I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Wolfie always had a big smile and hello for you every time he saw you. He lit up every room he entered and will be greatly missed.
Kelly Deskewicz & Family
June 3, 2008
Dear Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I met Jackie only last year. We camp in Indian Springs reguarly. Last Summer upon arriving with a girlfriend and kids (no husband weekend) we soon found we had no water. I called a neighbor who then called Jackie to help out. Jackie did not hesitate to try everything he could think of, even to make a trip to the hardware store. Upon realizing it was a problem with the well. Jackie proceeded to make trips to the lake to fill our bathtub with water for the night. He also brought us his own water cooler with fresh water from his house for the children and ourselves. In the year that past I found Jackie to be a very kind man.
It speaks volumes about someone who would go out of their way to help others. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Beaudin
June 3, 2008
To the Bowen family:
I met Wolfie so many years ago, in the early 80s, through a mutual friend, when I worked at George's on the Street of Dreams. He rocked.
My heart shares your profound grief.
The Myhrberg Family
June 3, 2008
In loving Memory of a Wonderful Brother. We will love and miss you always.
Debbie, you are in our hearts, may the love of Friends and Family give you strength, and support you through this sadness.
Brien Johnson
June 3, 2008
Debbie,
I am so sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. I grew up with John in Northern Virginia and was proud to consider him my friend throughout high school and my early college years. Through time we grew apart, but I had been in contact with him over the last few weeks trying to convince him to come to Virginia Beach for a group 50th birthday party. He will be missed by his friends and associates....
Sincerely,
Brien and Melissa Johnson
The Pink Ladies WCHS LTC
June 3, 2008
Nichole - We are all so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in all of our prayers and thoughts. We are always here if you need us; whether it be to talk or just a shoulder to lean on. We all love you very much.
Terry Richardson
June 3, 2008
Eileen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jack risque
June 3, 2008
John I,M going to miss you brother hope to see you in ? most of all I hope theres no pain there.I send all my love to your family .I just talked to you .peace on Jack
scott winans
June 3, 2008
wolfie, you were our wild and crazy friend,and we will miss you very much. I hope you will continue to be the captain of your vessel.
the winans family-
scott,cindy,matt,ginny,eddie,laura,and marie, and mrs. winans
Joe Power
June 3, 2008
Dear family,
I was saddened to hear of John's death. I met John so long ago that I cant remember if it was grade school or intermediate (Glasgow). I had not spoken with John in probably 10-12 years but when we last spoke I was reminded of his great sense of humor and cutting wit. He was a real character. I'll always remember him as one of the last of the "tough guys". He never took a second of crap from anybody and was a real "stand up guy". My prayers are with you. God Bless
J. Matt Senkow
June 3, 2008
To Debbie and all the rest of John's family, I want to extend my deepest condolences. This is something that has simply stunned myself and other friends of John's here in northern Virginia into utter silence.
Having recently made a trip into the Adirondacks, John was gracious enough to drive the 90 miles or so in order to spend just a couple of hours with myself, my sister, and her family...and we're so glad that he did. It had been quite some time since I'd seen him, though we'd kept in touch fairly regulary via telephone. Times like this bring a flood of memories...memories of times both good and bad, of getting into trouble as well as avoiding it, of shared experiences. I can't say whether or not John got to do some of the things he wanted to do in his life, but I can say this: what he DID do...he REALLY wanted to do, and what he REALLY wanted to do was be a good husband, a good dad, and a good grand-dad.
Rest in peace, dude. I'm going to miss the calls from out of the blue featuring that unmistakable gravelly voice of yours...and thank you again for staying in touch over the years.
Karin Peet
June 3, 2008
Debbie,
I was shocked at this very sad news and I am praying for you and the kids in this time of sorrow. I will miss Jacko so very much. His smile and sense of humor was incredible. He touched the lives of everyone who knew him. A wonderful man who loved you very much.
Please call on me for anything you need. Hugs to you, Neveah and Alex.
Linda & Joe Baker
June 2, 2008
Debbie, Joe and I are very sorry for the loss of John. Although we only knew him for a short time, he really made us laugh. We hope eveything turns out ok with Nevaeh and Alex. Your friends, Linda & Joe Baker
Gail and Raymond Chandler
June 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shawn Kiernan
June 2, 2008
Jack Bowen a long time friend. RIP.
Gretchen Taylor
June 2, 2008
Dear family,
I'm shocked and saddened to hear this news.
Remembering many laughs and great times with Wolfie years ago. He will be missed for sure! Keep his memory alive in your hearts and he will always be with you.
Todd Sesselman and Kristy White
June 2, 2008
Nichole,
We are so very sorry about the loss of your father. We just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers..
Kristy White and Todd Sesselman
June 2, 2008
Debbie,
Todd and I are so sad for your loss. We have known Wolfie for sometime now, and he was always such a pleasure to be around at the holidays! He will be missed by many..I'm sure. If we could do anything for you, please let us know! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Melito
June 2, 2008
Debbie, I am so sorry you have lost your loving husband and partner. I didn't know him as well as some, but what I did know of him was that he was a generous, giving friend, helping any who would ask. I know that the children gave him great joy.
Please know my thoughts are with you in your time of grief. Call me anytime. Your friend, Jackie
Ed Lockhart
June 2, 2008
Wolfie
I was shocked and saddened to see my good friend has passed away. You were like a brother to all who knew you and you will be greatly missed.
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