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Robert Bowman Obituary

Robert W. Bowman, Jr. YORK Robert W. Bowman, Jr., 81, died Sunday, February 6, 2005, at 1:10 a.m. at York Hospital. He was the husband of Mary M. (Manon) Bowman. Mr. and Mrs. Bowman observed their 58th wedding anniversary May 11, 2004. Born July 3, 1923, in York, he was the son of the late Robert W. and Helen (Arnold) Bowman. Mr. Bowman was a 1941 graduate of William Penn Senior High School and attended Duke University. He was President of the former R.W. Bowman and Son, Inc. of York. The business was founded in 1931 by his late father. Over a period of years, the dealership had franchises with GMC Trucks, American Motors Cars, Packard, Mercedes, Jaguar and DKW (a German car). The business later merged with Jack Giambalvo Motor Company where he continued as a consultant for the company. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving with the 35th Infantry Division in the European Theatre during WWII. He was in the Invasion of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and received three Bronze Stars. Mr. Bowman was a charter member of Luther Memorial Lutheran Church. He was a member of the Country Club of York and the Victory Athletic Association. He was a former member and President of the Lafayette Club. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Michael and his wife, Leslie Bowman, Thomas and his wife, Sue Bowman and Scott and his wife, Mary Ellen Bowman, all of York; a daughter, Judy and her husband, Jeff Kochenour of York; 14 grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Evelyn and her husband, Sam Ulrich of Harrisburg. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, with his pastor, the Rev. Elizabeth C. Polanzke, officiating. Private burial will be in Mount Rose Cemetery. The Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, PA 17403; or to the Salvation Army, 50 E. King St., York, PA 17401. www.etzweiler.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Feb. 8, 2005.

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Richard Grammes

February 11, 2005

Connie and I send our deepest sympathy to all of the family.I felt like a member of the family since Mr. Bowman, Sr., employed me when I was fifteen years old. I have some fond memories of playing golf with Bobby when I came home on leave from the Air Force. May God comfort and strengthen you during these difficult days. In His love, Dick and Connie Grammes

George and Niki Keyser

February 10, 2005

We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Bowman. We have very fond memories of him and Mrs. Bowman in Stone Harbor. He was a very nice man.

Jack and Janet Hildebrandt

February 9, 2005

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. My mom and dad, Ed and Libby Baker, always talked about all the fun they had with you on trips and at the Plantation in Florida. Your family is in our prayers.

Loretta Leister

February 9, 2005

Dear Mrs. Bowman and family: My deepest sympathy to all of you at the passing of Mr. Bowman. I remember first meeting both of you when you came to Basil Shorb's office on East Market Street many years ago. Bob was always very kind to me and he will be missed.

I will keep your family in my prayers.



Loretta Leister, Secretary to Jack and Tom Shorb

Thomas and Cyndi McConkey

February 8, 2005

Mrs Bowman-Scott, Mike, Tom and Judy and your families.



Cyndi and I send our condolences to the loss of your husband and father.

I remember telling Mr Bowman when I met him, that I admired the way he raised his children. He was a fine man.



He will be missed, we are praying for you.



Tom and Cyndi

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