Herman Lee Bowie Sr., native of Colfax, La., and 60-plus years resident of Greensburg, La., departed this life on March 3, 2018. Born on October 16, 1931, he was educated in the Grant Parish School System and held degrees in Biology, Chemistry and Engineering from Southern University with farther studies being done at LSU. He taught in the St. Helena Parish School System prior to retirement from Dow Chemical with 27 years of service. He was a faithful member of Turner's Chapel since 1958, having served as church secretary under the leadership of several pastors, a member of the Steward's Board and first president as well as a founding member of the Gospel Choir. He has also served as both Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Greensburg Hospital, president of Council on Aging, a member of the Tri-Parish Anti-Drug Task Force and a deputy sheriff in St. Helena Parish. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Clara Lee Bowie; 3 children and 1 son-in-law Cheryl (Gerald) Adams, Baker, La., Lorraine Mercer of Raleigh, NC, and Herman Bowie Jr of Greensburg, La.; 5 grandchildren, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, 5 sisters-in-law and 1 brother-in-law. Preceded in death by 3 infant grandsons, parents, 4 brothers, 5 sisters. Viewing at 3 p.m. followed by Wake services at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2018, at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, 87 Paddio-Johnson Road, Greensburg, La.; with funeral services to follow on Sunday, March 11, 1:00 pm at Turner's Chapel Church, 874 Turner Chapel Road, Greensburg, La. Interment in church cemetery.
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To Mrs. Clara Bowie and family, I send my very deepest sympathies. Mr. Herman was a wonderful man and he will be deeply missed. All my love and Prayers.
Tania Doughty Boyd
April 7, 2018
Family. ....words bring little comfort during this difficult time. Our Heavenly Father, our creator desires and has the abilities to undo the effects of death. He promises at Hosea 13 : 14 to empty the grave of our loved ones from death. Tears of pain and sorrow will be replaced with tears of joy. May you find comfort and peace until his promise is realized.
March 10, 2018
Prayers for the Bowie family
EMILY HOLIDAY MATEN
March 10, 2018
With deepest sympathy and condolences.
Theodore & Cassandia McCray
March 9, 2018
My Deepest Sympathy to the Bowie Family
Annie Hurst (Montpelier,La)
March 9, 2018
My sincere condolence to the family
Samella Cooper
March 9, 2018
Mrs. Bowie,my Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
Jerry Gordon
March 9, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Angela Overton Chambers
March 9, 2018
I love you Pawpaw. I'll miss you more than words can ever express!! But I will hold on to the memories that we've created together, forever. Thank you for being the awesome grandfather that you were. Love, Your Gal
His Granddaughter Caitlin Adams
March 9, 2018
Mrs. Bowie, I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathies. You and your family are in my prayers.
Marcey Schaffer
March 9, 2018
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.
Laura Phillips
March 9, 2018
To the Bowie family,
With deepest sympathy the Yancy family.
Althea (Yancy) Lacey
Angelica Lacey
March 9, 2018
TO THE FAMILY;
Sorry for your family's loss,may the family find comfort in fond memories and GOD'S beautiful promise for the future. JOHN 6:40.
March 8, 2018
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