Robert Bowman
1941 - 2012
Robert Bowman, 70, a life long resident of Findlay, died at 9:54 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2012, at the Cleveland Clinic. Born to the late Paul Kaufman & Arlein Rose on December 4, 1941, in Findlay. They were divorced and he was adopted by Joe E. Bowman. He married Naoma "Gale" Yoakam on December 4, 1970, at Ash Street First Assembly of God in Findlay. They were married for 37 years and she preceded Robert in death on September 5, 2008. Robert graduated in 1959, from Findlay High school. He had worked for the U.S. Geological Survey for about 4 months and for Cooper Tire and Rubber Company. He then sold aquariums & tropical fish for 15 years at Bowman's Aquarium, he later bought & sold houses for 10 years and then opened up Bowman's Antiques for about 22 years. He is survived by his daughter GayLynn Bowman-Stewart (Major Tyler Stewart); and his three grandchildren, Alexandria, Austen, & Adriana all of Fort Knox, KY; his aunt, Clare O'Dell of McComb and his uncle, Louis Howard Rose, I of Findlay. Robert was born again in 1952, at the Faith Mission Parsonage, where he was also baptized. He became a member of the Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of God during the time Maureen Hollman & Evelyn Divine were Pastors. He was a member of Hope Temple until 1989. Visitation will be held from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 p.m., Monday, November 5, 2012, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 6, 2012, at the Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of God, Findlay, with Reverend L.D. Roessler officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Findlay. Memorial contributions may be made to the Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of God. Online condolences may be made at www.coldrencrates.com.
Service Information
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Visitation Details:
COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME [Map]
205 West Sandusky Street
Findlay, Ohio 45840
Monday, November 5th 2012 2:00 - 4:00 & 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Funeral Service:
Tuesday, November 6th 2012 - 10:00 AM
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Service Location:
Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of God [Map]
1701 Blanchard Avenue
Findlay, Ohio 45840 -
Final Resting Place:
Maple Grove Cemetery [Map]
1120 W Main Cross St
Findlay, Ohio 45840 -
Contributions:
Blanchard Avenue Pentecostal Church of God
1701 Blanchard Avenue
Findlay, Ohio 45840
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Instructions:
Condolences For Robert Bowman
| To : GayLynn Tyler Stewart and children | Date :Thursday, November 1st 2012 |
| From : Kami Chris Kosch | |
We are so very sorry for your loss Your Dad was always kind and I have fond memories of spending time with him when we were kids May he celebrate in heaven Our Prayers are with you 
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| To : Family members | Date :Wednesday, October 31st 2012 |
| From : Henry Massey | |
| Bob attended First Assembly of God in Lake Wales Florida during the winter months and was a good Christian brother to us all He will surely be missed by us all God bless and comfort the family is my prayer
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| To : Family of Robert Bowman | Date :Wednesday, October 31st 2012 |
| From : Wayne Baldridge | |
| We love Bob's gentle and quiet spirit He has been an acquaintance and friend for decadesWe will see our friend again in God's presenceWayne and Dayleen
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| To : Mrs GayLynn Stewart and family | Date :Wednesday, October 31st 2012 |
| From : Sharon and Don Noel | |
| So sorry to learn of your father's passing He was such a humble soft-spoken and sweet person I first met him at his antique shop 10-15 years ago I purchased several items from him on different occasions One was a beautiful print in an antique picture frame that he restored It is hanging in my living room Another item is a blue pitcher that sits stop my refrigerator I remember his parents being in the shop when he was unable to be there They were so pleasant to talk to I also ran into your father at the fairgrounds during some of the Antique Machinery Shows He was always so pleasant to talk to also May the wonderful memories you have of him carry you through the days ahead He was a wonderful manIn sympathySharon and Don Noel
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| To : The Bowman Family | Date :Tuesday, October 30th 2012 |
| From : classmate SKay Brondes | |
| I was sorry to read of Bob's passing He was a wonderful young man in our class of 59 Liked by all May God give you peace in his passing He is in a good place
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| To : GayLynn and Family | Date :Friday, November 2nd 2012 |
| From : Gary Bowman | |
| I just heard of Bobbys passing and want to express my familys condolences to all his family My mother Marian Bowman also sends her thoughts to the family My sisters Linda Rish and Nevalee Clapper and I all fondly remember our times with Bob growing up in Findlay Bob was the gentler of the male cousins in the Bowman clan Mike Snyder me Gary and Bobby and he will be missed To GayLynn I dont have your address but if you would like to contact me my email address is bowma027comcastnet Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the funeral but I wanted you to know that we will always remember BobbyGary Bowman Circle Pines Minnesota
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| To : GayLynn Stewart | Date :Sunday, November 11th 2012 |
| From : Carol Roszman | |
| Judy I are saddened to hear of your dad's passing We wish we would have heard about his funeral sooner If you are still interested in getting to know us please send me an email I will respond I know this must be a difficult time for you we are very sorry for your loss
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| To : Family Members | Date :Sunday, November 18th 2012 |
| From : Brian | |
My condolences to Bob's family I knew Bob from the antique mall where he had his booth there for many years Bob was a great person and always had a smile to share He will be missed by many 
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