Obituaries
Charles R. “Charlie” Bowman, 88
August 02, 2019
Charles R. “Charlie” Bowman, 88, of Lancaster passed away Friday, August 2, 2019 at ManorCare in Lancaster. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Roland and Catherine (Murray) Bowman. He was the husband of Phyllis Bowman with whom he shared over 45 years of marriage.
He drove school bus for 60 years for the Conestoga Valley School District. Charlie worked as a car salesman for the former Nolt and Wissler dealerships. He also drove ambulance for the E. Lampeter Twp., for 20 years. Charlie was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge No. 43 in Lancaster.
Charlie proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean War.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Charles. R. Bowman II of Lancaster, Dawn L. Long wife of Jere, Robin E. Shaub husband of Holly all of Lancaster, and Cathy L. Patton, wife of Tony of Cape Coral, FL; Also surviving are six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a sister, Shirley Brown of Lancaster and a host of loving nieces and nephew.
Services and interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Charlie’s memory may be made to the PA Wounded Warriors, 1117 Country Club Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011. Arrangements entrusted to Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. 717-560-5100
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Condolences to the Family
August 09, 2019
Please accept our prayers during this time.
Ed and Terry Bitel
August 06, 2019
My condolences to Charlie’s family and friends. He was my elementary school bus driver. Always super nice and smiling. Very sad to hear this. May he rest in peace. God bless.
Amanda Upole
August 06, 2019
Chuck, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Your cousin Diane
August 06, 2019
Dear Phyllis, We are so sorry to read of Charlie’s passing and extend to you and your family our deepest sympathy. His photo say’s it all, smiling always, friendly always, a good person to know.He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Stay well, Caroline & Robert Dye
August 06, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie. My thoughts and prayers to Phyllis and all of his family. My Mom was his neighbor and when she moved away, we lost touch. There are many good memories from past times there. Peace and solace to those who loved him.
Joyce Pritz
