Obituaries
Katsuko Bowen, 77
June 5, 1945 - May 16, 2023
Katsuko Bowen, 77, passed away May 16, 2023, at Hamilton Arms, Lancaster. Born June 5, 1945, in Japan, she was the daughter of the late Kozo and Ei Hidano.
She met her husband, Ray Bowen Sr., while he was stationed with the U.S. Army in Japan. Married on May 1, 1979, they travelled back to the U.S. to raise their family. Katsuko was a loving wife and mom to her 3 children: Raymond Jr. and Christopher Bowen and Kayla (Bowen) Trendler. Also, a beloved grandma to Ethan Coasey, Ray III and Kynslee Bowen, Landon, Midori, Noel and Ophelia Bowen.
Affectionately known as Kate by many, she was a feisty, little ball of energy. She enjoyed gardening and worked at Ruof’s Flowers for 10+ years and was a housekeeper for 20+ years at Hamilton Arms.
Kate’s family will greet friends from 3 to 4 pm, followed by a celebration of her life at 4 pm with Rev. Mark Thiboldeaux officiating, on Friday, June 9, 2023, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Private interment will take place at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with her husband Ray.
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Condolences to the Family
June 07, 2023
I am so sorry for the your loss. I had quite a good time with your mom at the flower shop. We laughed every single day and became good friends. After we left the flower shop, I didn’t get to see her much but Raymond II surprised me and stopped by my house with her occasionally. She was real and genuine. I will never forget her. One of a kind for sure. Love to you all. Jackie Wilson 💕
June 02, 2023
Kate was such a sweet lady and sure loved her coffee….she was a awesome worker at Ruof’s Flowers, very dedicated to her work with my grandpa at the flower shop and loved her children with all her heart!! I’ve thought about her so much over the years!! My condolences to all of you!! She will be missed!!
Love always, Carrie Ruof
May 22, 2023
I also knew and worked with Kate at Ruof’s Flower Shop. She was a hard worker and a truly good friend. We had so many good times together. I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathies to the family
Sandy Sweger
May 20, 2023
I worked with Kate at Ruof’s Flowers. She was a wonderful person and a little spitfire. My sympathy to her whole family, Debby & Mark Miller
May 19, 2023
My deepest condolences to you and your family! I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Nancy High
May 19, 2023
She was an amazing women. So many good memories of her. I was lucky to be loved like one of her own. Condolences to you all.
Josh Trauger
May 19, 2023
My heart is with you and your family. May God bring your family peace as you grieve and also celebrate the great moments from Katsuko’s life. My deepest condolences to all. Javier
May 19, 2023
Ray, Ray-Ray, and Kynslee- Our deepest condolences. May you find peace during this very difficult time. Please know we always have an open door policy for you and we’re here to lend an ear or shoulder to cry on. We love you all. Your friends- The Torres & Stein Family
May 19, 2023
Ray, my condolenses to you and the family. Death never ceases. Leaving an emptiness so profund it hides only to appear at unexpected times. I share you’re grief though it’s neverending but a right of passage.
Veronique Joseph
May 19, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to Raymond and family, and I will be praying for you all during this difficult time.
Larry Jeremiah
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- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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