Raymond Cleveland Bowman

Raymond Cleveland Bowman, age 92, of Boones Mill, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on September 25, 1923 to the late Daniel Cleveland and Bessie Cummings Bowman. He was also preceded in death by siblings Herman Bowman, Gertrude Prillaman, and Mabel Bowman. Raymond is survived by his wife of 68 years, Jewell Flora Bowman; son Don Bowman (wife Dottie) of Harrisburg, PA; daughters Judy Abbott (husband Carsey) of Jacksonville FL, Mary Jo Bowman (husband Frank Brown) of Mount Solon VA, and Freda Givens (husband Philip) of Salem VA; granddaughters Allyson Acri (husband Joe) and Lauren Romberger (husband John), great granddaughter Leah Acri, all of Harrisburg PA. Raymond has one surviving brother, Carl Bowman (wife Clyde) of Boones Mill. Also surviving are sisters-in-law Mabel Angell and Clyde Bowman, brothers-in-law Galen Flora and Earl Flora (wife Janet), along with many nieces, nephews, and other extended family. Raymond was a lifelong farmer and a man of Christian integrity. He was a devoted and well-loved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, generous neighbor, and committed member of the Bethlehem Church of the Brethren congregation. His cheerful smile and sense of humor will be missed. The family will receive friends at Bethlehem Church on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 1 pm. A celebration of life will begin at 2 pm. A graveside service will follow. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Church of the Brethren, 4250 Bethlehem Road, Boones Mill VA 24065. Flora Funeral Service of Rocky Mount is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.florafuneralservice.com.