Anna Marie Bowles
February 9, 1922 ~ April 16, 2015
Anna Marie Bowles, 93 of Avenue, Md. Passed away on April 16, 2015 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, Md. Born February 9, 1922 in Loveville, MD. Marie was the daughter of the late James Thomas Hill and Annie Grace Harris Hill.
Marie married her beloved husband, the late John Ralph Bowles on May 19, 1940 at Holy Angels Church. Marie and John celebrated 53 years of marriage before his passing in July 1993.
As a young girl, Marie attended River Springs School. Marie was devoted to her family and spent much of her life caring for family members and friends. She enjoyed bingo, sewing, gardening and family gatherings. Marie was a lifetime member of Holy Angels Church in Avenue, Md.
Marie is survived by her children, Patsy Beavan (Michael) of Chaptico, MD, Debbie Bailey (Tony) of Bushwood, Md., Joseph B. Bowles (Margaret) of Hollywood, Md., Joseph W. Bowles (Iris) of Avenue, Md. She is also survived by her brother, Joseph Hill (Doris) of Tennessee and daughter-in-law Joan Farrell Bowles, 10 grandchildren, 18 Great Grandchildren and 5 Great Great grandchildren.
Marie was preceded in death by her children, Mary Elizabeth Bowles and John Thomas Bowles. Siblings, Otto Hill, Ella Mae Quick, Blanche Quade, Virginia Ellis, Howard Hill, Louis “Bootie” Hill, and Mary Helen “Poogie” Dickerson, Grandchildren John Raymond Bowles, James Richard Bowles, Patrick Raymond Bowles, Nikia Bowles and Great Granddaughter Carolyn Edwards.
Family will receive friends for Marie’s Life Celebration on Monday, April 20, 2015 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD 20609. A Mass of Christian Burial follow at 11:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood, MD.
Pallbearers for Mrs. Bowles will be Grandson’s Mike Bowles, Tony Bailey, James Russell, Christopher Russell, Scott Bailey, and Joseph Bowles. Honorary Pallbearers will be Granddaughters, Kim Wildoner, Michelle Bowles, Michelle Boothe, Joanne Brooks, God Child Jean Nelson and lifetime family friend Bill Lawrence.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the St. Mary’s Nursing Center Foundation, 21585 Peabody Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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Patsy, Mike, Joe and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wayne and I are so saddened about your loss. Ms. Bowles was a special person and always greeted everyone with a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Wish we could be there with you to celebrate her life. Peace be with you all.
TO THE BOWLES FAMILY: SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF MRS. BOWLES. SENDING OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF YOU. GOD BLESS!!
Dearest Patsy and the Bowles Family: I have you in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Mrs. Bowles is at rest in the Loving Arms of Our Lord. Remember all the good times and be there for each other. God Bless You.
Bill and I are deeply saddened to learn of Marie’s passing. We will keep the Bowles family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I was saddened to hear of Aunt Marie’s passing. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to her entire family during this most difficult time. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Patsy and Debbie, So sorry to hear about your Mom. God Bless You.
Many thoughts and prayers to the entire family,,,,,,Anna was a blessed soul here. Loved her and gave her nothing but love in her last days…Bless her dear Jesus and her family at this time! She will greatly be missed by everyone here and her family and Everyone. Rest in peace! We Loved YOU ANNA!
Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Keep her memories close to your heart and she will be with you always.
Billy I deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. Rest assured she is in a better place
Wayne and Barb Robey
Patsy, Joe, Debbie and Family….so very sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to all of you.
To all the Bowles family, we send you our love, thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Bowles was always so nice to us. May you all be comforted now and may she rest in peace.
Patsy – We are so sad for the loss of your mom. I did not know her personally but just hearing you speak of her with such love and devotion told me a lot about her. Your good memories will get you through the days ahead.
Dear Patsy, Joe, Billy and all the Bowles family. We are thinking of you all and praying for Mrs. Bowles and her family at this sad time. She was a very special lady and Joe speaks of her with a smile when remembering the carefree days of old when he and brother John taxed her patience but were grateful for her kindness and understanding. She will always be fondly remembered.
Dear Patsy and family, Bunky and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom.
I know how devoted you were to her by just listening to you speak of her at our Pennies luncheons.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
We will not be able to attend the services as we are still out of town.
Patsy – We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. You have been a devoted daughter to her and now she is with God in heaven and will be looking out for you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Patsy, Billy & Debbie
your mom was a sweet person, so kind and giving. She is with the Lord and dad now watching over all her loved ones. May she rest in peace.
Patsy,
So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Barbara
Patsy,
So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Barbara
Debbie I am sorry for your loss. It is never easy.
Patsy, Mike and family. We are very sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
To all of the Bowles Family. We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Bowles passing. You all are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
To the entire Bowles family, we are very sorry for your loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Patsy and Family,
I’m truly sorry to hear about Mrs. Bowles. May your wonderful memories be a source of comfort to you. Many blessings and prayers are wished for you now.
Dear Patsy, Joe, Billy & family, I was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. Growing up & living on the same road as a youngster, I remember Mrs. Bowles as being such a kind and gentle lady & a friend to my parents as well. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this sad time.