Robert E. Bowden's Obituary
Robert "Bob” E. Bowden, age 60, of Bridgeville, DE, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023, at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. He was born in Seaford, DE, on July 21, 1962, son of the late Alfred T. Bowden and Barbara F. (Lewis) Truitt.
Throughout his life, Bob enjoyed many hobbies such as everything yard work related, always making sure to keep the grass cut and the weeds pulled. He was truly a "Jack of All Trades", having a natural curiosity and knowledge of how things worked, but his main focus was carpentry. Bob built his family home, and he was very proud of building the place that now holds thousands of cherished family memories. While indoors, he could often be found petting his beloved cats, and he did spend a lot of time with a cat on his lap. Ultimately, nothing brought Bob more joy than his family. Bob was nothing less than a loving and devoted husband, father, stepfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was loved by so many and will be forever missed.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Cora Bowden; his daughter, Miranda "Mandy" Barber (Joshua) of Seaford, DE; his stepson, Bobby Bitler (Mel) of Bridgeville, DE; his siblings: Alfred "Tommy" T. Bowden Jr. (Theresa) of Seaford, DE, James F. Bowden of FL, Joseph B. Bowden (Diane) of FL, Patricia Key (Gene) of Laurel, DE, and Michelle B. Hall of FL; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 202 Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933, where friends may visit beginning at 1:00 PM.
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