Carol Jean Bowman, our dear sister, passed away April 29, 2017. Her body and spirit were weary, and she was ready to travel home.
There will be no services. Carol asked that her ashes be scattered “in the mountains when the ladybugs return.”
Carol was undoubtedly the smartest of Johnnie and Irene Bowman’s four kids. Her bright ideas were exciting and could also get her into trouble in a hurry. One of our hens was her science project. Carol killed the old gal, then revived her with electric shock. Everyone was tickled to see her walking the hen on the Western New Mexico University campus during the state competition.
Growing up on a farm, having 4-H friends and activities were an important part of her childhood. Carol was bright and enthusiastic, and shared her smile with everyone she met.
We “Bowman girls” and Norman were raised in the Primitive Baptist Church of Cottonwood and Artesia. As young children, we began raising our voices in joyful praise of the Lord. Our church family, led by Elder Gerald Hand, gave the congregation’s children the opportunity to lead singing and learn harmony using shaped notes. However, Norman was no singer. Carol’s love of music and the fundamentals learned in church were the foundation for her many years of singing in school and church choirs.
Carol dearly loved her children, Jason, Marissa, Shane and Sondra, and her grandchildren, siblings and parents. She had many wonderful experiences with members of Momma’s large Brown family, Daddy’s Bowmans, and the families of the men who helped Daddy farm. The College of Artesia became a part of her family, as well.
Memorial contributions may be made payable to Jerry Foshee of the Albuquerque Primitive Baptist congregation: Jerry Foshee, 571 Star Villa Circle SE, Rio Rancho, N.M., 87124.
Marie and Grace Ann.
“Precious memories, how they linger. How they ever soothe my soul…”
