In Remembrance Of
Donald L. Bowman
Donald Louis Bowman, age 84, of Smithville, MO, and formerly of Cowgill and Liberty, MO, passed away Friday afternoon, August 14, 2020, in his home in Smithville, MO.
Donald was born on June 28, 1936, in rural Caldwell County near Cowgill, MO, to Clive L. and Eulah M. (King) Bowman. He began his education in a one-room schoolhouse in rural Cowgill and graduated from Polo High School in 1955.
On June 28, 1958, he was united in marriage to Marilyn S. Sprouse. To this union, three children were born. The family attended South Liberty and Liberty Manor Baptist Churches. Don and Marilyn later attended an interdenominational church on Cookingham Drive for thirty-three years, before moving to Grace Community Church in Smithville, MO, in 2018.
Don was a humble man who was known for his servant heart and compassion for others. In his spare time, he enjoyed reading and writing and spent much time studying the Word of God. Donald worked at Liberty Hospital for 24 ½ years before retiring in 2009.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Howard, Frank, and Kenneth; and sisters, Marjorie, Ruth Ann, Florence, and Phyllis.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of the home; brothers, Bob (Betty) Bowman, of Council Bluffs, IA, and Gary (Dixie) Bowman, of Liberty, MO; daughters, Debra (Jerry) Cline, Melissa (Philip) Boyles; son, Craig Bowman; daughter-in-law, Debbie Joy Dahlquist; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces.
Visitation 1:00-2:00 pm with Funeral Service at 2:00 pm Saturday, August 22nd at Grace Community Church in Smithville.
Burial: Second Creek Cemetery, Kansas City
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Community Church or Crossroads Hospice
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
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16 comments
Sandy Graf
Thinking and praying for this family during this time of loss. Such comfort in knowing Don is in the presence of his Lord and Savior and free of this earthly shell. Keeping you all in my prayers!
Tom Berning
Donald and I were students at the one room country school , Eureka. We also attended Cowgill and Polo schools at the same time. My best memory about Donald is his part in the school play “Scrooge” that the Cowgill school put on at Christmas time ( probably Christmas 1950 }. He was in the 8th grade and I was in the 7th. Donald was a really good student, so the teacher gave him the biggest part, Scrooge,. I was amazed at his ability to memorize all the lines he had in the play. ( the teacher would give him several pages to memorize each night and the next day he had it ). I wish we had stayed in touch——–a great guy.
Amber McAfee
Grandpa will be missed. So grateful for the time I got to spend with him as a young girl and during my Missouri visits! So many good memories. He was a sweet man!
Kenneth E. Bost
I was so sorry to read about your loss of Don. My wife, Terry, passed away on June 29 of this year, and I am understanding and sorrowed by your sadness. I am so joyed that Don and all of the family knows the Lord as their source of comfort and strength and Savior. All of you will be in my prayers.
Diane Schergen
may God comfort you.
A fellow liberty hospital employee.
Time travels fast but with faith,hope and love we look forward to eternity.
Joyce (Stone) Smith
Marilyn, so sorry for the loss of Donald. I remember well the one room school house. The Bowman’s and the Stone’s were the students and Ruth Anne was our teacher. That has been a long time ago. Donald was always such a nice guy. Take care and God bless.
John Diment
Hi Marilyn-Very sorry for your loss–A real shame we have lost contact–My memory of you and Donald is being in your folk’s kitchen with Donald’s arms around you–obviously very much in love–while I am not and have never been a Christian, I respect other’s beliefs–if you have access to face book you would see that two of my long time friends (Ana and Whitney) are devout Christians-Whitney’s husband is a “preacher”–RE; Their posts–my wife Barbara prays each morning–I have turned to Judaism years ago as I had many Jewish friends and I embraced their faith–Love you –John Diment
Daniel Franco
We will see you soon my brother….
Louise Boller
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you today and praying God’s grace, peace and comfort to cover you. Don was a kind, gentle and godly man who’s friendship we valued. Hugs to all of you.
Louise Boller
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Don was always a kind, gentle, and godly man and we felt fortunate to know him. Praying for God’s peace, comfort, guidance. and surrounding presence to be felt. Hugs to all of you.
Betty and Skip Sams
Sorry to hear of Donald’s passing. We know you will miss him, but it is a comfort to know he is with Jesus. That’s what all believers are looking forward to. We send our love and prayers.
Betty and Skip
Tammy McBee Tutt
I remember Don in the halls of Liberty Hospital for years. He was a quiet, hard working man.
Karen Gray
Don was a wonderful man. I work at Liberty Hospital. He was liked and respected by all. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Myra Graham
It was a blessing to work with Don. He was always kind to everyone.
Debbie Joy Dahlquist
Don was such a wonderful and humble man of God. He was so loving and encouraging. He always built you up and you would always leave his presence feeling better than when you greeted him. I will greatly miss him and give all his family my condolences and pray God will give them peace and comfort at this time. Love, Debbie Joy
Addie Trial
Im so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.