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1941
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Rosalyn Bowman Obituary
Rosalyn E. Bowman, 81, of Mt. Blanchard, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023.
She was born Oct. 9, 1941. She married Robert Bowman on Aug. 24, 1958, and he survives.
Rosalyn is also survived by her children, Lou Ann (Jim) Farmer of Findlay, Bradley J. (Cheri) Bowman of Mt. Blanchard, and Todd A. (Vicki) Bowman of Plain City; brothers, David Suter and Clyde Bame; sister, Jane Keen; sister-in-law, Lori Suter; nine grandchildren, Brett (Alissa) Farmer, Dawn (Aric) Hochstettler, Haley (Cody) Schapson, Eric (Addy) Bowman, Zach (Mady) Bowman, Luke Bowman, Kimberly Bowman, Gregory (Emily) Bowman, and Brian Bowman; and 12 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Lotta Suter; son, Scott D. Bowman; brother, Dean Suter; and sister, Esther McDaniel.
Rosalyn retired from Riverdale Schools as cafeteria manager. She was a long-time member of Mt. Blanchard United Methodist Church. She loved sports, especially Riverdale, Ohio State, and Cleveland sports. Rosalyn enjoyed traveling. She and her husband spent 19 winters in Arizona and went on numerous cruises. She also loved playing cards and camping, especially at Bowman's Bottom. Most of all, she loved her family.
Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Arlington. Rosalyn's funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Mt. Blanchard United Methodist Church. Additional visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Private family burial will be at Riverview Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Rosalyn to Mt. Blanchard United Methodist Church, Riverdale Athletic Boosters, or Bridge Home Health and Hospice.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.
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Sam Van Atta
April 7, 2023
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to Bob and all the family. Sam Van Atta
David & Katrina Hill
April 4, 2023
Deepest sympathies to Bob and the whole family. Rosalyn was a sweet and wonderful lady. So sorry for your loss.
Deb Shrider
April 3, 2023
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Rosalyn was a huge part of all your lives and I know you will miss her terribly. Heaven gained a loving and kind soul.
Dana and Robyn Dilley
April 3, 2023
Very sorry for the family´s loss. She was a pleasant and kind person.
Dana and Robyn Dilley
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