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Don C. Bowen

March 5, 1935 - March 21, 2025

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United Baptist Church
1007 S. Hawkins Avenue
Akron, OH 44320
Saturday 3/29, 10:00 am

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United Baptist Church
1007 S. Hawkins Avenue
Akron, OH 44320
Saturday 3/29, 11:00 am

Don C. Bowen made his peaceful transition March 21, 2025, with his loving wife, Sherry Bowen, and devoted son, Shawn Bowen, at his bedside.  He went from being a laborer to reaping his rewards after celebrating his 90th birthday.

Don C. Bowen was born March 5, 1935, in Midway, Alabama to parents,
William and Carrie Bell Bowen.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Flora Bowen, parents, William and Carrie Bell Bowen, son, Cedric Earl Bowen, and granddaughter, Lakindra Bowen.  He is also preceded in death by brothers, William Bowen, Kyra Bowen, David Bowen, O’Ree Bowen, James Bowen, Reverend O. B. Bowen, and John D. Bowen.  Sisters, Myrtis Carter, Susie King, Dominion Bowen-Williams, Idean Crews, Carrie Bell Cummings, Clara M. Bowen-Simpson, and Robbie Stevenson.

Don was baptized at Mount Silla Baptist Church in Midway, Alabama where he confessed his faith in Christ at an early age.  After he graduated from Comer Vocational High School, he moved to Haines City, Fla with his brother John D. Bowen.  They later traveled to New York City to work.  A year later, Don and John relocated to Akron, Ohio to be near their sisters Myrtis and Susie.  Don met and married his first wife, Flora, in 1958, under the leadership of Rev. Hall at United Baptist Church.  To this union, four children were born-Steven, Cedric, Shawn, and Sharon.  Don retired from Senn Construction Co., Union labor of 894, of Akron, Ohio, with approximately 33 years of service.

Don’s and Flora’s Christian experience and love of the Lord led them to join United Baptist Church of Akron, Ohio.  He loved gospel music and was an active member in the male gospel chorus at United Baptist Church.  He sang with the “Gospel Wonders” of Akron, Ohio and other gospel groups along with his brother, John.

Don was a faithful church member, a faithful Trustee, and very reliable when making property decisions regarding the upkeep of United Baptist Church until his health declined.

Don and Sherry Wallace married in 2010.

Don was a family man who enjoyed gardening, landscaping, and building homes.  He built homes in the Akron community for eight (8) years along with his brother, John, and son, Shawn.  He enjoyed watching westerns, and spending time with family and friends in his backyard barbequing.  He also enjoyed traveling with Sherry.

Don leaves to cherish his loving memory and to carry on his legacy, wife, Sherry Bowen of 14 years.  Sons Steven Bowen of Akron, Ohio, Shawn (Visa) Bowen of Akron, Ohio, Daughter-Sharon

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Don C. Bowen made his peaceful transition March 21, 2025, with his loving wife, Sherry Bowen, and devoted son, Shawn Bowen, at his bedside.  He went from being a laborer to reaping his rewards after celebrating his 90th birthday. Don C. Bowen was born March 5, 1935, in Midway, Alabama to parents, William and CarrieContinue Reading

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Brown Family left a message on April 2, 2025:
To the Family, Sorry to hear the passing of your love one. R.I.P
Spencer Thomas left a message on March 31, 2025:
To the Bowens Family, you have my deepest condolences, I remember both Brothers Don,and John very well,both were always so classy! And very tight with each other,John was my Landlord for a few years,and I use to sing in the Chior with both of them on Bellows Street United Baptist Church,I admired both Bowen Brothers May they both RIP
Jennifer Chambers Purefoy left a message on March 30, 2025:
Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad that you got to spend the last 15 years with your husband and create wonderful memories with one another, family and friends. May the Lord wrap his arms around you all in this difficult time.. Love you cousin.
Cherry Bowens-Herrington left a message on March 30, 2025:
To the immediate family, please accept our deepest condolences, as we mourn the passing of our father’s last surviving brother, Uncle Don. Words can't express how saddened we are. We will miss him greatly, cherish our memories of him…and may all the cherished memories keep us filled with HIS love and bring us peace. Sending each of you Our love and prayers, during this incredibly difficult time! Love & Blessings The Late.. Mr. Oree Bowens Family Vernon & Cherry Herrington The Bowens The Cunningham’s The Shepherd’s The Green’s The Ford’s The Groom’s The Reid’s
Kirkwood S Cottman left a message on March 29, 2025:
I am his neighbor. We often talked in the summer about the Ground Hogs etc eating our gardens. I will certainly miss him.
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Crystal Daniel left a message on March 28, 2025:
My deepest condolences and for the family from the Smiths and the Daniel family. May peace be with you. Keep your eye on the Sparrow
Min. Keisha Bell left a message on March 28, 2025:
Sis. Sherry & the entire Bowen Family, Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. We the United Baptist Church Officers & Members extend our deepest condolences to the family during your time of transition. We will miss Trustee Bowen or all of his hard work and dedication he displayed for the ministry for many years. We pray that God will give you the strength in the coming weeks, months and years to come. Pastor Kevin & Lady Svette Rushing & the Officers and Members of The United Baptist Church Ministries.
Earl Gunnoe left a message on March 28, 2025:
In memory of Don C. Bowen, Earl Gunnoe lit a candle
Shirley Fletcher left a message on March 28, 2025:
My condolences to the entire family. May God give you all comfort
Peggy Bowen left a message on March 28, 2025:
With love and prayers to our family always
Pauletta and Eddie Bowen left a message on March 28, 2025:
To Bowen family: Sherry/Shawn/Steven/Sharon/Eddie/and O'Neil Bowen you have our deepest condolences in the passing of your husband, father, brother and grandfather. Don loved his family very much and God, He will be truly missed by all. RIP our loved one as the Lord has open his wing for you.
Peggy Bowen left a message on March 28, 2025:
With love 💕 to the family always
Peggy Bowen left a message on March 28, 2025:
In memory of Don C. Bowen, Peggy Bowen lit a candle
The daughters of the late Edward and Evelyn Toomer and Famlies left a message on March 28, 2025:
In memory of Don C. Bowen, The daughters of the late Edward and Evelyn Toomer and Famlies lit a candle
Alber Jean Seward Bell left a message on March 28, 2025:
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Bowen Family! I have known the family since I lived on Moon Street next to their sister, Merdis Carter. Also, I would like to ask the Lord to continue to bless Pauletta and Eddie Bowen who are like family to me and strengthen the entire family in Jesus name! Love. Alber Jean Seward Bell and family
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