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Obituary For Bryant Anthony Bowman
Manning, SC
Bryant Anthony Bowman, 35, died Sunday, June 6, 2021 in Manning, SC. He was born July 2, 1985 in Manning, SC, a son of Betty J. Bowman Ragin and the late Lamont J Grant and stepson of Matthew L. Ragin. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Mary Eliza “Mutt” Bowman.
His education was obtained in the public schools of Clarendon County. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy. After leaving the Navy, he began to pursue his photography dreams along with his interest of drawing.
In his youth, he attend Friendship African Methodist Episcopal Church in Pinewood, South Carolina.
On Sunday morning, June 7, 2021, Bryant Anthony Bowman departed his life at McLeod Health Clarendon in Manning, South Carolina.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories a loving mother, Betty Jo (Matthew) Ragin of Manning, SC; two daughters, Paris Bowman of Ohio and Samiah Love of Indiana; two brothers, Louis (Tamera) Ragin of Manning, SC and Lamont Grant, Jr. of Brooklyn, NY; three sisters, Lamarra White, Shakima White and Shanikka White all of Brooklyn, NY; step paternal grandmother, Rosa Ragin of Manning, SC; great grand aunt, Carrie Lee Oliver of Manning, SC; godmother, Sharon Martin; special friend, Chyna Sanchez; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services for Mr. Bowman will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Friendship AME Church Cemetery, 6156 Furse Road, Pinewood, SC,
The family is receiving friends at the home of his parents, 6431 Tobias Road, Manning, SC.
Guest Book
#LLSLEEP Thank You For The Strong And Positive Words
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My condolences to the family and friends of Bryant. Thank you Bryant "Sleep" for the laughs, the jokes and the friendship. It was an honor to cross paths and be in the presence of such a wonderful individual while you were in VA. You will truly be missed.
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I'm lost for words...... I love and will miss you cuz nomore funny post on Facebook nomore Fire videos tell my pops in heaven I miss him Your big cuz Jermaine
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My condolences to his family and friends may his soul rest in peace and his spirit and legacy continue to live on. -Natalie Dobson
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Known you since high school and you were always smiling or had something funny to say and still checked on me long after those high school years. You truly have a big heart. May your loved ones receive peace and comfort during this trying time. You were and always will be loved and truly missed. With love, T.
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My condolences to the family and friends of Bryant. Bryant was a great a person, friend, and classmate. He had such a good heart and we're going to miss him dearly. RIP Bryant!
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My condolences the the family, I didn't know him but I heard so many great things about him. May you R.I.P young man and may God give your family strength.
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I at a loss of words. I was shocked to hear this new and my heart goes out to Betty and family. My best memory of Brysnt was that he could dance his tail off. He had such a good and sincere heart. My condolences to the family. Bryant will be so missed. Love Always Jackie and Doug Tiller, Dominique and Michael Ragin.F
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My deepest condolences to the family. Bowman and I served together in the Navy. He was always smiling and making everyone around him laugh! I am truly saddened by his passing. Fair winds and following seas Bowman, you are truly missed.
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My sincere prayers to the Bowman family. We served together in Norfolk in the Navy. He was one of the nicest young men onboard. May his memory live on. CSCS(ret) Mary Trice
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Best movie night buddy one could ask for. Bryant was wise beyond his years so conversations were always food for thought. You're free from this earth so go explore that other side of the moon. Journey well my friend.
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My heart is heavy having to write this. My identical birthday twin. Bryant you were a blessing to all who knew you and an angel on earth. Your heart was so pure and giving. I am beyond honored to have known you. Sleep easy my friend ❤
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My sincere condolences to Bowman's family and close friends. I met Bryant when we were stationed together in Norfolk, he'd coming in my office dancing and smiling. Bryant, you've finished the task God had for you now RIH!!🙏-Lori Brown, LSCM(RET).
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To Betty and the family, may God wrap His loving arms around you all and comfort you. Just know doing this difficult time, earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Brian is a Kings' kid so God saw fit to call him to His kingdom place. We don't always understand but God knows. I remember when Brian came up to DC to spend the summer with us when we were young. His spirit will be missed. Love Ranita and family - your cousins from DC
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Cuz, May your soul find rest until the great coming of the Lord. I love you in the name of Jesus Christ! See you soon.
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Cuz, May your soul find rest until the great coming of the Lord! Love you in the name of Jesus Christ. See you soon!
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To my dear friend who open his doors to me when i literally had nothing. We built a brotherhood off of an amazing friendship. I've never known you to have fear. I am still your biggest fan and supporter! This is tough for me still....... For the last time Too Sweet me Bro 🤘🏾
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Sleep!! I can't believe you're gone man! Im Glad you recorded everything you always said your Instagram will be for all the memories of your journey and they mean so much more now. In film school we were really inseparable from the day I met you we grew a connection! I'm going to take all of the memories and cherish them forever! Visit me in my dreams please. You're truly missed I'm so sorry this has happened to you! You truly were a God behind the camera and I know you're capturing all the greats up there! Your legacy continues.
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Thank you miss Betty for sharing Bryant with us, he was talented,motivated and loving. My deepest condolences to the family...we'll miss him dearly.
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I met Bryant when I moved to va he was one of my sister's friend and instantly became mine. I remember a few years ago we saw each other in California and we had the most fun I've ever had in my life for my birthday because of you...you'll be missed it's heartbreaking to see you gone so soon we love you -twin.
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My heart gooes out to all his family and mostly his daughters he was a good friend we met in 5th grade an became inseparable im goin to miss you man one of the 2 real friends ive made in my life
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My condolences to the family . S.I.P 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊🕊
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Take your rest Sleep... you've done a great job here on earth and you've left a mark on so many of us! My condolences to the family!! #LLSleep🕊
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My deepest condolences to his family, friends, everyone who is saddened by this.. Especially his children and mother.. 🙏🏾
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Our deepest condolences to Ms. Betty, family and friends. Sleepy aka Bowman aka Bowflex you were one of a kind, always smiling and cracking jokes, the life of the party. The Navy brought us together and made us family! My ♋️ twin, amazing friend and shipmate, bonus Unc to our children you will be greatly missed. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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I met Bryant in the Navy while we both were stationed at VACAPES. He was so kind and wise and would often offer me pep talks on some of my worst days. He had such a beautiful spirit and always kept it real with you no matter what. My family and I offer our deepest sympathies and condolences. May his family find peace and comfort in the Lord. Rest peacefully Bryant. ~Ramona Jones & Family
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Bryant, I'm not suppose to be doing this yet!! First thank you for your service and second thanks for being such a great friend. Thanks for the laughs, the arguments, the love, your silliness, that huge smile, and just the all around great vibe whenever I was around you. I still remember hanging out with you at ya apartment in Norfolk, riding out with you, and so much more. Thanks for just being you!! Until we meet again, I'll miss you Bryant. Always and forever your "applesauce".
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A guy who just wanted the world to see through the same lens he was looking through. Rest In Peace my dear friend RanDumb Thinker...Gone way too soon. Ty Obama
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I just heard today of passing. Although I never met Bryant, we are family none the less. I thank him for his service. May the peace of the the Lord rule in your heart during this most difficult and stressful time. Benjamin Oliver Gunnery Sergeant USMC (RET)
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I wish I had one more time to talk with you Bryant. Funny, intelligent, kind and talented. You will be missed friend. I hope and pray that your spirit is at peace. "Sleep" my friend, Job Well Done. I'm sending my condolences to your family and friends. Love, Denita Garces
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It will always be BOWMAN GANG 😩 My condolences to the family....You're going to be missed Sleep...We love you Punkin and Family ❤️
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Humble young man. We all grew up in church together. Life is so unfair. I'm often told to never question God, but how can you know in this type of circumstance. You never bothered a soul!! Sending my most sincere condolences to the Bowman family including Ms Betty! Lord I pray that you give her ultimate strength and know that Gods grace is sufficient ...
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I knew Bowman (we were all referred to by last name in the Navy) while stationed together in Norfolk. His baby face always displayed a bright smile and a happy-go-lucky spirit about him. Prayers of peace and comfort for his family and friends as Bryant rests in peace. PSC (Ret) Kris (Fike) Gut.
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My heart was heavy with sadness when I heard of my cousin Bryant passing. Since we were kids I can remember Betty (Bryant mom) with her camera at family functions, so to grow up and see him with a camera around his neck shows that the talent he had was in his blood.. He was a very kind, smart young man. You will be greatly missed Bryant.. Love, your cousin, Dorshel Martin-Pearson & Family...
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My heart was heavy with sadness when I heard of my cousin Bryant passing. Since we were kids I can remember Betty (Bryant mom) with her camera at family functions, so to grow up and see him with a camera around his neck shows that the talent he had was in his blood.. He was a very kind, smart young man. You will be greatly missed Bryant.. Love, your cousin, Dorshel Martin-Pearson & Family...
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Seems like yesterday young Petty Officer Bowman came home with me for a Thanksgiving meal. And shortly there after I pinned his Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist insignia upon his chest. The smile and dance routines of "Bow Flex" will never be forgotten. Deepest Condolences to the family, CMC Lewis A. Wilson
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We love and going to miss you Sleep!! ~Bella
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I'll miss you my friend. SJ will miss you. Until we meet again. We love you but god loves you more. You finished his task. Get your rest love. #HeartOfGold
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I'm going to miss you. We had some good times and good conversations. You will be missed.
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Going to miss u cuz love selena
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Going to miss u cuz love selena
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You had biggest heart and an amazing soul. I'm going to really miss you. My prayers goes out to your family. Heaven has gained an angel! Your buddy, Clarissia 🙏🏾 ❤
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B as I called him had a heart of gold and a smile and laugh that could brighten someone's day. He thought out of the box and his creativity impacted his community and those he touched along the way. A great and honorable man that would be truly missed.
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B as I called him had a heart of gold and a smile and laugh that could brighten someone's day. He thought out of the box and his creativity impacted his community and those he touched along the way. A great and honorable man that would be truly missed.
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B as I called him had a heart of gold and a smile and laugh that could brighten someone's day. He thought out of the box and his creativity impacted his community and those he touched along the way. A great and honorable man that would be truly missed.
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My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Bryant you were truly a good man
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Your daisy boo! Love you Bryant, we shall meet one day! 😢
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Cuz we just had plans this month to do a photoshoot I'm sad you gone so soon ... it still didn't register yet and my head you not her with us but u will be miss tho !
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Sending Condolences from Boston MA. Bryant was my classmate when I lived in SC. I got to see him when I visited about 3 yrs ago. He was a wonderful guy with a big heart and he will truly be missed.
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Time to capture the best shot Sleep❣️ To the family Paris My offering of prayer and condolences to you All...
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We may have called YOU "SLEEP", however you were the most AWOKEN friend I've had. You saw a vision many began to see through your eyes while your words spoke that same vision to each personal life you touched along your journey. We love you, I'm glad I was able to give you your flowers while you were here.
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i'm gonna miss you my friend! i'm so glad i got the chance to know you these last past years & you made every moment worth it ❤️, i'll forever cherish our memories & time spend together LONG LIVE YOUUU 🥺🕊❤️
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so for your loss he was such a good person
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My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends....S.I.P. Bryant
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My condolences to the family n his Bestfriend 🙏🏽❤️
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My condolences to your family and daughter we going to miss you sleep 🕊️🙏
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Our heartfelt deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sleep in heavenly peace Bryant, We love you God loves you best. Leroy & Sharlissia Davis-Dennis
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My condolences to the family Irish Dupree
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We're gonna miss you sleep Irish Dupree
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