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Obituary For Gloria Bowden
Gloria Bowden, 51, passed on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm EST on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Pine Hill Baptist Church with Rev. J. C. Fryer, pastor; pastor Annie Lewis, officiating and eulogizing. Interment to follow in Sunset Cemetery. Public viewing is Monday, May 27, 2024 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. EST.
Gloria Renee Bowden was born on January 28, 1973, in Columbus, Georgia to Catherine Martin Bowden and the late Herman Bowden.
She was educated in both the Columbus and Phenix City School Systems and she graduated from Central High Schoolin 1991. She was baptized at an early age at Pine Hill Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. F.F. Andrews. Later in life, she united with We Can Ministries of Phenix City, AL.
On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, God embraced Gloria in His arms and enfolded her in His love as she peacefully departed this life.
Gloria was preceded in death by her son, Justin “JD” Bowden and her father, Herman Bowden.
Gloria leaves to cherish her memories; her mother, Catherine “Lil Roe” Bowden of Phenix City, AL; one grandson, her son shine, Justin Devon Bowden, Jr. of Oklahoma City, OK; one loving sister, Hermann Knight of Columbus, Georgia; two nephews, MacKavin and MacKaleb Knight of Phenix City, Alabama; one niece, Akira Rutledge (Eric) of Phenix City, Alabama; one great nephew, EJ Johnson of Phenix City, Alabama; nine uncles, Gerald Bowden, of Jonesboro GA, Cortez Taylor of Columbus, GA, Johnny (Shirley) Martin, Elijah Martin, Sammy Sellers, all of Phenix City, AL, Joseph Wise of Vista, CA, Willie Wise of Birmingham. AL, Jeffery Sellers and Derrick Sellers all of Chicago, IL; 12 aunts, Victoria Taylor of Morrow, GA, Hilda Harris, Dorothy Martin, Betty Jo Hudson, Diane Wise, Daisy Wise all of Columbus, GA, Dorothy (Charles) Toombs, Rosetta Wise, Linda (Wallace) Walton all of Phenix City, AL, Jessie (Lowell) Yarborough of Columbia, SC, Cynthia (Karen) Nash, Yolanda Mason all of Chicago, IL, and a host of other family members (especially cousins) and friends.
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Precious Heart Bouquet was sent for Gloria Bowden - May 27, 2024
Kimberley Warren sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Gloria Bowden - May 23, 2024
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Crystal Perry planted 5 trees in memory of Gloria Bowden . - May 23, 2024
Such a sweet person and you will be missed ♥️
Gloria there are no words to describe how much you mean to everyone who knows you. Everything about you says Love and we will miss that. At this juncture I hold fond memories of laughs and love and I pray for comfort for your family during this time. Take your peaceful rest sweet sister. Kristin Mackey-Hughes
You gain your wings In Heaven. You will be greatly missed by many. We will never forget your smile and sense of humor. To the family may God give you the strength to get through this trying times..We love you family.
Condolence to the family! RIH. Gwen Pitts, Phenix City,Al.
Gloria, May the works I've done speak for me. May the life I speak speak for me, May the service I give speak for and when I resting in my bed and my friends don't understand my the works I've done speaks for me. You will forever be in Biondi and My heart LLG ❤️💜💛 🌼 you brought the sunshine
R.I.P. Gloria you have always been a sweet and lovable person with a smile on your face everytime we met.will continue to pray for the family.
Charlie Mae Rutledge
My sincere condolences and prayers go out to the entire family of Ms. Gloria Bowden. I 🙏 that God will grant you all the strength that is needed during this most difficult time. May God bless each of you individually and collectively. The Woods and Thorne Family
There are many things in life we cannot understand, But we must trust GOD'S judgment and be guided by His hand...And all who have GOD'S blessing can resting His care,For he promises safe passage on the wings of faith and prayer.
My heart is so heavy. Gloria and I worked together at Walmart years ago. We got to be good friends. We would be working and singing and having a great time. My prayers and condolences go out to the family. I believe in my heart, Gloria is safe in the arms of God. Varnita Smith Phenix City, Al
My sincerest condolences and Prayers to the family, we worked together many years ago,I remember your sweet smile and words of encouragement, love of collecting pens,and a forever friend.
Rest in peace dear Gloria 💜
Deepest sympathy, love, prayers and blessing to the family.. So sorry for my sweet baby with that's beautiful smile, she will be missed. Mrs. Freddie Chambers
I'll definitely miss arguing with you about your pitiful football team. I'm really going to miss us talking junk at each other! Thank you for the kind words when my Mom passed. It's forever Go Dawgssssss but yelling "ROLL TIDE" just for you!! Love, Dee
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Class of '71'.
My prayers are with the family. A very kind and sweet lady who will truly be missed. Cookie Bailey
My prayers are with the family. Such a ver kind and sweet person who truly be missed. Cookie Bailey
My prayers are with the family. I just met u this year your smile is like a million dollar. And kind peace. When u get to heaven tell Maria she is truly missed also. Rest my 😇. Cookie Bailey
God said weeping my endure for nights, but joy cometh in the morning. The memories of that smile and that personality will last a life time. To God be the glory, for her life here on earth. Eternal rest is yours Gloria. Linda Smith & Family
I am so sorry to hear of Gloria's passing. She was such a special person. There will never be another like her. I know she is resting now and at peace with our Savior. My prayers and love are with you all. Amy Hutchens Evans
Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved. Continued prayers for comfort and peace. Shavon Williams
FRIEND!Sending PRAYERS of COMFORT to you and your FAMILY during your time of bereavement! FRIEND I'm so SORRY about Gloria passing! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Catherine Lockhart Harris
I am so heartbroken but I know you are getting the rest you so badly needed. We love you now and forever ever more Gloria Jean. Besties 4 Ever ~Shay and Jakorie~
My heart is broken but I know you knew the Lord and now you're safe in his arms. I love you forever and a day. You'll always be Auntie baby girl. Love you a long time. Rest in paradise. Auntie
A sweet person with a beautiful personality. My prayers and sympathy to the family. My you rest in peace sweet Gloria. Betty Kimbrough & Family
Prayers for the family at this time. Marsha preer
Such a sweet person to know and love not only as a classmate but more like the Lil sister that you'll always look out for my heart is torn that you're no longer here until we meet again R.I.P Gloria 🙏🙏
Gloria we have had some laughs and good times together. I'm going to miss you classmate. Rest in paradise with your son and daddy.
My condolences for your loss she will be missed by many.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
