David Lawrence Bowlen

David Bowlen

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David Lawrence Bowlen, of Kansas City passed away October 14, 2025. David was born January 10, 1946.

Dave was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. He married the love of his life, Lillie Bowlen, on March 22, 1985. A true jack of all trades, Dave held many jobs over the years, with some of his favorites being at the Kansas City Star, QuikTrip, and the local casinos. His greatest passion was his family. Dave loved spending time with his loved ones and his dogs, and he never passed up an opportunity for adventure, especially off-roading. He had a deep love for his cars, a good cup of coffee, and his double bubble gum, all simple joys that perfectly captured his easygoing spirit.

Survivors include: wife, Lillie Bowlen; children, Marcie Teenor, Donnie Bowlen, Dana (Robert) Penn, and Becky Bowlen; grandchildren, Jessica, Erin, Nicole, Kelsey, Jesse, Emily, Justin, Haiden, Cameron, Landon, Dalton, and Andrew; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by: mother, Aileen Bowlen; father, Pat Bowlen; brother, Vincent Bowlen; sister, Jean Warnken; son, Ronnie Bowlen; grandchild, Baby Penn; honorary sons, TJ Price and Allen Perryman; and his beloved dogs, Buster and Junior.

Services will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133. Visitation will be at 10:00am and funeral service will follow at 11:00am.

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  1. Vikkie Tucker on October 16, 2025 at 7:51 am

    Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all !
    It’s never easy to lose someone you love!

    Prayers to everyone who loved him !



  2. Barbara schrader on October 16, 2025 at 8:06 am

    Even in this initial time of loss that you always feel his loving embrace just in a new way, you will always be the love of his life, and you will live with the love that he put in your heart



  3. Melanie Gover on October 16, 2025 at 9:27 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing you comfort and strength during this difficult time.



  4. Bill and Audrey Hampshire on October 16, 2025 at 9:59 am

    Our sincerest condolences. Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and wishing you comfort and peace.



  5. Marykay Schoonover on October 16, 2025 at 10:36 am

    Lily I am so sorry for your loss, sending all my Love and Hugs keeping you and family in my thoughts and prayers Love you❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼



  6. Jennifer Stone on October 16, 2025 at 12:11 pm

    Sending all my love and thoughts of comfort to you all during this difficult time.



  7. Sam McDaniel on October 16, 2025 at 7:02 pm

    Sending love and keeping you all in my prayers.



  8. Susie (Karen Sue Abbott) on October 19, 2025 at 3:53 pm

    I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I know how sad and devastating it can be. Know that I am only a phone call away anytime you need to talk. Dave was a wonderful man and I know he loved you, and all your very much.



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