Mary L. Bowman of Independence, MO passed away February 25^th, 2022, at The Villages of Jackson Creek. Mrs. Mary Bowman was loved by all who knew her, even at the end of her days. Many nurses and caregivers from other parts of the nursing home came by her room to say goodbye and to tell her how much she was loved. Mom lost Dad at the age of 49. Mary retired from 2 different companies and worked until age 78. She made friends for life and loved us all deeply, including the grands and great-grandchildren. She even loved our friends and treated them all like family. Mom loved country music especially Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Waylan and the Boys. She loved biscuits and gravy and baked potato soup from Panera. She was a true fan of Blue Bloods, Turner Classic and Hallmark movies. She was also an avid fan of baseball and football, her favorites were: The Royals, The Cardinals and The Chiefs (when they were winning).

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband; Darrell Bowman, son; Kim Bowman, grandson; Chris Bowman, sister; Wanda Woodson and sister-in-law; Delores Bybee. Survivors of Mary include her children; Kent (Sally), Gary (Terri), Michael (Laurie), Michele (Randy), Kelly and Susie, 16 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 2 brothers.

A Celebration of Life for Mary Bowman will be Thursday March 10th from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133.

In Lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to The Alzheimer’s Association. https://www.alz.org