Douglas G. Bowman, Sr., 64, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 20, 2014, at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the longtime companion of Rebekah Pimental of New Bedford.
Born in Acushnet, the son of the late Walter Bowman, Sr. and Florence (Morse) Bowman, he grew up in Mattapoisett and lived in Fairhaven for many years before moving to New Bedford 20 years ago.
Mr. Bowman was the owner/operator of Doug’s Prop Shop in Fairhaven. He enjoyed fishing and being with his dogs on walks. Doug was a member of the Fairhaven Varsity Club.
He is also survived by his three sons, Douglas G. Bowman, Jr. of New Bedford, Gary A. Bowman and his wife Kelly of Sunderland, MA and Matthew M. Bowman and his wife Crystal of New Bedford; his former wife, Anne T. (Gallant) Bowman of New Bedford; five grandchildren, Shawn, Christian, Paige, Brenden, and Jorja; seven brothers, Walter, Robert, Neil and Mark Bowman all of New Bedford, Stanley Bowman of Acushnet, Carlton Bowman of Florida and George Bowman of Taunton; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of his deceased brother William.
Calling hours are Tuesday, November 25, 2014, from 2-4 and 7-9pm in the Fairhaven Funeral Home, 117 Main Street, Fairhaven. Cremation will follow and interment will be private.
what a great friend he will be missed by me.