Edward E. Bowman

NEWTON, IA – Edward Eugene Bowman, 65, of Newton, IA, formerly of Williamsfield, IL, died at 6:32 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at his home.

He was born April 16, 1959 in Galesburg, the son of Richard and Betty (Murphy) Bowman. He married Hiltraud “Hilly” Lilienthal on October 26, 1984 in Germany. Survivors include his wife of Newton, IA, his three children; James (Tamie) Wright of Lincoln, IL and Jennifer Bowman of Newton, IA and Christine (Christopher) Cornell, of Carlisle, IA, a brother, Mitch (Kathy) Bowman of Williamsfield, a sister, Bonnie (Delvin) Powell of Dahinda, ten grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Michael Bowman.

He graduated from Williamsfield High School and served his country in the U.S. Army. He worked as a train engineer for the Iowa Interstate Railroad until his retirement. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 29 at Rux Funeral Home in Galva with Pastor Zoila Marty officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Williamsfield Cemetery where military rites will be accorded by the Williamsfield American Legion. Memorials may be made in his name and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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