George L. Bowen

Amory— George Bowen, 82, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones on November 2, 2018. He was born in Monroe County on February 14, 1936 to Bill and Bertha Jane Perkins Bowen.

George graduated from Becker High School in 1955. Right out of high school, he joined the United States Marine Corp and served for three years. He married his high school sweetheart, Virginia, or as he called her, “Leecie,” on August 7, 1957. Together they were blessed by God with two sons. He attended ICC at the Tupelo Campus while he was employed at Walker Manufacturing. He worked as a machinist in the tool and dye manufacturing industry. He worked for Walker Manufacturing in Aberdeen for 41 years. Special friends at work included Bo Stall, Steve Sullivan, Aaron Welch, and many others.

George was a faithful member of Quincy Methodist Baptist Church, where he was a Sunday School teacher. His Christian beliefs and his love for his family guided his life. George was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He described his wife as a “million dollar wife,” and in their free time they enjoyed fishing and camping together. He loved to spend time making memories with his family, especially his grandkids and great-grandchildren. George never met a stranger and was a friend to all.

In his free time, George enjoyed listening to Gospel and Country music. He especially loved the Gaithers. George was an avid sports fan and in particular, his favorite sports teams were the Ole Miss football team and the Amory Panthers. He was also passionate about politics and spent a lot of time as a HAM Radio Operator. Above all, George loved his family, and he will be dearly missed. He leaves behind a legacy of wonderful memories for his family to cherish forever.

The family of George would also like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Legacy Hospice, especially Angela and Marcia, for their love and support.

George is survived by his wife of 61 years, Virginia “Leecie” Mize Bowen; sons, Donnie Bowen (Tracy), Ronnie Bowen (Angie); grandchildren, Brooke Weaver (Wilson), Blake Bowen (Marti), Whitney Hall (Chad), Autumn Bowen; great-grandchildren, Mary Claire, Maysah, Emmalou, Eleanor, Gage, Cora Mae, Miley; brothers and sisters, Jerry Bowen (Sandi), R.C. Bowen (Barbara), Jack Bowen (Carol), Marvin Bowen, Patricia Williams; 24 nieces and nephews; and special friends, Steve Sullivan, Cecil and Jencie Harris.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Little Edgar, Willie Jr., Billie; and sisters, Juanita, Wanda Faye, Joann, and Kathleen.

A funeral service will be held at 1 PM Sunday, November 4, 2018 at E.E. Pickle Funeral Home in Amory. Mr. Philip Hathcock and Bro. Coy Hill will lead the service. Burial will follow at Durrett Cemetery in Quincy. Pallbearers will be Randy Leech, Cecil Harris, Bert Mize, Terry Dow Pickle, Gary Pickle, Ricky Funderburk, and Andy Hood. Honorary pallbearers will include Luke Harris, Steve Sullivan, Bo Stall, Aaron Welch, Blake Bowen, Wilson Weaver, Joe Reeves, Chad Hall, and Roy Lee Lindsey.

Visitation will be Saturday night from 5-7 PM at the funeral home.
Donations and memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at eepicklefuneralhome.com