Herschel A. Bowman, Sr.

Unknown - Aug 19th, 2010

Birth Date: Unknown
Death Date: Aug 19, 2010
Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography: Herschel A. Bowman, Sr., 92, of Little Rock, lost his tough fight with lung cancer, on August 19, 2010 and an angel of the Lord led him Home. He was predeceased by his parents Carle Voss and James Earl Bowman, Sr., his brother Earl Bowman, his first wife Selma Porbeck Bowman, and his second wife Rose Richardson Bowman. Herschel served in the U. S. Army Air Corps in WW II. He was in the real estate business for several years after getting out of the Army. In 1945, he started buying Army surplus items from Camp Robinson, and selling these items in his backyard in Little Rock. Shortly afterwards, he started H.A. Bowman & Company a retail office furniture business that operated in Little Rock until 1988. He was an avid outdoorsman and golfer, but most of all he was a generous loving father to his four children. He is survived by his son, Herschel A. Bowman, Jr. of Sherwood, his three daughters Carole Cook and husband Charlie of Hot Springs, Gayle Gall and husband Robert “Butch” of Hot Springs, and Christie Bowman of Little Rock. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren; Michelle Bowman, Chuck Cook (Katy), Georgia May (Craig), Cathey Henry (Robert), Dr. Walter Gall, Sean Bowman, Zach Bowman (Janna). He was the proud great grandfather of ten great grandchildren. Ellie Cook, Elizabeth Henry, Graham Gall, Caroline Henry, Maggie Gall, Ashley Henry, Charlie Bowman Cook, Lawson Bowman May, Madison Bowman, Mallory May. He is also survived by his devoted sweetheart, and the love of his life Sara Meeks. The family sincerely thanks Dr. Joe Beck, St. Vincent North Rehab Center, Hospice Home Care Inpatient Center, and Dr. David Liu. Herschel was a member of First United Methodist Church of Little Rock, the Faulkner Sunday School Class, Kappa Sigma fraternity and Pleasant Valley Country Club for many years. There will be a memorial service held Sunday, August 22, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. Memorials may made to First United Methodist Church or Hospice Home Care Foundation both of Little Rock.

Condolences(21)

Wayne Cook

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Grew up with the Bowman and feel the loss even all these years after leaving Ark.

Donna Ryder and family

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our sincere condolences to all of Herschel's family. Our special thoughts of you, Carole and Charlie contain much love and sincere sympathy.
May you keep the happy memories of your dad in your hearts and be sustained by them. We love you! Donna, Tom and Becky

Mike and Joanne Douglas

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Joanne and I enjoyed visiting with Herschel during one of our visits to Farr Shores. What a wonderful fun loving man to have in you life. Our prayers are with you and with him.
All our Love

Billie Pennington

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Herschel, Carole, Gayle & Christie

I don't know if you all will remember me but I worked for your Dad in the early sixties. When I read the obit I remembered him telling the colorful stories of him starting out with the Army surplus supplies in the back of his truck. He took a lot of pride in his accomplishment as well he should.

I enjoyed my time working there. He was a bigger than life person. He also held his age at bay better than anyone I ever saw. I have seen him a few times over the years and he always looked like he did the first time I ever met him.

I know that you know he will never be gone because he lives in your hearts and in your many memories.

Becky Lattin sends her condolences also. She worked for Herschel after I did.

Billie Pennington

Pleasant Valley Country Club

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We are saddened to learn of Mr. Bowman's passing. We have many fond memories from the years he was a member here at Pleasant Valley Country Club. Please accept our sincerest condolences.

Your friends at PVCC.

Chris and Bob White

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Gayle, sorry to her of your loss. Thoughts are wtih you, Butch, and all the family.

Chuck and Debbie Tester and Family

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I'm truelly sorry to hear about the loss of your father.We are here for you anytime needed.

Dave Richards

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

TO THE FAMILY OF HERSCHEL BOWMAN, I WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF HERSCHEL'S WHEN HE LIVED AT KLEIN SHORE HE WAS ALWAYS ON MY SIDE THROUGH THICK AND THIN. I THINK HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND HAD A GREAT HEART. WE WILL MISS HIM GREATLY AND MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY.
THANK YOU
DAVE RICHARDS

Sissy Tarleton Walker

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Carol,
My sincere condolences to you and the rest of the family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sissy

Steve Hockersmith

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Herschel Jr., Gayle , Butch, and the entire Family

I am so sorry for your loss. Herschel was such a great guy, a man's man, and I will miss him. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Toby & Kelly Thompson

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Always at a loss for words during times like this - May peace be with ya'll today and God Bless you, your family and forever Grandpa B.

Darby (Cook) and Dudley Blair

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We are so sorry to hear about Herschel. Daddy, John Cook and his brother, Wheaton were good friends of his. They had many good times together duck hunting & just getting together for lunch, etc. This comes with our deepest sympathy.

Bill and Phyllis Childers

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

May the Lord of Peace be with you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Your 10 fitness friends Bill and Phyllis.

Raymond and Jeanette Roberts

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our Prayers are with you and your family. May
all the memories you have of your father and
the time spent together sustain you in the
days and weeks ahead.try

Toni Barnes Toll

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry to hear of your loss, Herschel always
lived his life to the fullest and made many memorys for you all to hold dear. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Toni

Barbara Brothers Fahr

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

"My deepest sympathy to the Bowman family. I have fond memories of the family and their love for one another. I will always remember the kindness, your giving spirits, and everyone's willingness to give a young girl a chance to learn the office furniture business years ago. My prayers are with you."

Jan Woods Eastwood

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I hold very fond memories of Mr. Bowman.

Pat Layton

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Herschel, I offer my condolences on the death of
your Father, I know that you have been very close
to him all of your life and I am sure you will
always have him by your side for the rest of your life. Having seen you with him on many occasions, I know the loss will be very hard for you.
I will keep you and your father in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your
family. Pat

Robert Riedmueller

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerly, Lorene Riedmueller and Francis Beck

Lynn and Marcus Gunter

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We were sorry to hear of Mr B. passing. Our thoughts are with everyone.

Kathryn Varady

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Hershel, I was so sorry to hear about your dad. The few times I met him were so much fun! He was a truly unique person with an incredible sense of humor. I will always think of him sitting in a deer blind! My thoughts go out to you and your family--

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