Hazel M Bowen
July 29, 1924 ~ August 8, 2014
Born in: Franklin, Pennsylvania
Hazel Margaret (Harris) Bowen, 90, of New Street ,Franklin died at 4:10 AM Friday ,August 8, 2014 at Sugar Creek Station. Born July 29, 1924 in Franklin, Hazel was the daughter of the late Clarence and Jennie (Wells) Harris. On October 4, 1945 she married John W. Bowen, who preceded her in death on October 2, 1977.Prior to her retirement on September 17, 1984, Hazel was a Music Therapist at Polk Center; and was a loyal, dependable employee of many other Franklin businesses.She was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church in Franklin. She enjoyed children, music, sports, and volunteering at the Barrow Civic Theater, Franklin Hospital, and for anyone or any organization who needed her help. She was often recognized for her service to others.Hazel is survived by her sons, John W. Bowen III and his wife, Edna, of Seneca, Clarence Robert Bowen of Franklin, David William Bowen and his wife, Heidi, of Franklin, Garrett Richard Bowen of Pittsburgh, and James Edward Bowen and his wife, Lori, of Erie; her daughter, Roxia Boykin and her husband, Stanley, of Kent, Ohio; her thirteen grandchildren; her sixteen great-grandchildren; and her special niece Penny Daniels, and her husband, Tim, and their two children.Hazel will be missed by all whose life she touched along the way.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her son, Trooper Frank Joseph Bowen.Friends will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, on Sunday August 10, 2014 , from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM, and on Monday, August 11, 2014 from 10-11 AM at the First United Methodist Church, 1100 Liberty Street, Franklin, with funeral services immediately following visitation at 11 AM, with Rev. Jeff Little pastor of the Church, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery.In Hazel 's memory, memorial donations may be made to the Barrow Civic Theater, PO Box 1089, Franklin, PA 16323 and/or a charity of the donor's choice.To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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To Robert….God bless you and comfort you in the loss of your beloved Mother. I know how much she meant to you. My deepest sympathy to your entire family as you all grieve the loss of this beautiful and kind woman, my prayers are with you all. Judy Bromley Ramp
Condolence to all the family on the loss of your Mother ,Grandmother and Great grandmother.
My sympathy and prayers to all and especially Dave , who I worked with at Kopper-Merisol.
Patricia Bickel
My sympathy goes out to Bob and the rest of the family. It is very difficult to lose a parent. I know, because I lost both of mine. Cherish your memories. They will live in your heart forever. Penny Sharrer
The family has my deepest sympathy for your loss. Just remembering her brings a smile to my face. I was glad she worked with the children at the day care center. She was able to touch both of my children’s lives. Also seeing her while she volunteered at the hospital was always a bright spot in my work day. Hazel was a vibrant person with a very special personality. She would always brighten up your day with a smile and a hug. My heart goes out to you all at this time but she is now one of God’s special Angels.
To the entire family….
My sincerest condolences for your loss. Hazel was a great and kind woman who always had a smile, a hug and a big hello for everyone. She is certain to be a greeter in Heaven.
Michael Eichholtz
Hazel was such a special lady. She will be missed by many. Our prayers are with the entire family.
Doug and Helen Jordan
I want to send the entire family my deepest sympathy. May your hearts forever be filled with lovely memories, and may her spirit live on through each and every one of you. Love to all, Tamara
To the Bowen family…My deepest sympathies at this your time of sorrow. It is said that a child is only as good as the parent, and I’m sure that your mother was so very proud of all of you. May God bring you peace at this time of grief.
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. She was truly a sweet and loving lady. May your memories give you strength during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
LaVonne and George Clark
My sincere sympathies on the passing of Mrs. Bowen. I met her as young man starting at Lakeside Unit of Polk Center. Her and Cootie were the music teachers. She was such a kind and classy lady and a great role model for others. She made a big impression on me. When I would see her occasionally, after she retired, she always had a friendly smile and hello.
We wish to leave you a small note, just to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. Our prayers are with the family at this time of such great loss.
Fred McCarren, Jerry Griffen and Dawn Ward.
Heidi and family
I am so sorry for your loss.
Our deepest sympathy for your family loss , our prayer are with you all. DAVID MYERS AND DIANE SNYDER.
Hazel is celebrating along with us, singing “I Shall Be Released”, only rewriting it to be, “I Have Been Released”.
She will continue to brighten the lives of those who had the pleasure of even just meeting her by the memories and family she left us.
Heartfelt condolences.
Maryjane Allen
So sorry for your loss. Dave Morgan.
My condolences go out to the entire family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time..
Virginia Breene Wickwire
I send my love and sympathy to whole family. Hazel was a lovely warm, wise woman who set a good example for us all. She and her husband Johnie hold a special place in my childhood memories and in my heart.
Hazel was a wonderful neighbor and friend of our family. She never walked by the house without stopping to chat. When my Aunt sold her house Hazel came by to say farewell to a life long neighbor. Our deepest sympathy to the family, she will be missed.
My deepest condolences for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. I have missed our many talks when I worked for Coogan’s plumbing. She was a great woman who touched many lives and will be missed by all.
Marilyn Miller
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
When I am grieving because I’ve lost a loved one, I have found comforting scriptures at jw.org. For example, It’s comforting to know God cares about us during this time of sorrow (1 Pet.5:6-7)
I look forward to seeing Hazel during the resurrection (John 5:28,29). She will then again be able to enjoy her family/friends.
I hope these scriptural thoughts bring comfort and hope to the family.