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Obituary for BOWEN


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday October 24, 2009

Lawrence (Larry) Bowen, 87, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on October 21, 2009, at home, after a long illness with his loving family at his side. Mr. Bowen is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Pauline Bowen; his son, Brian Bowen; his daughter, Patty Campbell and husband, Jeff; his son, John Bowen of South Dakota; his stepson, Frank L. Armenta and wife, Lupe; his stepdaughter, Charlene Villezcas and husband, Angel; six grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; his brother, William M. Bowen and wife, Jean of Springfield, MO. Mr. Bowen was preceded in death by sisters, Lorraine Wood and Ella Mae Ritchie; and his brother, Howard Bowen. Mr. Bowen was a Veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Navy Submarine Service, Owner/Operator of Larry's Drive-In Restaurant from 1951- 2003, a life member of Temple Lodge #6 and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, a life member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine, an active member of the Royal Order of Jesters, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Disabled American Veterans. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, October 26, 2009, at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center, 6600 Zuni Rd. SE at 4:00 p.m, with a reception to follow in the Fez Club. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com


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