Howard Lee Bowlin, 74, of Christopher IL. passed away on Friday August 18, 2017 at his home.
He was born May 2, 1943 to Geoffrey and Genevieve (Kirkpatrick) Bowlin. He married Joanne (Hager) Bowlin in 1979 and she survives of Christopher.
Survivors include his wife, children Kim (Darrell) Lundsford, Missy (Joseph) Boisseau, Christina Lewis, Starlet (Matthew) Baker, Shayna (Jesse) Drew, Raquel (Torey) Pulliam and Brooklen Bowlin; two step-sons Robert (Alice) Brummitt Jr. and Mark Brummitt; daughter-in-law Amy Brummitt; two sisters Phyllis and Sparky Robinette and Diane Utley; one brother Lyle Bowlin; also survived by 19 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Howard and Joanne were foster parents for over 20 years to many children and Howard was called dad by Jason Burnett, Daniel Parkinson, Josie (Steve) Heggaton and Tara (Matthew) Nielson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one step-son Kristopher Brummitt, and one brother Hobart Bowlin.
Memorial service will be on Thursday August 24, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Visitation will be on Thursday August 24, 2017 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 Pm at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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