Bernice York Bowen's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Sandersville, Georgia

Bernice York Bowen

April 14, 1940 - September 28, 2025 (85 years old)

Sandersville, Georgia

Bernice York Bowen's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Sandersville, Georgia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
May & Smith Funeral Directors

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Bernice York Bowen

April 14, 1940 - September 28, 2025 (85 years old)

Sandersville, Georgia

Bernice York Bowen Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Bernice York Bowen of Sandersville, Georgia, who passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Bernice shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Bernice farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Hershel York and Sarah Della Erbie York; and her children, Tonya Bowen and Bobby Dean Bowen. She is survived by: her husband Gerald Bowen; and her brothers, Johnny York (Margaret) of Wadley and Leonard York (Arlene) of Arizona.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 30th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel (1119 Riddleville Rd, Sandersville, GA 31082).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Bowen's memory to Kendall Heights Church of God, 829 Jordan Mill Road, Sandersville, GA 31082.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
May & Smith Funeral Directors



Tue

Sep 30

Funeral service

11:00 AM

May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel
1119 Riddleville Rd, Sandersville, GA 31082

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