John Bowden Obituary

The family announces the passing of John Bowden (Central Lake, Michigan) on May 23, 2026. John was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Patricia Bowden; his sons, Mark Schledorn and Dale Hill; his grandchild Ryan Cary; and his brother James Bowden.

He is survived by: his children, Trudy Cary, Don Hill (Jenny), Mary Bowden and Tricia Bowden (Jason); his sister Judy Bowden; his grandchildren, Brandon, Lacey (Cyr), Ashley, Dylan, Dallas Cary, Barbara Schledorn Capps, Lexi Hill, Michael, Reanne, Andrew Hill, Kenny Mier, Ashton Hill and Donovan Walraven; his great grandchildren, Taylor, Grace, Alexa, Caleb, Chance, Maddison, Brooklynn, Jaxson, Blake, Bishop, Sebastian, Shay, Landon, Kaylon, Scarlet, Sydney, Silas, Abby and Jacob; his son Dave; Micky Plumridge (Jeff). He is also survived by friends; and so many dearly loved nieces and nephews.

If you'd like to honor John's memory, please consider donating to The Good Samaritan Family Services, Front Porch Ministries in Ellsworth, MI, or PATH: Passing Along the Heritage.