Bessie Bowman Lea Obituary
The passing of Bessie Bowman Lea of Fordland, Missouri leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 13, 2025 at the age of 89. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Bessie Bowman Lea or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though Bessie Bowman has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Steve Cheek and Ruby Cheek; her husband Ralph Lea; and her son Tom Bowman. She is survived by: her children, Steve Bowman and Judy Mangan; and her sister Nellie Creager of Omaha, Arkansas. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 18th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the J. D. Lee & Sons Funeral Home (7405 E Ferrell Ln, Rogersville, MO 65742). A burial will be held on Wednesday, June 18th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Fordland Cemetery (804-808 Park Ln, Fordland, MO 65652).
