Joan C. Bowman Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joan C. Bowman (Union, New Jersey), who passed away on September 21, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan C. Bowman to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edwin A. Cowen and Ruth H. Cowen; her sons, Derrik and Michael; and her brother Edwin A. Cowen, Jr..

She is survived by: her children, Jim Hoitsma (Pam Callander), Lisa Favorini, Tom "Teke" Hoitsma and Jonathan C. Bowman; her grandchildren, Jasper (Chelsea), Sheyna Hoitsma, Jovi Pivar-Federici, Cruz and Pilar Hoitsma; her great grandchildren, Camille and Sylvie Hoitsma; and her sister-in-law Connie Cowen.

Memorial contributions can be directed to Smith College, Sarah Lawrence, or the educational institution of your choice.