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Ronald “Bo” W. Bowman, 71

December 07, 2022

Ronald “Bo” W. Bowman, 71, of Elizabethtown passed away December 7, 2022. He was born to the late Earl and Jeanette Bowman (Hollow) in Lancaster. He graduated from McCaskey High school in the 1970. Bo had a 30 plus year career with Armstrong, where he worked in the inspection and tile departments.

Bo had the gift of gab; he could talk to anyone about most anything and was very social. He had a passion for The Beatles and even got to meet Ringo Star a couple years ago. He loved everything about the British invasion and travel in his youth to England. Bo enjoyed going to concerts and loved a good western or James Bond movie. He was also the Cleveland Brown’s #1 fan. He will be greatly missed by those that loved him.

Bo is survived by his children, son J.T Bowman of Elizabethtown, daughter Rachel Rumsey wife of Timothy of Elizabethtown, son Jesse Bowman of Lancaster, and stepson Chad Bortzfield husband of Rebecca of Lancaster; his grandson Timmy; his siblings, Donna Ortman wife of Chip and Randy Bowman both of Mt. Joy; and many other relatives who cared for him.

A memorial service will be held at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, at 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, February 4, 2023 at 2pm. Family invites guests to visitation one hour prior to service.

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December 14, 2022

My deepest sympathy to Ron’s family.  He was a good friend in the early 70’s.  I spent time with friends at his apartment listening to The Beatles and he knew everything about them.  We also had a great time at a George Harrison Concert, I think at the Spectrum.  He was very kind and considerate of others.

December 14, 2022

Bo. I was glad I was able to get in to see you the other week and share a beer. I was planning on coming back this week, and only found out of your passing today. We had many years of great times together from school days, the chateau, Beatlefests and many years after that. My condolences to your children and your siblings. Hopefully I will know when your memorial service is. I’ll be there. We’ll meet again at the great Beatlefest in the sky.

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Saturday, February 04, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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