Susan R. Bowman, 86, of Fort Wayne passed away at 11:50 A.M. on Friday, November 20. Susan was born to the late Richard and Marion (Dalton) Robertson in July 1934 in South Bend, IN.
In March 1963, she married D. Chuck Bowman who preceded her in death in July, 1984. She retired from the South Bend School Corporation after 33 years of teaching. Susan gave back to her community by volunteering in many local charities like, Antiquarian Society, Junior League, St. Joseph County Scholarship Fund and Children’s Dispensary.
She was a member of Delta Gamma.
She is survived by her children, David (Cara) Bowman; three grandchildren: Andrew, Rebecca and Ashley Bowman. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Amy D. Bowman and her sister, Annette Robertson.
The family is hosting a Celebration of Life service at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Palmer Funeral Home within the Lakeville Community Complex at 601 North Michigan Street, Lakeville, IN 46535. Friends may visit with the family for one hour prior to the service. A luncheon with the family will immediately follow the service. The family is encouraging those attending to please wear a mask. Palmer Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Children’s Dispensary, 812 E. LaSalle Avenue, South Bend, In 46617; South Bend Education Foundation, P.O. x 119, South Bend, IN 46624; Camp Eberhart Alumni Association, 316 South Eddy Street, South Bend, IN 46617.
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