Robert T. Bowman

SPRINGFIELD-Robert T. Bowman, 55, died peacefully at home November 13, surrounded by his family on the beautifully landscaped grounds that he so passionately maintained. Born in Springfield to the late Harold and Jacqueline (LaBelle) Bowman, he had been employed as a truck driver for the City of Springfield. He enjoyed riding his motorcycles, going to vintage car shows and his boxer, “Brandy”. He is survived by his loving wife of thirty years, Donna (Douglas) Bowman, a brother, Paul Bowman, sisters: Diann Burns and Cheryl Newlove; mother-in-law, Emma Douglas, along with several other family members, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. At Robert’s request there are no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Baystate VNA-Hospice, P.O. Box 9058, Springfield, MA 01102-9058 or Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, 627 Cottage St., Springfield, MA 01119. The family is being assisted by New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 www.nefcc.net