Brian Rayvon Bowden

1971 - 2013

Brian Rayvon Bowden obituary, 1971-2013, New Bern, NC

BORN

1971

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Cotten Funeral Home

2201 Neuse Blvd

New Bern, North Carolina

Brian Bowden Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 14, 2013.

Brian Rayvon Bowden, 41, of New Bern, went to heaven, Sunday, January 13, 2013.

Brian was the loving husband of Judith Bowden and precious son of Gerri Thompson. He is also survived by his step-father, Tommy Thompson, sister, Carrie Bowden Freed, step-brothers, George Bowden, III and Shane Bowden, a loving family and special cousins, Ronnie Lee and Eric Hardison.

Brian was a member of Broad Street Christian Church and he worked for City of New Bern in the parks and recreation department. Brian is a bright light that will never fade in our hearts.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Cotten Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Cotten. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

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January 10, 2014

Peni Andrews

Judith this tragedy has no explanation we can understand, love of God and belief are what hold us together in these moments, months and years ahead. My prayers and love are with you. Brian, may you rest in peace. Judith you have our love, Peni and noelle Andrews in disbelief.

September 29, 2013

Evs O'Steen

Brian I still miss you Bud! Thought it was supposed to get easier!

January 24, 2013

Tim + Donna Deering

There are no words to truly express how deeply sorry we are for this terrible tragedy and great loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
With our deepest sympathy, Tim and Donna Deering

January 19, 2013

Jo Ann Jones Canady

My prayers and thoughts are with you Gerri and the family. I am so sad to hear about Brian. I remember babysitting him with Shayne. I have often thought and wondered how he and Carrier were doing. Much love and hugs.

January 18, 2013

Mary Blankenship

All my love to you and your family Gerri.You are all in my prayers and will be in the days ahead.God be with you now and always.Brian was a special person and will be missed by many.

January 18, 2013

Ron (Sonny) Oliver

I am so very sorry, for the loss of a good man. Brian, and I were the very best of friends. He was more than a friend to me. He was a brother. We enjoyed fishing together, more than anything. To hear the news has broken my heart. Brian was the best kind of person, you would ever want to meet. He was a very caring, and true person. He often thought of others, before himself. I know the world has lost a very good person, but heaven has gained a mighty angel. I pray that God is with the family, during this difficult time. I know we're supposed to be comforted in the fact, Brian has gone to a better place.I hurt so very bad. I am so very sorry this has happened, to such a great guy. I wish we had stayed in touch, a little more after I moved away. I am at a total loss for words. I can only pray that God gives us the strength we need, to continue on. I know that one day, we will meet again. Until then, God bless your soul, Brian. We all love, and miss you.

January 17, 2013

Doug Canney

This saddens me greatly, Brian was a great guy. Sorry I didn't get to see him on my last trip home. We were friends for many years.

January 17, 2013

Doug Canney

Man, I hate reading this, Brian and I go way back. He used to go see my band play back in the early 90's. We both loved bikes and I see he had gotten a new one. I haven't seen B in a couple years because I moved away for my job. He was an awesome, hard working, genuine dude, all his life and I feel privileged to say I was his friend. Ride on my old friend.....

January 17, 2013

debbie coward

So sorry to hear about this. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

January 17, 2013

Gerri, My heart goes out to you at the loss of your son. May God comfort you and the family as only he can. Prayers are with you. Sharon Brinson

January 16, 2013

Edsel Cardenas

=/ eventho we met twice because of the distance (california to north carolina) u will be missed by ALL of the family, u always kept a smile on my sisters face and made her da happiest person in da world, u were her everything. and i know now your looking down on her and keeping her safe but we know shes a strong women and will be able to pull thru this and stay strong for you. also wish i could of thanked u for my christmas present, taking me to fish for the first time, taking all of us on the ferry when we went to visit and showed us around north carolina and showing us things we thought we would of never seen if my sister never met u..u were a great brother in law, i was about 15 at the time n we were able to talk and play video games together, u were still a kid at heart and a great husband to my sister. R.I.P ur in a better place now and will always be remembered

January 16, 2013

Bobby Wallace

I'm very sadden to hear about Brian! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and the diffcult days to come!!


Bobby Wallace
(Class of 89)

January 16, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of Brian passing . He was a good friend and coworker .I enjoyed working with Brian and had some good conversations with him. I will miss him. May God bless this family. you are in my thoughts and prayers . Ronnie Goodwin New Bern North Carolina.

January 16, 2013

Gerri I have just found out about Brian. I am so sorry to hear about this. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. If there is any way that I can help you, please let me know. Love, Deborah Edwards

January 16, 2013

Jimmie Chaplin

So very sorry to hear about your loss. I know Brian will be missed by his loving family and friends in New Bern.

January 15, 2013

Pamela Ward

To the family of Brian R. Bowden,
It was Sunday. After church we stopped by a friend's house, but she was not there. We did not plan to go towards Greenville. Immediately my mother (Geneva) said, “Pull the car over so I can pray for the man.” I asked with authority as we got closer, if there were any believer out there, let's hold hands and pray, because we believe where one or two are gathered that God is in the midst. Mom leaned down by Brian's side and began to pray, calling on our eternal Father. Even though we were asked to stop…our lips may have stopped moving, but our hearts kept on praying. My mother and I wanted you to know that your husband, son, brother, cousin and friend was there with caring people until the Ambulance left.
Mrs. Bowden, we will continue to hold you up in prayer during the difficult days ahead. This one thing I know for sure…the trumpet shall sound (I Corinthians 15:52), and those who have gone on before, shall be raised. Until then know that Hebrews 12: 1 says that there is a great cloud of witnesses in the grand stands, cheering us on until we finish this race. Hold on to His promises, the final bend is approaching. It won't be long now!
With Sympathy, Geneva & Pamela Ward

January 15, 2013

Jane Kistler Halweg

Judith, Jack and I were so sorry and shocked to hear of Brian's death. Please know that you are in our prayers. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

January 15, 2013

Our deepest sympathy from the Tryon Palace family.

January 15, 2013

Shelia Siers-Winfrey

I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a friend of mine when we were children. Many prayers are being said for your family. Sending lots of love to you Gerri.

January 15, 2013

Ray & Bobbi Poole

Gerri, we are so sorry to hear about Brian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love, Ray & Bobbi Poole

January 15, 2013

Cheri Siers Powers

Gerri & Carrie, I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out about Brian's accident and I wanted you to know that you and your family will be in my prayers during this trying time. I am unable to be at the services but know that I will be thinking of you for days and weeks to come. It has been a long time since we have spoken but if you would like to send me and email, I would like to hear from you. ([email protected])

In Christian Love,
Cheri Siers Powers

January 15, 2013

Judith & Family,
We were just heartbroken to hear of Brian's passing. He was such a kind and caring person. Charles will certainly miss their long talks and Brian's friendship. Our entire family is thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers. Heaven certainly has a new angel.
With much love,
Debbie & Charles Brannon

January 15, 2013

Jeff and Star Fulcher

Brian was a good co-worker and friend. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that God helps you all though this tragic loss.

January 15, 2013

Adrian&Joyce Didra

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

January 15, 2013

Mavis Cutler

I would like to send my prayers and thoughts to his family in this time of sorrow. I pray that God will lift your family and friends in this loss. He graduated with me at New Bern High School in the Class of 89. He will be missed.

Mavis Cutler-Maye
Baltimore, MD

January 15, 2013

Mavis Cutler-Maye

I graduated with Brian from New Bern High School and just wanted to let you know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time. He will be missed. Class of 89

Mavis Cutler-Maye
Baltimore, Maryland

January 15, 2013

Nicole Dewar

Brian was such a wonderful coworker, and great guy. It was a pleasure to know him. To the family, may you find peace in knowing that Brian is safely home.

January 15, 2013

Marcia Minschew Johndrow

So sorry to hear about Brian. We went to school together and I remember him fondly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 15, 2013

Terri Sasser

All of your family is in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss!

January 15, 2013

Terri Summerell Rivera

Prayers for the family of my former classmate. Brian was always such a nice young man. He will be greatly missed.

January 15, 2013

Denise Gaskins Blount

I was a classmate of Brian's at New Bern High School. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. The family is in my prayers.

January 15, 2013

Susan Canning

Remembering all the cousins together . You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Susan and Stephen Canning

January 15, 2013

Jack Halweg

RIP Brian, I will always cherish the times we worked together.

January 15, 2013

Billy Woolard

I was very sorry to hear about Brian, We worked together at Tryon Palace for many years. Brian was fun to be around,and he was a hard worker. He will be missed.

Billy Woolard

January 15, 2013

Wendy Howell-Puglis

I went to school with Brian for many, many years and I remember him fondly. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers and he will never be forgotten by the NBSHS Class of 1989.

January 15, 2013

LYNN SIMPSON

GERRI, FRED, ASHLEY and myself are so sorry to hear about the passing of BRIAN. He was a real sweet guy. Ashley and I would see him working at TRYON PALACE then around town with the city and he would always know who we were and would stop to talk with us. Always had time for us. We're going to miss seeing him around. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. If we can do anything let us know. P.S. Ashley said he was handsome. We love you all, Gerri, JOY and LINDA. Love Lynn, Fred and Ashley.

January 15, 2013

Fenner & Cindy Norris

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, now & in the difficult days to come. So very sorry for your family's loss.

January 15, 2013

Paul Mott

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 15, 2013

Donna Patterson

Prayers to the family and friends of Brian. Special pray to Judith, I know that the support of your family will get you through, but I am here if you just need to talk. Donna

Posted by Donna Patterson

January 15, 2013

John Albert

Brian was a good man and I enjoyed working with him, talking about cars, plants or just talking about life. I shall never forget him and consider my self lucky to have known him... We all shall miss him.
May you find peace. Our prayers are with you all.

January 14, 2013

Jason & Amy Willis

So very sorry to hear about Brian! My husband and I both graduated with him. Know that Brian holds a special place in the hearts of all New Bern High School Class of 1989 classmates…he will be greatly missed. We are praying for your family. God Bless.

January 14, 2013

April Totten

I am sorry to hear about Brian. You family is in my thoughts and prayers. April Stephenson Totten

January 14, 2013

Luvoise Hill

Our prayers are with you

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