BUCKSPORT – Carroll E. Bowden, 73, went to be with his Lord Sept. 8, 2009, at a Brewer health care facility. He was born Nov. 16, 1935, in Orrington, the son of Fred J. and Winona “Joyce” (Grindel) Bowden. Carroll served his country with two terms of duty in the U.S. Army. He worked as a mechanic and house painter in his early years, and ran his own autobody shop before his retirement. Carroll loved people, especially children. He had a great sense of humor, was an avid storyteller and enjoyed helping those in need. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Norma L. (Burleigh) Bowden of Bucksport; one daughter by a former marriage, Elizabeth, whom he loved and thought of very often; beloved children, Brett A. Bowden of Bucksport, Scott W. Bowden of Orland, Todd C. Bowden and his wife, Tracey, of Bucksport, Eric P. Bowden of Orland and Terri L. Dana and her husband, Matthew, of Princeton; his precious grandchildren, Renee, Casandra, Nicholas and his wife, Nicole, Joseph, Kalee and Brianna Dana, Skyler Bowden and Benjamin Bowden; three great-grandchildren, several step-grandchildren and great-stepgrandchildren; two sisters, Marilyn Blood of Orland and Clara Rolerson of Union; several nieces, nephews and cousins; one aunt, Claire Grindel of Amherst; and a special sister-in-law, Norma V. Bowden of Searsport and Florida. He was predeceased by his parents; one sister, Ernestine “Tina” Ames; and two brothers, James Bowden and Fred “Bud” Bowden. It was Carroll’s wish that family and friends attend a celebration of his life 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at his residence, 214 Town Farm Road, Bucksport. The family will be providing a basket to collect any written memories people would like to share. Carroll attended Bucksport Church of God, and those who wish may give a donation to his church or to their favorite charity in his memory. Arrangements by Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Bucksport.
CARROLL E. BOWDEN
