Shelby Robert Bowles, born November 5, 1928, 91 years old of Woodway, Texas, passed away peacefully with family surrounding him on Monday, October 26, 2020, after a short battle with cancer.
Shelby was preceded in death by his parents, T.E. and Sallie Aileen Bowles, young son Shelby Bowles, Jr., grandson Matthew Bowles, and daughter-in-law Denise Payne Bowles. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Wilma Lea Christian Bowles, two sons Gary Bowles and Mark Bowles and wife Elizabeth, daughter Gayle Bowles Wooten and husband Randy, sister Doris Bowles Baker and husband Richard Baker, six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Shelby was a member of Lakeshore Church of Christ. He enjoyed over 29 years with Southwestern Bell retiring in 1978 as Marketing Director in Lake Jackson,
Texas before becoming a small business owner. He raised cattle from an early age and continued to enjoy ranching, property investments, and spending time with grandkids and family after retirement.
Graveside services with family and friends will be officiated by Ernie Christie, Minister with Lakeshore Church of Christ, at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 30, 2020 at the Austin Memorial Park in Austin, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Cherokee Children’s Home or In Search of Lord’s Way in Shelby’s memory is appreciated.
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We were saddened to hear of Shelby’s passing. I know the angels are rejoicing. Love and prayers to all the family.
Dear Wilma and Family,
Our Bluebonnet Hospice Family is grieving with you. We know Mr. Bowles will be missed so much in the days ahead. May God’s comfort and peace carry you through as you take care of each other.
With sincere condolences,
The Owners and Staff of Bluebonnet Health Services (Hospice)
Thank you Stacy! We are so thankful for and appreciative of the Bluebonnet team who were with us in the last months. Your patience and care of both Dad and Mom was a Godsend and there are no words to fully express how much you helped us through this time. God Bless you all.
The Bowles Family
Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Shelby’s smile always lifted our spirits. Our prayers for all the family that sweet memories will bring you comfort.
Love, Wanda & Allen Miller