Wayne David Bowman
August 29, 1950 - May 18, 2025
A loyal and committed family man passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the age of 74. Married to his love, Carolyn, for 54 years. Caring father to Terry and Sandra and supportive grandfather to Owen, Austin and Keira Bilinsky. Son of Charles and Eileen (deceased); loving brother to Jack and Lynn (both deceased); and sister Donna Hayes (Keith).
Wayne was a talented all around athlete. He pitched his teams to baseball championships; was captain on his hockey teams and won numerous track and field awards and participated in the CANUSA Games in Hamilton. The friendships and experiences he had while playing sports were cherished memories.
Wayne was a dedicated and hard working individual and retired after 34 years of service as an Autobody Technician at Winegard Motors, Caledonia.
In memory of Wayne an outdoor gathering will be held at Wayne and Carolyn’s from 2-4 on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Tara
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May 20th, 2025
Our deepest condolences to the Bowman Family
Tara & Kelly @ hear right canada
Posted by
Wayne Awde
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May 20th, 2025
My condolences to Carolyn and family R.I.P
Posted by
Marlene oreilly
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May 20th, 2025
A special bother in law. So many happy times our families have shared in the past. You are missed and loved. RIP
Posted by
Sharon Bowman
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May 20th, 2025
We will miss you forever
Posted by
Karen Pagliaroli
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May 20th, 2025
Dear Carolyn, Terry, Sandra, Owen, Austin and Keira - my heart is broken to hear that Wayne, your father and grandfather has passed and for the pain that you are feeling. He was a man of morals and values and love beyond words for all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
Karen ❤️????❤️
PS: Please know that he is carrying on a deep and knowledgeable and animated conversation about the New York Yankees with his friend, Lou. ❤️????❤️
Posted by
Bob Esselment
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May 20th, 2025
Our Hagersville minor baseball teams won OBA championships in the 60's behind the unmatched pitching prowess that was Wayne Bowman. The memories are forever. Condolences to Carolyn and family
Posted by
Brad and Beth Edwards
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May 20th, 2025
Great uncle and friend whose smile lit up any room he was in . Baseball loses a true fan . We love anf will miss you . Sending love to Aunt Carolyn Terry Sandra and family
Posted by
Steve Petracca
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May 20th, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about Wayne. I played fastball with him. Really nice guy.
Posted by
Bob & Caroline Winegarden
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May 20th, 2025
Carolyn & family- our sincere condolences to you - take comfort in your many wonderful memories!
Posted by
Devin and Sarah Chandler
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May 20th, 2025
Our hearts are with you and wish we could be there in person. Uncle Wayne will be truly missed.
Posted by
Tom Fitzsimmons
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May 20th, 2025
Dearest Carolyn
Our thoughts are with you at this time. What a great man Wayne was. A caring person and the best neighbour we’ve ever had!
We wish we could be there in person, but know that we are there with you in our thoughts. Take care.
Posted by
Frank and Dale
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May 20th, 2025
Dear Carolyn. We go back along way to those baseball days
Frank and Wayne always loved to talk baseball. Always amazes me how much they remember about those good old days. Our deepest condolences to you, Terry and Sandra and the whole family. We shall cherish the memories as our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Posted by
Terry McGurk
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May 21st, 2025
Dear Carolyn, my sincere sympathy to you and your family. May he Rest in Peace. Terry
Posted by
Bob & Jane Moerschfelder
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May 21st, 2025
Carolyn, Sandra & Terry our deepest condolences! Going to really miss our Blue Jay - Yankee chats!
Posted by
Reg and Betty Schweyer
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May 21st, 2025
Dear Carolyn, Sandra and Terry, Our sincere sympathy to you all at this sad time. We have many great memories of our times together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Reg and Betty
Posted by
Sandra Maggio
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May 21st, 2025
My sincere condolences to Carolyn and the Bowman Family. May Wayne Rest In Peace. /Sandra
Posted by
Jim and Dianne Strohm
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May 21st, 2025
Dear Carolyn, Terry, Sandra and families. Jim and I are sending our deepest sympathy and condolences as you navigate thru this most difficult time. RIP Wayne.
Posted by
Jim and Joan Laidlaw
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May 21st, 2025
Dear Carolyn and family. Jim and I are so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We had lots of good times together. Our condolences to you. Jim and Joan Laidlaw
Posted by
Rick & Jan Phibbs
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May 21st, 2025
Carolyn,Terry,Sandra & family. Sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing.
Became friends with Wayne & Carolyn when renting beside them.
Later with me working with Wayne & Jan working with Carolyn.
Also some good cottage times. Miss the good old times.
Rick & Jan
Posted by
Brian Wagter
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May 21st, 2025
My condolences to you and your family, Carolyn. Sorry to hear this news.
Posted by
Wrae & Doneen Bacher
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May 22nd, 2025
Carolyn, Terry, Sandra, Owen, Austin and Keira - we are so sorry that Wayne has left his earthly home. We will remember him with great friendship and laughter cause we had so many great times over the years! Our hearts go out to all of you. Wayne will always be with us in spirit......
Posted by
David Scott
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May 22nd, 2025
Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dave
Posted by
Peter & Patti Van Dalen
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May 22nd, 2025
Our deepest sympathy, Carolyn and family. You are in our prayers and thoughts at this sad time.R.I.P. Wayne, Patti & Peter Van Dalen
Posted by
Donna
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May 22nd, 2025
Sending my thoughts and prayers from
The beer store. He was always happy to have a chat after he found out I was Keith and Jane’s niece. He’ll be missed.
Posted by
Susan
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May 22nd, 2025
Carolyn and family, I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. I remember you always speaking so fondly of Wayne when we worked together at the Region. XO Sue
Posted by
Craig Mckeen
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May 22nd, 2025
Lots of great memories with Wayne playing fastball for Dawson City. Will miss our great chats memorizing years after. My condolences Caroline,Sandra and Terry.
Posted by
Brian & Marilyn Vecero
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May 22nd, 2025
Our hearts go out to Carolyn, Sandra, Terry and all the family at this difficult time.
Wayne was a great husband, father & friend. Our condolences.
Posted by
David Speller
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May 23rd, 2025
My condolences to the Boman family. I first got to know Wayne when he worked for my Dad Frank as a night shipper for Canada Bread on Mud St. in Hagersville. Wayne broke his hand during a sporting event, and my Dad hired me to help Wayne in the summer of 1969. I was impressed with his humor and honesty, and we soon became friends. A couple of times a week, we would have our work done early, then we would jump into his black '57 Belaire and drive to the all-night dinner in Canfield, where he would buy me breakfast. Two times a week we had to load the five-ton truck to make a seven AM delivery at the Dominion grocery store in Simcoe. Wayne taught me how to drive that big truck. Years later, I had Wayne do body work and paint a couple of my Mom's vehicles at his Dawson City shop. He did excellent work. I have nothing but good memories about the times we worked together and knew each other. Rest in Peace, my friend. I hope someday we meet again.
David Speller May 23, 2025
Posted by
Shawn Tilbury
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May 23rd, 2025
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Wayne was a very special person, and I always enjoyed our interactions. He would give the shirt of his back and I appreciated that. He will be missed.
The Tilbury Family.
Posted by
Rob Flint
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May 23rd, 2025
Carolyn, Terry and Sandra. So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing.I have many fond memories with Wayne from baseball, fishing trips, and just being around the garage where he was always willing to help a young kid out. My sincere condolences to you all. RIP Wayne.
Posted by
SHELLEY ANN BENTLEY
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May 24th, 2025
My sincere condolences to Carolyn and family. Sending you strength and support at this difficult time.
Posted by
Wayne and Nancy
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May 26th, 2025
Carolyn and family
We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please know that we are thinking of you guys as you work your way through this tough time. Hugs????
Posted by
Dentistry on Main
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May 27th, 2025
We are deeply saddened to hear of your great loss. We are all thinking of you during this trying time.
