DELCAMBRE - Kerry "Bowtie" Bowen, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. Born in Delcambre, Louisiana, Bowtie's zest for life, unparalleled sense of humor, and generous spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Enlisting in the Navy at 18, Bowtie served his country with distinction in the Vietnam War as a mechanic. His time in the Navy was followed by an academic pursuit at LSU, where he graduated with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering. Despite the opportunity to work at NASA, Bowtie chose a different path, one that led him to his true passion: construction. Working alongside his then father-in-law, he honed his craft, eventually building beautiful homes for family and friends, long into his retirement in 2013.
Bowtie was the life of any gathering, known for his exceptional dance moves, love for music, and an ever-ready joke that could lighten the heaviest of hearts. He lived by the philosophy that strangers were simply friends he hadn't met, often extending his help without hesitation.
His journey through life was filled with adventures, from serving his country to building a legacy through his work and the deep connections he made. Despite his travels and achievements, it was the simple joys—dancing, laughter, and family—that truly defined him.
Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary Bowen, his brother Thomas Bowen III and his nephew Matthew Bowen. Bowtie's memory will be cherished and kept alive by his brother Ricky Bowen (Lisa), his children: Christine Sprinkle (Rich), Krista Hoffpauir (Adam), Roddy Bowen, Brock Bowen, and Brooke Hebert (Tyler); his beloved grandchildren: Kayde Broussard, Camryn Broussard, Conner Bowen, Justin Lawrence, Ryan Lawrence, Libby Bethea, Braigh Pratt, Cathryn Broussard, Brynn Hebert, Sophie Hebert, Alix Hebert, Lola Bowen, and Isabella Vincent; and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
A funeral service celebrating Bowtie’s life will be held on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre. A visitation will held at the funeral home from 10:00 am until the service time. A rosary will be prayed at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery where Bowtie will receive military honors by the Acadian Veterans Honor Guard.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Kayde Broussard, Camryn Broussard, Connor Bowen, Kris Bowen, Matt Bowen, Rory Landry.
Honorary pallbearers are Roddy Bowen, Brock Bowen, Tyler Hebert, Jed Migues, Benny Migues, Ricky Bowen, Adam Hoffpauir, Eric Bowen and Brent Bowen.
Bowtie's legacy is not just in the structures he built or the wars he fought, but in the laughter he shared, the dances he danced, and the lives he touched. He will be dearly missed, but the memories he created will forever bring smiles to those who were fortunate enough to know him.
To view on-line obituary, video tribute and sign the guest register, please visit www.evangelinefuneralhome.com.
Evangeline Funeral Homes, Inc. of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.
