Charles Jacob Bowne, Jr.

husband of Barbara Ann Bowne, and they were residents of Annapolis for the past 20 years.

Born in Washington, DC in 1935, Charles was the son of Charles and Katherine Bowne. He

graduated from St. Albans School in Washington, DC in 1953, and attended the University of

Virginia for one year prior to graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1958 with a

BS in Science and Engineering. He earned an MBA in Finance from Northwestern University in

Chicago in 1968.

Following commissioning as a Supply Corps Officer in 1958, Charles remained on active duty in

the United States Navy for 10 years, earning the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Tours

included service aboard the USS Hyman (DD-732) homeported in Newport, RI; COMINLANT,

Charleston, SC; Supply Department, Naval Station, San Juan, Puerto Rico; Naval Electronics

Supply Office, Great Lakes, IL; Material Officer, Naval Supply Depot, Navy Support Activity,

DaNang, South Vietnam. Following resignation from active duty in 1969, Charles proudly

served in the Supply Corps Ready Reserve from 1969-1988, including four unit commands, and

retired with the rank of Captain. He received the Defense Meritorious Service Medal with Oak

Leaf Cluster (signifying second award) as Commanding Officer of Naval Reserve units

supporting Defense Fuel Supply Center, Cameron Station, VA, and Defense Contract

Administration Service Region New York, NYC. He also served on the LT/LCDR Selection

Board, was a member of the 20th/21st Congressional District Service Academy Review Boards

for 15 years, and was a USNA Blue and Gold Officer for 27 years.

In 1970, while in the U.S. Naval Ready Reserve, Charles began a fulfilling 30-year career with

Texaco, Inc. at their headquarters, first in the Chrysler Building in New York City, and later with

the company’s move to Harrison, NY. He worked in many finance positions and his interest in

data processing led to specialization in information technology. Charles retired from Texaco

as Senior Systems Coordinator in 2000.

Upon retirement, Charles and Barbara made their home in Annapolis, MD, where Charles

enjoyed working as a USNA tour guide, volunteering at the Naval Academy museum,

volunteering at the alumni association, and was a member of the Naval Academy Chapel

Chorale. Charles was a proud member of the USNA class of 1958 and remained active in the

alumni association until his death.

Charles will be remembered for his love of family, music, reading, military history, and the

USNA.

Charles is survived by his wife of 23 years, Barbara A. Bowne, of Annapolis, MD; three

children, Wilbur ”Bo” (Helen) of Philadelphia, PA, Charles “Chris” (Sheila) of Pocono Lake, PA,

and Elizabeth (John) of Belle Mead, NJ, and two step-daughters. He was the loving

grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. He is also survived by his former wife,

Bette J. Bowne. He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Thomas H. Bowne, and a

sister, Henrietta E. Dame.

Funeral services and interment will be held at the United States Naval Academy, at a date to be

determined.

Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the charity of your choice.