Rebecca Jean Bowen, 70, passed away on January 30, 2026. She was born October 6, 1955 in Kokomo. She was the daughter of Charles Gann and Mary Eloise Anderson. A kind-hearted and selfless spirit, Becky touched the lives of many, always prioritizing others' needs before her own.
Becky's life was filled with simple pleasures such as watching movies, tending to her flowers, and the company of her beloved cats, Molly and BooBoo. In her younger years she rode her bike or walked everywhere she could. She dedicated herself to her family, especially her children, nieces, and nephews.
Becky was a beacon of friendship. She leaves behind her close friends Juanita, Sherry, and Tom from her apartment complex. Becky's compassionate nature left a lasting legacy, embodied by her big heart and the cherished memories held by those who knew her.
Becky is lovingly remembered by her daughters, Stephanie McDonald AKA Misty Lei and Gretchen Darr AKA Bobbi Jo, and her cherished grandchildren Cayla, Joe, and Jericca. She is also survived by her siblings Kyle Bowen, Vergie Ruenell Bowen and Leslie (Walter) Ridge, all of Kokomo; as well as several nieces and nephews. Becky is preceded in death by her father, Charles E. Gann; her mother, Mary Eloise Anderson; her daddy, Dicky Anderson; her brother, Charles Gann Jr.; her sister-in-law, Lisa Bowen; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Becky's life with a visitation on February 6, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 pm. Both will be held at the Ellers Mortuary, 3400 S. Webster Street, Kokomo, IN 46902. Pastor Kennith Cockrell will be officiating.
