Talley E. Bowles, 89, of Henrico joined the love of her life, Charles A. Bowles, Sr. in heaven on October 24, 2020. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She is survived by her children, Charles “Al” Bowles, Jr. (Laurie), Susan Dawson, Mark Bowles (Dee); grandchildren, Andrew Bowles, Whitney Bowles, Caitlin Dawson, Christina Dawson, Jay Dawson, Charles Bowles, and Dawson Davis; and many special nieces, nephews, cousins, and beloved church friends. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Charles A. Bowles, Sr.; her parents, Henry D. and Annie N. Eddleton; sisters, Anne Perkins and Dorothy Waldrop; and brothers, Preston and Beauford Eddleton.
Talley was the valedictorian of Montpelier High School’s 1948 graduating class and voted “queen of popularity”. She was a graduate of Smithdeal- Massey Business College. She enjoyed a brief career in banking before starting a family and realizing her true calling as a devoted mother and homemaker. She enjoyed the many friendships she made as an Avon representative for over 25 years. A long-time member of Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, she was involved in the Mary Martha Sunday School class and the Love and Fellowship group.
A Celebration of Life service is being planned for a future date at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church.