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Walt Bowman Obituary

Walter Francis Bowman (Walt), 72, Savannah, Missouri; passed away peacefully Friday, June 19, 2025, at his home with the love of his family's presence. Walt was born in Amazonia, MO, on December 29, 1952, to the late Ernest and Catherine (Steeby) Bowman. Walt and Cathy Barnes were united in marriage on July 16, 1971 at the Savannah Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, Walt was preceded in death by his wife Cathy, father-in-law and mother-in-law Russell and Mary Barnes, a grandson Jay Bowman, Sr., and a bonus granddaughter Stephanie Bradberry. Walt was a graduate of the Savannah R-III High School. Class of 1972. He is survived by his kids Amy (Carl) Bowman, Becky (Bill) Kelly, and CJ (Jessica) Bowman. Grandchildren MaCray, Kaysha (Tyler) Hemphill, Kirsten (Colton) Hufford, Josh (Klaudia) Hufford, Jaden (Chance) Bowman, Jillian, Tyler (Dallas) Kelly, Blake (Jace) Kelly, and Joshua Kelly. Great-Grandkids and numerous nieces, nephews. A brother Ernie Bowman and sister Margaret Lee Black. Walt was a very hard worker with Seitz, Coop, and retired from Wilbert Vault as a Regional Mechanic. His legacy also includes serving 20 years on the Savannah Fire Department and the FURS UNLIMITED business he owned on the square in Savannah. Visitation: The Family will receive friends 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Thursday evening, June 26, 2025 at the Heaton~Bowman~Smith Savannah Chapel. Funeral Service: 10:00 AM, Friday, June 27, 2025 also at the Heaton~Bowman~Smith Savannah Chapel with Rex Strayer Officiating. Interment will follow at the Savannah Cemetery. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Savannah Fire Volunteer's in Walt's Memory. Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel

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Published by KQ2 on Jun. 21, 2025.

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Richard Bolton

July 2, 2025

So sorry to hear about Walt. Work with him wasn't a better person, good man. Wish stay in better contact. Been 4-5 years he stop by house and visited with Joyce and I. Rest now, good memories.

Randall and Rosana Davidson

June 27, 2025

So sorry to hear Walts passing. And we're out of town and couldn't make either. Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers for the family during this sorrowful time. He was the kind of neighbor (for us, just around the corner), that would drop everything to help and his knowledge of anything mechanical was absolutely astonishing. Remember one deer season our camper was broke down and him and Steve Oliver, took his 2 axle pop-up camper from Savannah to our farm in Grant City for us to use. They had it set up, right where I told them we'd put it. They done it all. Wouldn't take a dime for them hauling it up there or nothing. He said, it was an enjoyable trip to see country that he'd never seen before and being so close. He was a Wonderful friend and I know for me, the neighbors around us that we've lost, will be the greatest reunion ever. Walt is now reunited with his bride, Kathy, together again. Til we meet again my friend.
Randall and Rosana Davidson.

Craig Campbell

June 24, 2025

Walt was a mans man. From our high school days to lugging beef at Seitz with him he was truly a good man.
Sorry for your loss

Catherine Steeby-Smith

June 24, 2025

Walt was an easy-going special person. We are cousins and early in our childhood we spent many different holidays together with our families.
Walt will be greatly missed by so many who knew him. Please accept my sincere condolences to Walt’s family and his loved ones. God received another angel to watch over us until we meet again.

Patty Morlock

June 24, 2025

Fly high with the angel's.

Lance Ray

June 21, 2025

I always enjoyed Walt’s visits to my Wilbert Plants. A true gentleman. I always knew the real work was about to happen when Walt flipped his hat around backwards- that was the sign you better get ready to watch a real man work.

Judy Warren

June 21, 2025

Walt was a dear friend and the Ultimate Gentleman. Sending hugs and prayers for peace to all of his family and friends- - especially Marge❤❤❤

Mike Long

June 21, 2025

So sorry! I worked with Walt for 25 years! Can't say enough about this man, he was a legend at Wilbert.

Bertha Belding

June 20, 2025

So sorry to hear about Walt. My heart goes out to all of you. Hugs,love, and prayers.

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307 South 6th Street, Savannah, MO 64485

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307 South 6th Street, Savannah, MO 64485

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