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Thomas M. "Tarz" Bowen Sr., 93, (U.S. Army Veteran), (Retired CPD), Dog dad, avid lottery player "4422", and lifelong Canaryville resident passed away peacefully Friday, July 28th, 2023, to join the love of his life Joan Marie Bowen (nee Siebert).
Loving Father of the late Thomas Jr., John "Jack" (Judy), Robert, Anna and James Sr., cherished Grandpa of Bobbi (Kevin Gilmartin), Danielle, Robin (Tyler Rogulich), John Jr. (Stephanie), Jessica (Terry Cooper) James Jr. and Patrick; and Great-Grandpa of Colin (USAF), Jason, Katie, Quinn, Rylie, Laynie, Averie, Grace, Livv, Charlee, and Blake.
He was preceded in death by his parents John Gilbert Bowen and Emily M. Bowen (nee Kretsch); and siblings the late Charles Sr. (late Jean), late John Sr. (late Camille) and the late Edward (late Mary Ann).
Funeral services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to McInerney Central Chapel, 4635 S. Wallace St. Chicago, IL 60609. Memorial Contributions in Thomas's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Anti Cruelty, or the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated.
Please visit THOMAS BOWEN book of memories. To express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, visit http://WWW.CHAPELC.COM or FACEBOOK.COM/FUNERALMC. For information 773 268-0703 or 773 581-9000.
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MaryEllen Enright
August 1, 2023
Very sorry Annie and Family! Heartbroken for you!! God Bless
And Love you all. Love your Cousin
MaryEllen Enright Negrete and daughter Kayla
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
July 31, 2023
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Tarz will be remembered at the next Police Mass.
In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
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