Joseph Edward Bowman Sr., was born to the late Thomas N. and the late Nellie A. Bowman. Joseph more affectionately known as Joeboy, J.E., Joe, Joseph Edward and Diddy, was also preceded in death by sister Helen G. Smith; a daughter, Lavonne C. Smith; son, Gregory A. Bowman and grandson, Christian M. Bowman.

Joe accepted Jesus Christ, at a very early age, at Smith Chapel United Methodist Church in Pisgah, (Indian Head) Maryland. He enjoyed attending worship services at Smith Chapel and Oak Grove Baptist Church. He was educated in the Charles County School System until the eleventh grade, when he left to join the U.S. Navy in 1955. After serving in the military for 3 years, he was discharged June 18, 1958 and returned for his bride to be, Rosetta Jean Dorsey. On October 24, 1958, they were united in marriage. Their union, of 45 years, was blessed with 10 children. After leaving the federal government, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, cooking , watching baseball and football, and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed spending time with his close friends, Alfred (Garnell) Stringer, Mr. Richardson, Alfred Proctor (Daffy), Henry Proctor, Rob, Corbert Bowman.

Joeboy leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife, Rosetta, Joseph E. Bowman Jr. (Cherie); Carmen R. Bowman; Almalita D. Robertson (Luther); Zachary T. Bowman (Sandra); Andrea M. Butler (Kenneth); Jonathan C. Bowman (Fiancé’ Pam); Roxanne Theresa (Richard); Marc A. Bowman (Diane). He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Butler (Odell) and Annie Jean Stuckey, brothers; Leroy (Annette) Bowman; Arthur and William Bowman; a son-in-law Earl Smith. He had 22 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and a goddaughter, Janice Bowman , a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Viewing and funeral service held at Smith Chapel United Methodist Church in Pisgah, Maryland.