Submitted by: Dan Rich

Ingeborg M. Bowman

Feb. 20, 1932 - Sept. 23, 2008

South Bend TRibune 9/27/2008
SOUTH BEND - Ingeborg M. Bowman, 76, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday September 23, 2008, in Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend, after a courageous battle with cancer and emphysema. She was born on February 20, 1932, in Dresden, Germany, to the late Georg and Mathilde (Fehr) Hohn. On September 3, 1955, she married Walter E. Bowman, who preceded her in death on September 27, 1971. Along with her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Klaus. Ingeborg is survived by her daughter, Elena Bowman of South Bend; her son, Bruce (Leslie) Bowman of Vermont; a stepson, Tony Bowman of Germany; and by two grandsons, Gregory Bowman of California and Douglas Bowman of Vermont. She moved to South Bend in 2001 to live with her daughter, who cared for her throughout her illness. She was a parishioner of St. Matthew Cathedral, South Bend. Ingeborg was a wonderful cook and loved to nurture her family. She lived a blessed life, loved raising her family and making sure they had everything they needed. She always tried to anticipate the needs of others to help them. She was very proud of her work as a home health aid in Vermont. She also leaves behind many dear friends all over the world whom she loved keeping in touch with, and especially her dear friend, Carolyn Robinson, a devoted and loving caregiver. She also leaves behind her cat, Coco, who she loved to spoil with treats.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday September 29, 2008, in The St. Matthew Cathedral, where friends may visit for one hour prior to the Mass. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, South Bend or to the charity of the donor's choice. Kaniewski Funeral Home is handling arrangements.