John Wesley Bowen, age 53, of Bristol, TN passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born May 27, 1967 in Brevard, FL, but lived all of his life in the Bristol area. He worked as a manager for Richard’s Automotive, and was a member of Keys Street Pentecostal Church.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dr. Dixie Chapman Bowen; his father, Harvey Richard Bowen, Sr.; and infant sister, Rebecca Bowen. Surviving include his mother, Peggy Welch Bowen; brother, Harvey Richard Bowen, Jr. and wife Khristina; sister, Beth Bowen; nephews, Noah Bowen and wife Chelsie, Hunter McGlothlin and wife Brittney, Peyton McGlothlin and wife Brittany, Ethan Jenkins and fiancé Brittni, and Luke Jenkins; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Rev. Thurman and Dixie Chapman; special uncle, Tom Welch; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
The funeral service will be held 6:00 pm, Saturday, November 21, 2020 in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gary Rowlette, Rev. Thurman Chapman, Rev. Mike Adams, and Rev. Noah Bowen officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 5:45 pm Saturday prior to the service at the funeral home. The committal service will be 2:00 pm Sunday in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Hunter McGlothlin, Peyton McGlothlin, Luke Jenkins, Ethan Jenkins, Steve Garland, and Joey Montoya.
The funeral service may be viewed by livestreaming at www.oneroomstreaming.com Event ID: WeaverFH Password: CVYJZV
Peggy, Richie, Beth & family, Our hearts go out to you during this time of loss. Wes was a fine man and we loved him very much. We’re praying that God will be with you comfort you in the days ahead.
Brian and I are so heartbroken for your family. We pray you may all find comfort and peace in the days ahead. We love you all.
So very sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
I am so sorry foe your loss. Your family has been through so much. Praise the Lord all will be reunited with our Loving Savior. Praying for peace that only God can supply.
I can’t imagine the sadness you are feeling. The one true promise we will see our loved ones again. Praying for peace beyond our understanding that only God can give.
Peggy and family, I am so sorry to hear about Wes , we had been praying for him, God chose to take him , but he and sweet Dixie are together forever now, I pray God’s peace and comfort be with you all. Again I am so sorry. 💕🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Dear Wes, we didn’t expect you to leave so soon, but we know why. Following Dixie Lynn was really what you wanted more than anything on this earth. Jesus knew that if he beckoned you to step over into glory, that nothing here would hold you. Gone are fevers, pains, coughing , and gasping for breath. Gone are the struggles of getting up alone and returning to a big empty house full of memories and tears. You and Dixie Lynn are dancing on golden streets, to the most glorious praise music ever heard. You will never face another sad goodbye. Never miss your dad, because he’s right there with welcoming arms. We cannot imagine the wonderful things in store for all of us when we step through the door, and into new life over there.
You are sorely missed. We can’t help but cry; we didn’t get to say “goodby”. So we’re just going to say, “see you soon “, and pray for grace and mercy until then. Still love you, Aunt Carolyn
Beth,
I am so sorry to learn about the loss of your brother. Knowing your strong faith, I will be praying for His comfort and strength will touch you and you will feel His love through this time. I love you and will be praying for you.
Peggy, Beth, Rich, and family, I am heartbroken for you. I am praying that God’s comfort and peace wraps around you today and those ahead. Love to you all.
I am so sorry for your loss of Wes. He was a great guy and I loved making him chocolate chip cookies😉 I taught for Dixie and got to know him then. I pray for peace for your family and I know they are together again.
Peggy, Sorry to hear this, Our prayers are with all of you. If there is anything we can do, just let us know.
so sorry for your loss.
I know how you feel . I hate this for all of you. I know you will miss him for the rest of your days. Grieving is hard. I know. I love you all. Any time you want to talk just give me a call. Jesus Bless you all and take care.
my prayers go out to you all. wes was a great guy and I was privileged to know him and the whole family
if there is anything I can do please call . love you all
Saddened by this loss.
We hope these lyrics from the song, Make Me a Channel of Your Peace will some way comfort you.
Make me a channel of Your peace
Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope
Where there is darkness, only light
And where there’s sadness, ever joy
Oh Master, grant that I may never seek
So much to be consoled as to console
To be understood as to understand
To be loved as to love with all my soul
Make me a channel of Your peace
It is pardoning that we are pardoned
In giving to all men that we receive
And in dying that we’re born to eternal life
Peggy so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you with his loving arms wrapped around you and give you peace. You and your family Are you in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss
No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. Wes was a great person and will be missed
by many. I had the pleasure of going to school with him, he always enjoyed life. I know he missed Dixie
with all his heart and they are together again . May God give you and your family strength and
comfort thru this.
Our Dear Sister Peggy, Richie, Beth & family,
We want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. We’re sending you all our love and prayers during this time. We hope maybe it can dry some tears and bring your heart some warmth. The news of Wes passing was unreal when I heard the news, but I knew he would be so happy to go to Our forever home with the Lord and see his Dixie Lynn again. God Bless you All Always!!! Tammy & Rusty Whitaker
Thoughts, prayers, and love for your family, Beth, today and in the times to come. While our flesh mourns and is deeply saddened, may the Holy Spirit bring an everlasting peace that only comes from the Father knowing Wes is with Him. God bless…
Peggy and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sometimes it’s so hard to understand why our prayers are not answered in the way we think is best, but we trust our Lord to know what is best for all of us. One thing I know is that Wes is finally at Peace because he’s home now. I’m praying for that same Peace to be with all of you in the coming days. We Love You!
Dottie & The Cox family
My heart breaks for both families. Two tragic losses in such a short time. Praying for you all.
Peggy so so sorry between Richard and Wes I don’t know what I would have done. They were the most caring and soft spoken people I have ever met and had the opportunity to deal with . Our prayers are with you and your family during these hard times.
So so sorry he will be truly missed Prayers for you and family
Sister Peggy and Family our prayers go out to you all for the loss of your loved one Wes was well though of
and dearly loved. We will miss him and his sweet smile. Our prays are with you all..
Lelia Malone.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was so nice to me when you worked on my car. I was probably a pest but he was so kind and gentle with me, I forgot how anxious I was! He was an exceptional young man and I will miss him terribly. God bless you all and give you peace.
Peggy, I was so saddened by the news of my friend Wes passing. I got to see him and hug him in September so glad for that. I’ve been praying for you and I watch the service online, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, love Sylvia