David A. Bowen, 53, died September 29th, 2008 from complications following a stroke while working for the Des Moines Police Department on Saturday, September 27th. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 am Friday, October 3rd at Christ the King Catholic Church with burial following at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Public visitation will be from 12-8 pm Thursday at Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home with family present from 4-8 pm.
Dave was born June 6th, 1955 in Des Moines to Chris and Charlotte Bowen. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973 and served in the United States Army, honorably discharging in 1976.
Dave joined the Des Moines Police Department on June 6th, 1977 where he was assigned as an officer to the Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1993 and was assigned to the Communication Section, Narcotics Unit, Uniform Patrol and the Traffic Unit. In 2005 Dave was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, serving in the Office of Professional Standard, Metro Star, and the Traffic Unit. Throughout his 31 year career, Dave was recognized with numerous commendations.
Dave continued his education, graduating with honors in 2000 from Upper Iowa University where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement. In 2003, he earned his Masters Degree in Public Administration with honors from Drake University. In December, 2007 he completed the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University.
Dave is survived by his loving wife, Sandi (Zavalla) who share three loving children, Darla (Reggie) Blackwell of Topeka KS, Melanie Cox of Grimes and Jay (Jonnalyn) DuBois of Urbandale; they are blessed with six grandchildren, Paisley, Devin, Jordan, Nate, Jaden & Ethan; his brothers, Gary (Karon), Chris and Steve (Yvonne) Bowen all of Des Moines; his sister, Karen (David) Perry of Jefferson; sixteen nieces and nephews; numerous aunts and uncles and his maltese, Lexus.
Dave was preceded in death by parents Chris and Charlotte, and his sister Elaine.
Dave's ashes were split and buried at both Sunset Memorial Gardens and the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be careful for our many beautiful years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must;
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part;
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on;
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Tho' you can't see or touch me, I'll be near;
If you listen with your heart, you'll hear,
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile, and say,
"Welcome Home."
Dave was born June 6th, 1955 in Des Moines to Chris and Charlotte Bowen. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973 and served in the United States Army, honorably discharging in 1976.
Dave joined the Des Moines Police Department on June 6th, 1977 where he was assigned as an officer to the Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1993 and was assigned to the Communication Section, Narcotics Unit, Uniform Patrol and the Traffic Unit. In 2005 Dave was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, serving in the Office of Professional Standard, Metro Star, and the Traffic Unit. Throughout his 31 year career, Dave was recognized with numerous commendations.
Dave continued his education, graduating with honors in 2000 from Upper Iowa University where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement. In 2003, he earned his Masters Degree in Public Administration with honors from Drake University. In December, 2007 he completed the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University.
Dave is survived by his loving wife, Sandi (Zavalla) who share three loving children, Darla (Reggie) Blackwell of Topeka KS, Melanie Cox of Grimes and Jay (Jonnalyn) DuBois of Urbandale; they are blessed with six grandchildren, Paisley, Devin, Jordan, Nate, Jaden & Ethan; his brothers, Gary (Karon), Chris and Steve (Yvonne) Bowen all of Des Moines; his sister, Karen (David) Perry of Jefferson; sixteen nieces and nephews; numerous aunts and uncles and his maltese, Lexus.
Dave was preceded in death by parents Chris and Charlotte, and his sister Elaine.
Dave's ashes were split and buried at both Sunset Memorial Gardens and the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be careful for our many beautiful years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must;
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part;
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on;
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Tho' you can't see or touch me, I'll be near;
If you listen with your heart, you'll hear,
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile, and say,
"Welcome Home."
David A. Bowen, 53, died September 29th, 2008 from complications following a stroke while working for the Des Moines Police Department on Saturday, September 27th. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 am Friday, October 3rd at Christ the King Catholic Church with burial following at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Public visitation will be from 12-8 pm Thursday at Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home with family present from 4-8 pm.
Dave was born June 6th, 1955 in Des Moines to Chris and Charlotte Bowen. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973 and served in the United States Army, honorably discharging in 1976.
Dave joined the Des Moines Police Department on June 6th, 1977 where he was assigned as an officer to the Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1993 and was assigned to the Communication Section, Narcotics Unit, Uniform Patrol and the Traffic Unit. In 2005 Dave was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, serving in the Office of Professional Standard, Metro Star, and the Traffic Unit. Throughout his 31 year career, Dave was recognized with numerous commendations.
Dave continued his education, graduating with honors in 2000 from Upper Iowa University where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement. In 2003, he earned his Masters Degree in Public Administration with honors from Drake University. In December, 2007 he completed the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University.
Dave is survived by his loving wife, Sandi (Zavalla) who share three loving children, Darla (Reggie) Blackwell of Topeka KS, Melanie Cox of Grimes and Jay (Jonnalyn) DuBois of Urbandale; they are blessed with six grandchildren, Paisley, Devin, Jordan, Nate, Jaden & Ethan; his brothers, Gary (Karon), Chris and Steve (Yvonne) Bowen all of Des Moines; his sister, Karen (David) Perry of Jefferson; sixteen nieces and nephews; numerous aunts and uncles and his maltese, Lexus.
Dave was preceded in death by parents Chris and Charlotte, and his sister Elaine.
Dave's ashes were split and buried at both Sunset Memorial Gardens and the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be careful for our many beautiful years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must;
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part;
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on;
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Tho' you can't see or touch me, I'll be near;
If you listen with your heart, you'll hear,
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile, and say,
"Welcome Home."
Dave was born June 6th, 1955 in Des Moines to Chris and Charlotte Bowen. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973 and served in the United States Army, honorably discharging in 1976.
Dave joined the Des Moines Police Department on June 6th, 1977 where he was assigned as an officer to the Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1993 and was assigned to the Communication Section, Narcotics Unit, Uniform Patrol and the Traffic Unit. In 2005 Dave was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, serving in the Office of Professional Standard, Metro Star, and the Traffic Unit. Throughout his 31 year career, Dave was recognized with numerous commendations.
Dave continued his education, graduating with honors in 2000 from Upper Iowa University where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement. In 2003, he earned his Masters Degree in Public Administration with honors from Drake University. In December, 2007 he completed the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University.
Dave is survived by his loving wife, Sandi (Zavalla) who share three loving children, Darla (Reggie) Blackwell of Topeka KS, Melanie Cox of Grimes and Jay (Jonnalyn) DuBois of Urbandale; they are blessed with six grandchildren, Paisley, Devin, Jordan, Nate, Jaden & Ethan; his brothers, Gary (Karon), Chris and Steve (Yvonne) Bowen all of Des Moines; his sister, Karen (David) Perry of Jefferson; sixteen nieces and nephews; numerous aunts and uncles and his maltese, Lexus.
Dave was preceded in death by parents Chris and Charlotte, and his sister Elaine.
Dave's ashes were split and buried at both Sunset Memorial Gardens and the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be careful for our many beautiful years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must;
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part;
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on;
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Tho' you can't see or touch me, I'll be near;
If you listen with your heart, you'll hear,
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile, and say,
"Welcome Home."
