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MICHAEL BOWLING Obituary

BOWLING, MICHAEL D. (BO) - age 51, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2014, after a tragic auto accident. He was an avid UT fan and was loved by all that met and knew him. He was owner and operator of Open Air Market on Broadway for over 10 years and was employed by Cole Vision/Luxottica for over 20 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Ruth Bowling; nephew, Tripper Caldwell. Survivors: sisters, Kaye (Lofton) Long, Cathy (Ernie) Smith, Vickie (Jim) Pendergrass; brother, Jimmy Bowling; nieces and nephews, Shauna (Josh) and their children Bryana and Braylon Hunt, Keri Smith, Bryan Long, Philip ( Kristin) and their children Lexi and Isaiah Pendergrass, Laura and Joe Pendergrass, Tommy Ahlers; and his best four legged friend, BEBE. Family and friends will meet at Greenwood Cemetery 12:45 p.m., Monday, for graveside services at 1:00 p.m. with a eulogy given in love by close friend John McDougle. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends 2:00 to 4:00 p.m,. Sunday, at Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel. Online condolences made at www.rosemortuary.com.

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Published by The Aiken Standard from Apr. 12 to Apr. 13, 2014.

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Pam Scott

April 16, 2014

So sorry to hear this, My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Dawn White

April 14, 2014

I am so sorry for the lose of Bo. I worked with Bo at Luxottica. He always had a smile on his face. He was loved by all. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Brittany McSwain

April 14, 2014

This is a true loss. He was a wonderful person to be around with spirits always so high... my prayers are with the whole family, im sorry I couldnt pay my respects but I am thinking of you all !

Michael Boling

April 14, 2014

Will never forget our first meeting with Bo...he was like dude you gotta hire me we have the same name practically..my prayers are with the the family RIP BO

The Savages

April 14, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Patricia Savage-Chapman

April 14, 2014

Taken way too soon ..
High School friend
Open Market
Neighborhood
May God Bless all
Mike good friend will be seeing you.
Rest in peace

Darlene Litts

April 14, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss of one great man,my buddy Bo-Bo.May he rest in peace,and family also,as hard as it is. Everyone loved Bo, he is greatly missed.Bless you Bo.

Claudette Young-Stuffle

April 13, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Your family is in my prayers. My mom did Ruth's hair and my sister and I went to school with all of you.

Nick and Angie Holsonback

April 13, 2014

Mike was a great friend and had a wonderful spirit. He will be deeply missed. Thoughts and prayers for his family.

Nick and Angie Holsonback

April 13, 2014

Mike was such a great friend and had a wonderful spirit! He will be deeply missed.

Vicki (Young) Beckner

April 13, 2014

I grew up with Mike since we were 6. We went to school together and played together after school. We also worked together. I will miss my friend. You will always be in my heart. My prayers are with the family.

Shirley Scott

April 13, 2014

My heart broke when I learned of Bo's passing. My sympathy and prayers are with the family that he leaves behind. Bo was one of those people that made a difference in people's lives. His cheerful hello and big smile made the day a better one. Former co-worker with Luxottica.

Melissa Lyon

April 13, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of. Bo passing. We worked together at Cole-Vision/ Luxicottica. You were such a good person you had a beautiful smile, you made me laugh so hard when I would work beside you. I will never forget you my friend. Heaven got a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and bos best friend bebe.

Sharon Massengill

April 13, 2014

To all the family, so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Charlotte Pritchett Johnson

April 13, 2014

Kay,Cathy,Vickie, I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you.. May God give you peace during this trying time and understanding during the days ahead..

Sue Bowling Clark

April 12, 2014

I loved you so much. You were my family, with Kay, Cathy, Vickie and Jimmy for so long, even though I don't get to see all of you often you are part of my heart,and part of it is now broken and so sad,will miss you.

kristi

April 12, 2014

My dear Mike my heart is so broken, I can't think about you without breaking down. I have comfort knowing that you with Michael (Mikey) and our heavenly father now, I will always love you and miss you my dear friend.

Alfreda Jones

April 12, 2014

My deepest sympathy& condolences to the family.Praying that God gives comfort,strength,peace,&understanding. former co/worker cole vision/Lux

April 12, 2014

I can not begin to explain the pain and grief I feel right now!! You are my baby brother and I love you. You will be missed so much brother, our daily calls will no longer be and I am so saddened by that. I love you and miss you so much... Vickie

sam kirby

April 12, 2014

Just like this candle will keep burning,so will your memories my bestfriend!

Sam kirby

April 12, 2014

i just want to say i lost not only my best friend for Mike was like a brother to me for i grew up with him since we were 6 years old ! My prayers are with the family & i love you all for this is so hard for me to!!

Brenda Jones

April 12, 2014

My heart aches beyond belief. It is hard to understand why people we love are taken in such tragic ways. I am honored to have a gift of memories of all the special times Mike & I have shared. He will remain in my heart forever. My Deepest Sympathy and loving Prayers for Mike's family.

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