Mary F. (Germany) Bowman

Mary Germany Bowman was born April 3, 1929 in Columbus, Ohio to Thomas and Mattie Germany. She received her wings to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 16, 2011 at the Kobacker House at the age of 82 years. To all who knew her, Mary was a devoted wife, loving, devoted, powerful, strong mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mary grew up an area that was then known as “Flytown.” She graduated from Central High School. Later, she met and married George Bowman. She retired from The Ohio State University after many years of dedicated service. Mary was baptized in Jesus' name at an early age. She attended the Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith, located then on Pennsylvania and Collins Avenue. Her wish to be baptized again in the presence of her family was granted and was performed by Pastor Gwendolyn Walker and Rev. Roger Germany at The Ohio State James Cancer Hospital surrounded by her beloved family. She was a strong, powerful black woman, who did not take any stuff. She loved and protected all of her family. Mary was one of the great card players, loved her TV stories, game shows, and Sunday Christian music program. Mary was preceded in death by her husband and son Kenneth Germany, as well as her parents, three brothers, and six sisters. She leaves to cherish her memory six devoted children, son Donald Germany, Sr.; daughters, Mary (Roy) Reynolds, Patricia, Mona, and Toni Germany; beloved brother Rev. Roger (Emma) Germany; stepdaughter Betty Ellen Chavis; 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; her very loving and devoted niece Joyce Davis; devoted nephews George Ray, Anthony Hillman, and Thomas Germany; and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Homegoing Celebration 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street, with family receiving friends from 1 p.m. until start of service. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. The family may be contacted at (614)778-1693. Reception: The family may be contacted at (614)778-1693.