Anne M. Bowen

Anne M Bowen, formerly of Rochester, passed on October 15, 2024, at The Lodges Care Center in Springvale, ME. Anne was born on April 14, 1936, in Malden, MA to Robert F and Ethrilla (Eveleth) Bonamo. She was raised in Barrington NH and the San Diego area of California. Anne was employed at Jerry’s Shop and Save, and The Globe Department Store in Rochester, in the office and as manager of the snack bar. At the age of 50 she earned her GED from The Rochester School Department and went on to also earn her CNA license through Rochester Manor’s CNA Course. She worked at Riverside Rest Home until her retirement. Anne was married to Robert (Bob) Bowen, until his death in 2006, less than 1 month shy of their Golden Wedding Anniversary. A gifted crafter, she was well known for her homemade dolls and other crafts. She was a Volunteer for the American Cancer Society, taking part in The Annual Relay for Life in Rochester and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Events at UNH in Durham. She was a dedicated bingo player at The Knights of Columbus, Mondays in Rochester until the Bingo was cancelled due to Covid. Anne is survived by her daughter ,Roberta Knight of Rochester, her son Robert W Bowen and his wife Cindy of Barrington, NH. She was Ma Bowen and Gram to her grandchildren, Gary Knight and his wife Stacie of Rochester, Andrew Knight of Strafford NH, Lucas and Nicholas Bowen of Portland ME, Lily Bowen of Barrington and Reggie Kelly of Virginia as well as her great -grandchildren, Kaylee Tibbetts (Matt), Hayden Knight, Alex Knight, Amber Knight, and Alex Bowen. She was great -great grandmother to Vivienne Lowe and Nevaeh and Parker Tibbetts. She was also pre-deceased by her parents, and her Brother Peter Dube. Our family would like to express our Heartfelt thanks to the staff and administration of The Lodges for the loving care they gave to Anne while she was a resident there. A special hug and thanks to Jessie for taking the time to set up services with Affinity Care of So. Portland, ME, and the care that she extended to our Mom and family during this difficult time. Also, thank you to the Affinity Care Volunteers and nurses for all they did to make Anne’s final days as comfortable as possible for her and for Helping to ease her transition. Arrangements and Services for Anne are Under the direction of Edgerly Funeral Home, 86 South Main St Rochester NH. In Lieu of Flowers please consider a donation in memory of Anne to Affinity Care, 600 Southborough Dr So. Portland, ME 04106.