Leslie Page Bowen
March 10, 1940 – April 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie “Page” Bowen on April 7th, 2025, at the age of 85. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 10th, 1940. Page was the loving Husband of Barbara A Bowen and loving Father to Donnie and Jimmy.
Page worked for WSSC for 35 years starting as a mechanic helper, then heading the electrical and mechanical shop at two of the largest treatment plants. He was also an avid farmer who took pride in raising quality cattle, planting vegetable gardens, cutting grass and tending to his chicken and egg business. He met his beautiful wife at the age of 18 and has shared countless memories full of love and happiness. He was the heart and soul of his family, a true patriarch. He was loved deeply by so many and will be missed beyond measure
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Barbara Bowen. Loving sons Donnie Bowen (Vickie) and Jimmy Bowen (Marje). Loving Grandfather of 7, Mandi Bowen, Josh Ford (Amy), Jessica Maxwell (Kevin), Britney Bowen, Nikkie Gryskewicz (John), Michael Bowen (Sarah) and Donnie Bowen (Melinda). Loving Great- Grandfather of 10, Ellie, Logan & Hudson; Malia; Corbin & Owen, Lacey & Henry; Scarlett & Bennett.
He was preceded in death by his Parents Alma and Leslie Bowen. And sister Alma Lancaster (Bob)
A viewing will be held on Sunday April 13th, 2025, from 2-5pm at Rausch Funeral Home in Owings, MD. Funeral will be held Monday April 14th, 2025, at 11am at Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick MD. Interment and reception to follow.
Visitation
Sunday, April 13, 2025
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Services
- Funeral Service
Monday, April 14, 2025
11:00 AM
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8 Apr 2025
7:03pm
Rest in peace, my friend. Gregg Hutchins, Prince Frederick, MD
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
11 Apr 2025
8:47am
A true friend for many years, always a joy to be around. He will be missed by many . Jack & Judy Smack
City
Huntingtown
State
Maryland
8 Apr 2025
7:24pm
Hard to believe that my friend is heading to heaven! I am praying for him and his family
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
9 Apr 2025
12:49pm
Sending love to the Bowen family! So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you Grannie.
City
Dunkirk
State
MD
9 Apr 2025
2:32pm
Prayers and condolences to the Bowen family. Page was such a nice man.
City
Aquasco
State
Maryland
9 Apr 2025
5:37pm
My sincere condolences and love to Bobbi and the Bowen family during this time. I always enjoyed speaking with Page when I would see him. Rest in peace, Page
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
9 Apr 2025
6:38pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Page was a good man. Prayers for your family. He will be missed.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Md
9 Apr 2025
9:00pm
I worked with Page for many years at WSSC. He was a electrical mechanical supervisor and when we first met I was a wet behind the ears engineer. He always helped me to be better and I will tell a short story. One of the automation panels failed causing a major process to shut down. I was far away at another plant. I asked Page to please let me attempt repair early the next morning as my boss would not pay overtime. He trusted me enough to delay repair. He did not have to do that and it made me look good but I learned what a great leader AND PERSON THAT HE WAS. I learned a lot that day that was not in any book. I also had the privilege and pleasure to work with his son Jimmy for many years at Piscataway and other places. I was not on Pages staff so he may not have remembered me. My biggest regret was I did not visit him on his farm before he passed. Page reminded me of my own father and he was part of the old guard at WSSC. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts prayers are with the family at this sad time. With love and respect Stan WSSC 1975 – 2022.
City
Glenwood
State
Maryland
10 Apr 2025
8:46am
My condolences to the Bowen on the loss of such a well loved family member. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
City
North Beach
State
MD
10 Apr 2025
10:00am
We are very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara his loving wife and his sons, Donnie and Jimmy and their families.
City
Springfield
State
VA
10 Apr 2025
1:28pm
Sincere condolences to Barbara and all of Pages’s family. My brother Roy (Shifflett) has spoken many times of the love and respect him he held for times spent with Page. He is out of time but surely wishes you peace and comfort at this difficult time. He will be missed by many for his kindness and thoughtful way of making everyone feel welcome.
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
10 Apr 2025
2:04pm
Barbara and family, our deepest sympathy is with you all. May God’s peace be with you. We are holding you in prayer. Marcia and Marijo Cosmas-Monnett
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
10 Apr 2025
3:47pm
Barbara and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed greatly.
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
11 Apr 2025
8:21pm
All my prayers for the Bowen family. Page will be missed. Love all of you.
City
Stevensville
State
Md
12 Apr 2025
11:44am
I worked with Page at WSSC for many years. He taught me so much about my job and life. He was like a Father to me, he was truly a blessing in my life. So many memories that I will treasure. I will truly miss him, and the messages/pictures he would send. May he rest in peace. Sending Love, Hugs, & Prayers to the Bowen family.
City
Mechanicsville
State
MD
12 Apr 2025
3:44pm
Deepest condolences from the Hummels.
City
NORTH BEACH
State
md
13 Apr 2025
12:45pm
Page was a great man and will truly be missed. He was my first Supervisor when I started at WSSC, and his fathering personality helped me in more ways than he will ever know. For example, he wrote me up for something I deserved, and I became a better worker and manager for it. I had the pleasure of getting to know his family and work with both his sons over the years. Both Page and Barbara should be very proud of the strong work ethic both of them continue to apply to this day in everything they do. Page and his family will always have a special place in my heart and he will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.
City
King George
State
Virginia
14 Apr 2025
7:28am
Sending warmth, light and prayers to Donnie, Vick and the entire Bowen family.
City
North Beach
State
Maryland
14 Apr 2025
1:13pm
I met Mr Bowen later in his life while working with his son Donnie. He was such a good hearted man and had the best hair still . He loved talking about everything on the farm and making his rounds in the golf cart to feed the chickens and fish and kept Donnie out of trouble . I enjoyed seeing him whenever I went to the farm .
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
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Rest in peace, my friend. Gregg Hutchins, Prince Frederick, MD
A true friend for many years, always a joy to be around. He will be missed by many . Jack & Judy Smack
Hard to believe that my friend is heading to heaven! I am praying for him and his family
Sending love to the Bowen family! So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you Grannie.
Prayers and condolences to the Bowen family. Page was such a nice man.
My sincere condolences and love to Bobbi and the Bowen family during this time. I always enjoyed speaking with Page when I would see him. Rest in peace, Page
We are so sorry for your loss. Page was a good man. Prayers for your family. He will be missed.
I worked with Page for many years at WSSC. He was a electrical mechanical supervisor and when we first met I was a wet behind the ears engineer. He always helped me to be better and I will tell a short story. One of the automation panels failed causing a major process to shut down. I was far away at another plant. I asked Page to please let me attempt repair early the next morning as my boss would not pay overtime. He trusted me enough to delay repair. He did not have to do that and it made me look good but I learned what a great leader AND PERSON THAT HE WAS. I learned a lot that day that was not in any book. I also had the privilege and pleasure to work with his son Jimmy for many years at Piscataway and other places. I was not on Pages staff so he may not have remembered me. My biggest regret was I did not visit him on his farm before he passed. Page reminded me of my own father and he was part of the old guard at WSSC. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts prayers are with the family at this sad time. With love and respect Stan WSSC 1975 – 2022.
My condolences to the Bowen on the loss of such a well loved family member. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
We are very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara his loving wife and his sons, Donnie and Jimmy and their families.
Sincere condolences to Barbara and all of Pages’s family. My brother Roy (Shifflett) has spoken many times of the love and respect him he held for times spent with Page. He is out of time but surely wishes you peace and comfort at this difficult time. He will be missed by many for his kindness and thoughtful way of making everyone feel welcome.
Barbara and family, our deepest sympathy is with you all. May God’s peace be with you. We are holding you in prayer. Marcia and Marijo Cosmas-Monnett
Barbara and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed greatly.
All my prayers for the Bowen family. Page will be missed. Love all of you.
I worked with Page at WSSC for many years. He taught me so much about my job and life. He was like a Father to me, he was truly a blessing in my life. So many memories that I will treasure. I will truly miss him, and the messages/pictures he would send. May he rest in peace. Sending Love, Hugs, & Prayers to the Bowen family.
Deepest condolences from the Hummels.
Page was a great man and will truly be missed. He was my first Supervisor when I started at WSSC, and his fathering personality helped me in more ways than he will ever know. For example, he wrote me up for something I deserved, and I became a better worker and manager for it. I had the pleasure of getting to know his family and work with both his sons over the years. Both Page and Barbara should be very proud of the strong work ethic both of them continue to apply to this day in everything they do. Page and his family will always have a special place in my heart and he will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.
Sending warmth, light and prayers to Donnie, Vick and the entire Bowen family.
I met Mr Bowen later in his life while working with his son Donnie. He was such a good hearted man and had the best hair still . He loved talking about everything on the farm and making his rounds in the golf cart to feed the chickens and fish and kept Donnie out of trouble . I enjoyed seeing him whenever I went to the farm .