Emma Ida (Vargo) Bowman
January 16, 1925 ~ July 11, 2009
Emma I. (Vargo) Bowman, 84, of Weirton, WV died Saturday July 11, 2009 , at the Weirton Geriatric Center.
Emma was born on January 16, 1925, in Poland, OH, a daughter of the late John and Pauline Reho Vargo. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Edwin C. Bowman on June 14, 1979; three brothers, John, George and George Vargo; three sisters, Irene (Szuch) Slanchik, Goldie Kintz, and Lizzie Murray.
Emma graduated from Weir High School in 1943, and moved to Baltimore MD, where she met her husband, Edwin C. Bowman. Shortly after, the couple moved back to Weirton, where Emma worked as a dietary aide for Weir High School, for over twenty years. Emma was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, and a member of the Red Hats. She enjoyed dancing, traveling, playing cards, bingo, and was known to pull an occasional prank. Most of all Emma enjoyed her family, and will always be remembered for all of her love and support.
Emma is survived by her son, Senator Edwin J. Bowman and his wife Kathy of Weirton, WV; her daughter, Judy Sholtis of Fort Myers, FL; three sisters, Pearl Daugherty of New Cumberland, WV, Helen (Honey) Lettieri of Ft Myers, FL, and Lil (Dolly)Douglas of Weirton, WV; three grandchildren, Kristin (Ron) Cross; Tommy Sholtis, and Michael (Christy) Sholtis; three great grandchildren, Michael Sholtis, Anthony and Colin Cross.
Visitation will be Monday 1 to 4PM and 6:30 to9 PM, at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 11 AM Tuesday, at the Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton.
Rev. Fr. Dean Borgmeyer will preside.
Interment will follow at the Saint Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made in Emma's memory to the Saint Joseph the Worker Grade School 229 California Avenue Weirton, WV 26062 or to the Weirton United Way 3205 Pennsylvania Avenue # 3 Weirton, WV 26062.
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ED,KATHY, AND JUDY SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. SINCERELY, JERRY HAMILL
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Ed and Kathy, i would like to extend my deepest sympathy in the passing of your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ed and Kathy: Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mom. From Eddie’s stories she sounded like a real pistol who enjoyed life and her family to the fullest. May your fond memories always bring you comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Eddie, Kathy and Judy, we are so sorry about Aunt Bobby’s passing. Wish we could be there to say our good-byes to her, but our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. We had a lot of great times and those memories will always be with us. Love to all, Darlene & Jerry
Just wanted to say we are thinking of you all during this time. We will keep you all in our prayers. Love always:)
Ed and Kathy, Sorry for the loss of your mother. Just think of her and your dad when all were younger and in good times. Angelo and June
Eddie & Kathy, Judy and family, My heart goes out to you in your loss. I am sure your mother will be sadly missed. We will always remember Emma as my mothers closest friend at WGC, as they built a beautiful relationship during their smoking time. They had a lot in common (great kids!) and a love for funand life. My mom also enjoyed visiting with you and members of your family because you always included herand she loved your teasing. My Mom really misses your mom and we are really going to miss not seeing all of you at WGC. I am sorry I am not able to pay my respects in person, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in all your beautiful memories. Our Deepest Sympathy, Marcia & Stush Wodnicki
Ed and Family, Our sincere prayers and sympathy to your family. Tony & Ruth Licata
Ed, Kristen & Family, I am so sorry for you loss. Emma will be greatly missed.
Dear Family of Emma Bowman, I took care of Emma at the WGC several years ago and She was always full of love and life. I will miss hearing of her straight humor. My condolences to you and Your familys on the loss of a wonderful Lady!. Sincerely, Bruce Carey
I just wanted to let you know how sorry we are. Aunt Emma was my favorite. She will be missed.. ~Ashley and Brad
Ed and family, I am sorry for the lost of your mother. My sincere condolences.
Ed,Kathy and Judy I want to extend my sympathy on the loss of your mother. i will keep you in my thoughts and prayers
Dear Ed, Kathy & Family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Emma. I have the most fantastic memories of her and they all include lots of fun and laughing! Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
I just wanted to let you know how sorry we are for the loss of Aunt Emma. I will miss seeing her at the lunch table when I go to WGC to visit my Gram. You are all in our prayers. Love Always, ~Buffie, Todd, & Amelia
Eddie, Kathy and Family, Pam and I just heard about the passing of your mother Emma. It seems like every day we hear of another relative or friend from the greatest generation passing away. We are truly sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughs and prayers. Pam and Ted
Ed and Family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Eddie, Kathy and family, We were sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dear Eddie, Kathy and family, We were sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Ed & Family, Please accept my sympathies. Jim
Eddie & Kathy, I am sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I will keep your family in my prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Vivian & Natalie Dunn
We are truly sorry to about your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy. Love, Stacy and Rob
To the family of Emma Ida Bowman. On the behalf of the Bereavement Ministry of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, your parish family extends their deepest sympathy to each of you. Emma, in loving memory, will be enrolled in the church’s memorial fund. Many blessings-Bereavement Ministry Saint Joseph the Worker Christian Mothers
Ed & family, We are so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. We are out of town and unable to be there but are sincerely sorry for your loss. Bob & Peggy Thomaselli
Dear Eddie,Judy, Kathy and family, I just found out that Aunt Emma passed away. Aunt Emma was one of my favorites. We will keep you in our prayers. Kim, Joey and Kids
Ed and family, So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a great lady, with lots of friends. She will be missed by all. Sam Greco
Ed,Kathy and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom Emma I know how much she was loved by you and the entire family. Rich and Patty Wieloh
Dear Bowman Family, Emma was such a beautiful women, she will be missed. We have such wonderful memories. May God keep you strong during this time of sorrows. We will be praying for you. Love ya, Patti & Dale
Senator Bowman: I just learned last week of your mother’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. The attention and devotion you gave and showed your mother while she was here was a comfort to her, I’m sure.