John "Percy" Bowel

August 15, 1937 - October 15, 2016

John “Percy” Bowel, 79 of Peoria passed away on Saturday October 15, 2016 peacefully at his residence 10:12 a.m. He was born August 15, 1937 in Marianna Ark. to the late John Bowers and Ruthie Owens. John married his love Carrine Lowe – Bowel in 1963 she survives. John was a Deacon at St. Luke M.B.Church he loved to serve the Lord and talking about his goodness to any and every one. He had a passion for repairing cars which ultimately led to his profession as an auto mechanic. John owned Bowel’s towing service and Motor repair for many years. Although his passion was auto body work he also loved to fish and spending quality time with his family. In addition to his wife also surviving are three sons; John (Louise) Griffin, Michael Bowel, Calvin Campbell five daughter: Linda Thomas, Ruthie Griffin- walls, Janise (Charles) Jackson, Patricia Bowel and Barbara “Bobbie” Bowel all of Peoria; three sisters; Catherine Smith of Marianna Ark, Denise (Charles) Bridges of Bryant Ark Deborah (Frank) Scott of Aubrey Ark. and a host of other family members and friends. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by one son and one brother Services will be held Friday, October 28, 2016 at T. W. Parks Colonial Chapel at 11:00 a.m., with visitation commencing one hour prior Rev Ed Jones will officiate. Interment will be private. Online condolences and words of encouragement can be made at www.twparkschapel.com.