Chief David

Emory Bowman

David E. Bowman was born on February 16, 1948 to James Earl Craig & Rose Ellen Bowman who preceded him in death. He was born in a house on 25 Armory Street in Englewood, NJ. This was actually a house that was built by his grandfather Judson Bowman which was no easy feat.
David was born to "Protect & Serve" and he honored his duties. Bursting with pride his mother always said, "David never gave me 15 minutes of trouble." If you needed help, David was there on the double!
As a child David loved helping out in any way he could. He was a member of the Cub & Boy Scouts of America. He delivered newspapers as a boy but fell in love with fixing his favorite toys at James & Wesley Kearney's Auto Body.
In 1966 after graduating from Dwight Morrow High School in Englewood, NJ he enlisted in The National Guard. He then went on to become a Patrol Officer for the Englewood Police Department for many years. He was under the leadership of Captains John Miller, James Mosley, Kenneth Tinsley & Theodore Chapman & many more. Over the years David rose in ranks and went on to become Englewood's Chief of Police. David retired after serving his community for 37 years.
As an Alter Boy at Galilee Methodist Church David continued his spiritual
journey as "Head of Security" at Community Baptist Church in Englewood,
NJ. He was a mentor, friend and role model to so many. He served our
community well and he will be truly missed! This is not goodbye but see
you later. As Revelations 21: 3-5 reads And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, "Look! God's dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them.
David is survived by his wife Jeanne Bowman of 9 years, son Rodney Simpkins (Margaret), sisters Gail Jerry, Rosean Foster (Raymond), Carolyn Narayan, Kim Haynes & brother Billy Jerry. 2 Step Daughters Jeanne Mann and Kimberly Scott. Grandchildren Rodney Jr., Brayden & Brittney Simpkins, Jerell Carey, Aisa & Jaelyn Mann, Kevin & Christen Mills & Caiden Scott who all lovingly called him "Pop Pop." He also leaves to

mourn a host of cousins, nephews, nieces, great nieces and nephews who are too many to name.
Appreciation & Gratitude For All The Love Shown The Bowman Famliy