James Robert Bowman

Nov 23, 1961November 23, 1961

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James Robert Bowman

Nov 23, 1961November 23, 1961

Place of birth

Meadowbrook, PA

Most recently lived in

Boynton Beach, FL

James's favorite hobbies

Jim’s favorite hobbies were diving, fishing, traveling the world & singing.

James's favorite foods

Jim has always had a variety of favorite for food, some including chicken wings, pepperoni pizza, meatballs, lobster, salmon, more. When it comes to dessert he loved key lime pie.

Favorite bands and musical artists

Jim’s favorite artists were Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Buffett.

Interesting facts about James

Jim loved to travel the world and learn about cultures. During his college days, he fronted south rock & big hair rock bands.

James loved nothing more than

Jim loved nothing more than his family, his friends, his dogs, and singing.

Favorite place in the world

St. Augustine FL & anywhere with a beach.

Favorite TV shows

Some of Jim’s favorite TV shows included Anthony Bourdain program, modern family, and the fishing program.

Favorite sports

Jim had a love for golf and baseball.

Obituary

James Robert Bowman, 63, born November 23rd 1961 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away on Tuesday September 24th 2024 in Boynton Beach, Florida. He was the son of J. William Bowman and Anne Sorkin. He was survived by his mother Anne, his son James (Blake), grandkids Presley, Elisabeth, and Aidan, Uncle Harry, Aunt Dot McGinley (Brian) and former wife, Kelly. He was predeceased by his father J. William, step father Sam Sorkin, brother Stephen, and son Justin.

He earned a masters degree from Rutgers University in business and worked for the Federal Government in the Contract Department. He later worked for the FL Sheriff Youth Ranches as a Donor Relations Officer. He was active in the Boy Scouts, the republican party, and the Amara Shriners as well as being a brother Mason.

He served his country for 20 years in the US Navy Reserve where he retired as a Commander. Along with the title of Commander, he was an Executive Officer and had a one-year Presidential recall to Guantanamo Bay post 9/11.

James lived a life full of adventures including traveling the world from Italy to Australia and everywhere in between. He enjoyed diving with the Carribean Cowboys, treasure hunting, and much more. He has been singing throughout his entire life, where he was known as "The Singing Sailor". He had a heart for singing

Sinatra, Valli, Darrin, Jones, and Martin - the true icons of the Rat Pack era.