Obituary - Chester “Lee” Bowen

Chester “Lee” Bowen, 96, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2026, at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada. Lee was born May 28, 1929, in Nevada to Clell E. and Mary Jane (Behren) Bowen. He married Melba Jean Garwood on December 31, 1950, in Nevada and she preceded him in death on August 23, 2018.

    After graduating from Bronaugh High School, Lee was drafted and served in the United States Marines. Upon his return from the service, Lee owned and operated Bowen’s Motor for over 25 years and operated Skelly Gas Station for a time. Following his retirement, he and Melba moved to Stockton. He was a longtime member of the Nevada Elks Lodge.

     Survivors include a son, Doug Bowen (Michele), Fairway, KS; two grandchildren; two nephews, Bob Bowen (Arlene), Nevada, and Duane Bowen, Madera Ranch, CA; a niece, Beverly Moon, Raytown, MO; and a special friend and caregiver, Tom Addington, Nevada.

     Memorial services will be at 12:00p.m. on Thurs., March 5, 2026, at Ferry Funeral Home, with Pastor Chad Bailey officiating.  The family will receive friends from 11:00a.m. until service time.  Private committal will be in Moore Cemetery, Nevada.

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