Delmer Bowen

Delmer Bowen, 82, of Villa Rica, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born on March 22, 1943, the son of the late Clarence Bowen and Noldia Bowen.

Delmer dedicated thirty-four years of his life to Norfolk Southern Corporation, where he retired, having made a lasting impact on his colleagues and the company itself. Delmer loved his family dearly and he created memories that will be treasured for many years. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He was an avid golfer, bowler and a huge University of Alabama fan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sherlie Ann Bowen; brothers, Elmer Hickman, and Ova Bowen; sisters, Ossie Meador, Tamery Bowen, Alma Jean Bowen, and Joann Marcum.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Landon Jordan of Palm Coast, Florida; brother and sister-in-law, Melvin and Lynn Bowen of Morristown, Tennessee; sister and brother-in-law, Wanda and Virgil Mills of Tomahawk, Kentucky; sister-n-law and brother-in-law, Barb and Larry Pemberton of Harrison, Tennessee; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Darren and Dee Blackburn of Clyde, Ohio; grandchildren, Savannah and Austin Post of Rome, Georgia, Ashley and Jonathan McKinley of Carrollton, Georgia, Kyle Blanks of Villa Rica, Georgia; great-grandsons, Jackson Post, baby boy Post and Jace McKinley; beloved family friends, Mike and Beth Blanks; long-time special friends, Linda Yearicks; numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Jones-Wynn Funeral Home Villa Rica Chapel also on Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home in Inez, Kentucky. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM at Richmond-Callaham Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Riverview Memorial Gardens in Louisa, Kentucky.

Delmer Bowen will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. As we remember him, we celebrate a life well-lived, filled with love, passion, and an unfaltering devotion to family and friends.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.jones-wynn.com and callahamfuneralhome.com Jones-Wynn Funeral Home Inc. and Cremation Services of Villa Rica is in charge of the arrangements. 770-459-3694