Gloria Elizabeth Bowden Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gloria Elizabeth Bowden of Portland, Oregon, born in Omaha, Nebraska, whose life came to an end on August 3, 2024 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gloria Elizabeth Bowden to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lawrence Smith and LaVera Smith; her husband Erskine Bowden Jr.; her brothers, Lawrence Jr. and Anthony Smith; and her daughter-in-law Maria Dahlia Bowden.
She is survived by: her children, Lynne Violetta of Portland, OR, Eric DeWayne (Barbara Scott) of Portland, OR, Erskine Frank Bowden III (Carol) of Portland, OR, Lorna Bowden of Portland, OR and Liz Jessie (Kevin) of Portland, OR; her siblings, LeVon Smith of Portland, OR and Dierdre Smith of San Diego, CA; her aunt Christine Bailey; her niece Chaunda Douglas; and her siblings-in-law, Lonnie Bowden (Sandra) of Portland, OR and Joann Livingston (Francis) of Portland, OR. She is also survived by 15 Grandchildren, 34 Great Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, Great nieces and nephews, Cousins and extended family and friends.
