Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman entered her eternal home on Sunday, October 8, 2023, surrounded by those who loved her most. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lola Cook DeBusk and was predeceased by her two husbands, Sam Copenhaver, Jr and Paul "Gene" Bowman. Also preceding her in death were two stepsons, Max Bowman (Kitty) and Mickey Bowman (Shelia) and nine brothers and sisters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her two loving and devoted daughters, Hope Copenhaver Hale (Tom) of Salem, VA and Frankie Copenhaver Bielawski (Bob) of Roanoke, VA, a stepson Jax Bowman (Sally) of Waynesboro, VA and one brother, Joe DeBusk (Dee) of Cabot, AR. Also surviving are four grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, seven great grandchildren that knew her as their MeeMaw and several nieces and nephews. Mabel was also blessed to have three beautiful and cherished friends in Jay Gouge, Jim Jackson, and Tracy Hash who gave her beautiful moments. Suburban Christian Church was her church home.
Mabel loved her family and provided and cared for her daughters when left a widow at a very young age. She never met a stranger, could talk to anyone that would listen, whether it be one minute or six hours, but, mostly, she loved to dance – that is where she "found her thrill."
A special thank you to Friendship Salem Terrace in Salem, VA where she lived the last two years of her life. They brought her many happy and fun days. Also, thank you to Good Samaritan Hospice that made her final days peaceful and calm.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Main Street location of Farris Funeral Service. Funeral services start at 1:00 PM with Rev. Rich Pannell officiating. The burial will follow in the Forest Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Shriners Children's Hospital, at donate.lovetotheresue.org or mail to Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018.
The family of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory – Main Street Chapel, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 276-623-2700.
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In memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities:
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Those left to cherish her memory are her two loving and devoted daughters, Hope Copenhaver Hale (Tom) of Salem, VA and Frankie Copenhaver Bielawski (Bob) of Roanoke, VA, a stepson Jax Bowman (Sally) of Waynesboro, VA and one brother, Joe DeBusk (Dee) of Cabot, AR. Also surviving are four grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, seven great grandchildren that knew her as their MeeMaw and several nieces and nephews. Mabel was also blessed to have three beautiful and cherished friends in Jay Gouge, Jim Jackson, and Tracy Hash who gave her beautiful moments. Suburban Christian Church was her church home.
Mabel loved her family and provided and cared for her daughters when left a widow at a very young age. She never met a stranger, could talk to anyone that would listen, whether it be one minute or six hours, but, mostly, she loved to dance – that is where she "found her thrill."
A special thank you to Friendship Salem Terrace in Salem, VA where she lived the last two years of her life. They brought her many happy and fun days. Also, thank you to Good Samaritan Hospice that made her final days peaceful and calm.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Main Street location of Farris Funeral Service. Funeral services start at 1:00 PM with Rev. Rich Pannell officiating. The burial will follow in the Forest Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Shriners Children's Hospital, at donate.lovetotheresue.org or mail to Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018.
The family of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory – Main Street Chapel, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 276-623-2700.
To order memorial trees in memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please visit our tree store.
In memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities:
Shriners Hospitals for Children (National Office)
Good Samaritan Hospice
Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman entered her eternal home on Sunday, October 8, 2023, surrounded by those who loved her most. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lola Cook DeBusk and was predeceased by her two husbands, Sam Copenhaver, Jr and Paul "Gene" Bowman. Also preceding her in death were two stepsons, Max Bowman (Kitty) and Mickey Bowman (Shelia) and nine brothers and sisters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her two loving and devoted daughters, Hope Copenhaver Hale (Tom) of Salem, VA and Frankie Copenhaver Bielawski (Bob) of Roanoke, VA, a stepson Jax Bowman (Sally) of Waynesboro, VA and one brother, Joe DeBusk (Dee) of Cabot, AR. Also surviving are four grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, seven great grandchildren that knew her as their MeeMaw and several nieces and nephews. Mabel was also blessed to have three beautiful and cherished friends in Jay Gouge, Jim Jackson, and Tracy Hash who gave her beautiful moments. Suburban Christian Church was her church home.
Mabel loved her family and provided and cared for her daughters when left a widow at a very young age. She never met a stranger, could talk to anyone that would listen, whether it be one minute or six hours, but, mostly, she loved to dance – that is where she "found her thrill."
A special thank you to Friendship Salem Terrace in Salem, VA where she lived the last two years of her life. They brought her many happy and fun days. Also, thank you to Good Samaritan Hospice that made her final days peaceful and calm.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Main Street location of Farris Funeral Service. Funeral services start at 1:00 PM with Rev. Rich Pannell officiating. The burial will follow in the Forest Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Shriners Children's Hospital, at donate.lovetotheresue.org or mail to Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018.
The family of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory – Main Street Chapel, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 276-623-2700.
To order memorial trees in memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please visit our tree store.
In memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities:
Shriners Hospitals for Children (National Office)
Good Samaritan Hospice
Those left to cherish her memory are her two loving and devoted daughters, Hope Copenhaver Hale (Tom) of Salem, VA and Frankie Copenhaver Bielawski (Bob) of Roanoke, VA, a stepson Jax Bowman (Sally) of Waynesboro, VA and one brother, Joe DeBusk (Dee) of Cabot, AR. Also surviving are four grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, seven great grandchildren that knew her as their MeeMaw and several nieces and nephews. Mabel was also blessed to have three beautiful and cherished friends in Jay Gouge, Jim Jackson, and Tracy Hash who gave her beautiful moments. Suburban Christian Church was her church home.
Mabel loved her family and provided and cared for her daughters when left a widow at a very young age. She never met a stranger, could talk to anyone that would listen, whether it be one minute or six hours, but, mostly, she loved to dance – that is where she "found her thrill."
A special thank you to Friendship Salem Terrace in Salem, VA where she lived the last two years of her life. They brought her many happy and fun days. Also, thank you to Good Samaritan Hospice that made her final days peaceful and calm.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Main Street location of Farris Funeral Service. Funeral services start at 1:00 PM with Rev. Rich Pannell officiating. The burial will follow in the Forest Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Shriners Children's Hospital, at donate.lovetotheresue.org or mail to Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018.
The family of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory – Main Street Chapel, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 276-623-2700.
To order memorial trees in memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please visit our tree store.
In memory of Mabel DeBusk (Copenhaver) Bowman, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities:
Shriners Hospitals for Children (National Office)
Good Samaritan Hospice
Family Members
Siblings
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Gladys Gay DeBusk Shupe
1910 – unknown
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Roy Preston DeBusk Sr
1912–1997
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John Sanford DeBusk
1914–1997
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Martha Eulalia "Eula" DeBusk Mcvey
1916–1999
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Vincent Jessie "Jack" DeBusk
1919–2009
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Thomas Isaak DeBusk Jr
1921–1988
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Stella Beatrice DeBusk Krebs
1922–1946
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Reba Joy DeBusk Banner
1931–2010
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William Clarence DeBusk
1933–2008
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