Bernard Reed Bowling 80, of 3008 Valley Ridge Road, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, at Stone Spring Hospital in Dulles.Â
Mr. Bowling was Jan. 13, 1940, in Alleghany County, a son of late Jesse Reed Bowling and Ella Johnson Bowling. Â
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, John Martin Jr., Gerald Bowling and James Bowling; and one sister, Barbara Bowling Jett.
Bernard served in United States Navy, and had retired from Hercules, Inc. Â
He was an avid hunter and golfer and loved being around his friends, but health issues had kept him from that for quite a few years.
Surviving are his wife, Joy Sheppard Bowling of Covington; a son, Jesse A. Bowling, of Millboro; a grandson, Brody Fox of Covington; a brother, Aubrey Bowling and his wife Pat of Covington; and several nieces and nephews.Â
In keeping with his wishes his body has been cremated.
A private service will be held at a later date at Alleghany Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions can be made in Bernard’s name to the American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive #900, Arlington, Va. 22202 or to the Selma Fire Department P.O. Box 124, Selma Va. 24474.
Arrangements are being handled by Arritt Funeral Home.
Online condolence can be made to arrittfuneralhome.com.