C. Dale Bowman

Asheville - Cora Dale Bowman, 85, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday, October 1, 2021. Born July 16, 1936, in Madison County, North Carolina to Miller Wilds and Cora Lee (Fender) Wilds. She attended Mars Hill High School and graduated from Berea College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Subsequently, she attended Indiana University and obtained a Master of Science degree in Guidance and Counseling. On July 27, 1963, she married Robert (Bob) Eugene Bowman in Madison County, Kentucky. Dale worked at Ball State University for 32 years until retiring as dean of students in 1992. Dale was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Muncie, Indiana for over 30 years and served in various leadership roles. At the time of her death, Dale was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School, Asheville. Survivors include Brett E. Bowman, son, of Saint Paul, Minnesota; Kay Griffin, sister, of Marshall, North Carolina; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. There will be a Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School. Internment will be at Emmanuel in a private service at a later date. Relatives and friends are welcome at a reception immediately following the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Memory Care, 100 Far Horizons Lane, Asheville, NC 28803; Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School, 51 Wilburn Place, Asheville, NC 28806; or to another charity of the donor’s choice. Dale was a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Livestream of the Celebration of Life service can be viewed here: https://emmanuelavl.online.church/