of Mountain Home, AR
December 5, 2020
Mr. Layton Bowman, 89, of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020, in Mountain Home. He was born June 5, 1931, in Russellville, Arkansas to Sullivan and Mattie (Davis) Bowman. He was an Air Force Veteran and certified public accountant, who co-owned with his wife, of 68 years, Darlene Bowman, Bowman and Associates CPA for over 40 years. He enjoyed riding his horse Dollar and was a funny, friendly prankster (even at 89 years old) who never met a stranger. He was a tremendous husband, father, grandpapa, and great grandpapa who will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his son Curtis Layton Bowman; 3 daughters: Sheila Dawn (Nick) Boeddeker, Darla Wynne Bowman, and Sherry Bowman (Kevin) Perkins; 9 grandchildren: Latonia Darlene (Gryffin) Choate, Layne David Bradley, Wesley Dylan (Marta) Bradley, Seth Layton (Zhen) Bowman, Leah Darlene (Michael) Peerbolte, Claire Elizabeth (Patrick) Perkins Agbu, Mary Margaret "Maggie" (Jake Jarboe) Perkins, Madeline Rae White, and Preslie Rose (Cody) White Hammonds; great-grandchildren: Anyssa Sophia Dae Bradley, Layton James David Bradley, Verdie Marie Darlene Bradley, Wesley Don Lancaster II, and Amyla Lilyana Davyna Bradley, and nieces, nephews, and close family friend James Madison. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and siblings.
A visitation will be held between 12-3:00pm, with family receiving friends between 1-3:00pm, on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the Roller Chapel with funeral services to follow. Interment, with military honors, will be in Baxter Memorial Gardens.
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20 Condolence(s)
Layne D. Bradley
Sunday, August 7, 2022
Papa, it's been a little over a year and a half and I still miss you every single day. As a grandfather, friend, and person you were always such an amazing man, happy, smiling, and making new friends. Watching you as I grew up I learned so much about work ethic, successful relationships, and the value of family. If I can be half the man you were I'll count myself as successful. With love, always.
Keith Leathers
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Curtis,
Its been a long time. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My Dad turned 90 in July. Take care, Buddy
forrest maier
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
sorry to hear about death of layton and wife darlene. met layton in calif. at long beach state univ
and both gradulated in 1958 with b.s. in accounting. we spent lots of time studying at his house
in torrance and my place in long beach. both of our wives named darlene . as our grad present
we went to hollywood to the movies. lost track of layton after graduation but caught up with him about 2012. at that time he still remembered the name of the movie- i did not. wife and i moved
to north carolina in 2018 because of age. iam 88 and darlene is 85. the weather here is too cold
for some one from calif.........i remember darla SO SORRY FOR BOTH YOUR LOSSES
Christina Scally
Friday, December 18, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Christina Scally
King Dermatology
Monty Casteel
Friday, December 18, 2020
Dear Darla and family,
Pam and I are so saddened to hear about Layton and Dar. We have many fond memories of them from our travels together over the years. I especially cherish the time spent with your Dad on the State Board, some of the most enjoyable years of my life. We send our kindest personal regards.
Kim Blythe Hadley
Friday, December 18, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I was a classmate of Darla when she was an student in college.
Shawn Loftis
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
I have know Layton and Boonie since I was 16 years old and I have met all of the Bowman children and they have all treated me like family. Layton has been a champion of mine since I started college and he always encouraged me to reach for the stars with his coffee gang at McDonalds. Layton and Boonie were always so kind with their time as was Darla. Layton would invite me to his office and give me good sound advice and was always so generous with his time and advice. He was one of the first to take interest in me as a young 16 year old with dreams and he always told me to reach for the stars and I will never forget our talks and the kindness the Bowman family showed me throughout the years. May God bless the Bowman family. Heaven just received a great man.
John and Nancy Easterling
Saturday, December 12, 2020
What a wonderful CPA Layton was! We enjoyed his amiable ways, goid sense or humor, and hearing about his horses, especially Dollar, named after John Wayne's favorite horse.
May the Lord bless your family as you grieve his loss and remember his wonderful ways. 🙏✝️ Pastor John and Nancy Easterling
David M Hardacker
Thursday, December 10, 2020
I moved to Mountain Home over 20 years ago and Layton was one of the first people I met when I applied for the Sheriff's Reserve. He helped me obtain a full time Deputy's job and we became good friends. Layton gave me full access to his stable and we had many breakfasts together with a circle of his other close friends. I don't think I have ever met a more quick witted and funny man. Layton, you will truly be missed by many. May God bless you and condolences to the entire family.
Dave Hardacker (B.C.S.O. retired)
Wanda Evans
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Wanda Evans from Town and Country
Angie Brewer
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
A great man who always made me laugh.
Charlene and Randy Simpson
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Sending prayers. So sorry for your loss!
Donna McCormack Pearson
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Mr Bowman's passing. He was one of the best bosses I ever had. May God be with all of you during this time and give you peace
Marvina Carson
Monday, December 7, 2020
Darla, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May the Lord give you and your family comfort and strength to get through this difficult time. All my love and prayers.
Marta Bradley
Monday, December 7, 2020
I Love you sooo much Papa!! And miss you like crazy. Give Boonie a hug and kiss from me and the kids (Anyssa, James, Verdie, Lil Wes, and Amyla)
Jim Bodenhamer
Monday, December 7, 2020
What a truly nice guy. Loved his sense of humor and what a community minded
person. Have fond memories of you "gun totin accountant".
John Dale Tyler
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Four words help sum up Layton's life. Loyal. Inspiring. Attentive. Resourceful.
Larry Nelson
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Worked with Layton for several years on the Mountain Home Chamber Foundation, and always enjoyed his quick wit and exchanging barbs with him. His expertise was a great asset to our community. I will miss him.
Marta Bradley
Sunday, December 6, 2020
I Love you sooo much Papa!! And miss you like crazy. Give Boonie a hug and kiss from me and the kids (Anyssa, James, Verdie, Lil Wes, and Amyla)
Mr. W.D. “Wes” Bradley, IAAI-CFI
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Oh Papa! I love you and my Boonie so so much! Dance with your beloved bride!