of Jonesboro, AR
August 6, 1955 - January 23, 2026
Cheryl Bowman, 69, of Jonesboro, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Woodbriar Nursing Home in Harrisburg. She was born on August 6, 1956, in Harrisburg to Lionel ''Dana'' and Barbara (Lawrence) Collins. Cheryl was of the Catholic faith and attended Blessed Sacrament. She had an associate's degree in nursing and worked for many years at the Arkansas Department of Health. Cheryl enjoyed scrapbooking and playing solitaire. She also loved going to concerts, baseball games and to the beach with her husband Garry.
Preceding her in death are her parents.
Those left to cherish her memory, her husband of 29 years, Garry Bowman; daughter, Emily Sipa of Vilonia; bonus children, Joshua (Jennifer) Bowman and Audra (Brian) Earnheart of Jonesboro; grandchildren, Raegan Bowman, Olivia Bowman, Weston, Marshall and Walker Earnheart; brother, Tim Collins of Mt. Ida; and her beloved cat, Bogart.
A memorial service will be held on February 6, 2026, 10:00 AM, at Blessed Sacrament, 1107 E. Highland Dr., Jonesboro, with Father Cody Eveld officiating.
Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 9:00 AM.
The family would like to thank the caregivers and nursing staff at Woodbriar Nursing Home and Dr. Vonda Houchin for their love and medical care for Cheryl.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Cheryl's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas, Place, Memphis, TN, 38105
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8 Condolence(s)
Lisa Ainsworth Carson
Friday, February 6, 2026
Family & Friends,
We sent our deepest condolences, prayers, & love to each of you. Our families were best friends growing up in Harrisburg & our parents playing cards most Saturday evenings in our small community. Cheryl & Tim were a close friends & I have many great memories of ballgame, concerts, & band trips. I was lucky to visit & chat with Cheryl at Woodbrier this past summer. I'll always be grateful for those memories.
Arms Around You,
Lisa Ainsworth Carson
Terry Finley
Thursday, February 5, 2026
I'm so sorry little brother,
I can't tell you how bad this hurts my heart.
You take care Gary!!!
I love u like my brother...❣
Jerry Darr
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
So sorry for your loss Garry. I know you will miss your wife badly. The last time I saw you I knew it was just a matter of time. Much love to you and all of the family. So sad to lose loved ones. I know she will be missed by many people.
Danny & Fiorina Davis
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
So sorry for your loss Gary, Danny & Fiorina Davis
Wayne King
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
So sorry about Cheryl
Wanda koelling
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
When I started working at the health department, I met your mom, she was a well put together lady!! Nice, sweet and treated me well!! I am sorry, and I know you will miss her!!
Wanda koelling
Johnita Faulkner
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Praying for you and your family during this time Garry 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kathy Smith
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
I am saddened at the loss of a dear friend. Cheryl and I worked closely together for many years @ AR Dept of Health. I cherish memories of our time both at work and personal time. We shared happy and sad times and I’m forever grateful for our friendship. Loving you always dear one.