The world bids farewell to Barbara Jean Bowen (West Allis, Wisconsin), born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, departing on April 22, 2026 at the age of 78. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Jean Bowen to show support.
As Barbara departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Barbara may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Barbara leaves behind.
She is survived by: her children, Paula Levy, Christopher Schwartz Sr., Kevin Schwartz and Tricia Bowen; and her siblings, Bonnie Fluegge, Billy Winchell, Ray Winchell and Ricky Winchell.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Studz Pub (6833 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53214).