Bessie Marie Bowman, a cherished member of the Havre De Grace community, passed away peacefully from natural causes on November 7, 2024, at her residence in Havre De Grace, MD at the age of 91. Born on March 2, 1933, in Havre De Grace, MD, Bessie was a compassionate and dedicated individual who touched the lives of many during her lifetime.

Bessie's passion for serving her community was evident throughout her career, beginning as a clerk-stenographer at Aberdeen Proving Ground before transitioning to become an APG Fire Department Paramedic in 1985. She served diligently in this capacity until her retirement in 2004, leaving behind a legacy of commitment and excellence in emergency services.

A trailblazer in her own right, Bessie was a Charter Member of the Level Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, a position she held proudly since May 7, 1953. Her unwavering dedication led her to become one of the first females to join the fire company on April 5, 1977, where she rose through the ranks to become a paramedic. Bessie's contributions were exemplary, with her leadership as Ambulance Lieutenant and Captain, as well as earning esteemed top responder awards over the years.

Bessie was also very active in her church, Webster Congregational Christian Church, and enjoyed shopping and gardening.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving son William Bowman, (Beth), son Michael Bowman (Bobbi), grandchildren Jacob Bowman (Michelle), Rachel Johnson (Norm), Kyle Bowman (Vanessa), Mason Klug, April Hall, and Paige and Patrick Brinsfield, great-grandchildren Kaleb Bowman, Miles Johnson, and Emrik Klug, brother Frank Curry (Jackie), and sister Evelyn Mahan (Melvin) and sister-in-law Mitzie Curry.

A viewing will be held on November 11, 2024, from 4:00- 7:00 pm, and on November 12, 2024, from 9:00 Am until 10:00 AM, at Zellman Funeral Home, P.A., 927 Pulaski Highway, Havre de Grace, MD. The funeral service will commence at 10:00 am on November 12, 2024, at the same location. Following the service, Bessie will be laid to rest at 3839 Aldino Road, Aberdeen, MD 21001. Pastor Donnie Smith will officiate.

Bessie will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her community, her pioneering spirit, and the love she showered upon her family. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of service and compassion will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her. May she rest in peace.

Bessie was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Melvin Curry, Sr., and Marie Frances Dudek Curry, husband, William Preston Bowman, siblings, Donald Curry, Charles Melvin Curry, Jr., Roy "Ned" Curry, George Curry, Walter Curry, Helen Hoshall, Marge Burkentine, Elsie Curry, Lillian Curry, and Dorothy "Dot" Worthington.

Online condolences may be made to www.zellmanfuneralhome.com.