Dr. Henry B. Bowman

Dr. Henry B. Bowman September 26, 1949 - August 31, 2026 Just shy of his 77th birthday, Henry went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday Aug.31, 2026. While fishing the South Jetties in Galveston Texas, surrounded by calm water, bird calls and a peaceful vista he saw the face of Jesus. A native Houstonian, Henry graduated from Lamar High School in 1967. He furthered his education at the University of Houston earning a degree in History and Geography. He was a Reservist in the United States Air Force and went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery from The University of Texas Dental School. Henry had a successful private dental practice for almost 50 years and just recently retired. He enjoyed life by fishing Galveston Bay, tending his garden/pepper harvest, eating dozens of oysters in New Orleans, cooking as many fattening meals as possible and spending time with his fur babies, Sylvester, Patches and Ricky. Henry was preceded in death by his precious son, Jackson Bowman (2001); his parents, Edna and Malcolm Bowman; brother, Jim Bowman and sister-in-law Barbara Conaway Cook. Henry is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Susan Pontello Bowman; daughter, Blair Bowman and fiancé, Matt Saccone. He also leaves behind brother, George Bowman (Linda); sister, Maryann (Roy) Glasscock, Diane and Dennis Boyd, David Cook, Dorothy and Ted Serna and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Proud to serve as Pallbearers are Brett Berly, Dennis Boyd, Blake Conaway, Court Conaway, Matt Saccone and Ted Serna. Honorary Pallbearers are David Cook and Gerry McKinnon. A visitation with the family will begin at 9:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Houston’s First Baptist Church, 7401 Katy Frwy 77024, in Houston, Texas. If desired, please wear your favorite fishing shirt! Henry will be laid to rest in a private interment service at Forest Park Westheimer in Houston, Texas. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to KHCB radio station (https://KHCB.org) or the Coastal Conservation Association of Texas (https://ccatexas.org). Please reference in memory of Henry Bowman. Please {CLICK HERE]https://www.facebook.com/groups/449493816484915 to view the livestream of the funeral service. *“Pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."* ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18

Dr. Henry B. Bowman

September 26, 1949 - August 29, 2026