BOWMAN - Marylyn, age 80, passed away peacefully in hospice on July 10, 2019, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of 58 years to Kenneth Bowman. Loving mother of Kenneth Jr. (Gigi), Eileen (Abdou), and Kevin (Frances). Cherished grandmother of Kristen, Briana, Thomas, Juliana, Liam, and Fionn. Devoted sister of Jessie Schwarzman (Jerry) and the late Martha Butler (Samuel). A long-time resident of Great River, Marylyn was a dedicated nurse. She retired from Southside Hospital in 2003 as an Assistant Director of Nursing after a 38 year career. Marylyn was a leader in the development of oncology nursing on LI, and a passionate volunteer who worked with the Islip Breast Cancer Coalition & American Cancer Society. Reposing at Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons, East Islip. Visitation on Monday 2- 4:30 and 7-9:30. Funeral mass, Tuesday, 9:45 am at St. Mary RCC, East Islip. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Marylyn's memory to Islip Breast Cancer Coalition.

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