George Bowling, age 78, of Grass Lake, MI, passed away on April 3, 2021 at his daughter’s home, under the care of Elara Hospice. He was born in Pikeville, KY on June 9, 1942, son of Joe Jack and Mildred (Hensley) Bowling. He married Nancy, and she preceded him in death.
George was a General Motors security guard—retiring after 32 years of service, a church bus driver, and a school bus driver for Estill County Schools of Irvine, KY. He was known for being very personable, and as one who brought many to the Lord. George made a difference in the world; he loved humanity and helping people, and always saw the good in everyone. He never met a stranger, as all were friends no matter what. Family, faith, and friends were his focus, and the love of his life was Nancy, his wife.
He is survived by his children, Judy (Kevin) Siebeneicher, Donna Jean Whitaker, Daniel Perry Bowling, Amy Joe (Arron) Bowling-Higgins, and Jackie Lynn (Johnnie) Patrick; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren plus one on the way; stepmother, Lucille Bowling; and sister-in-law, Michelle Bowling. In addition to his wife, Nancy, George was predeceased by grandchildren, Brandon Higgins and Jackson Lee; brother, Junior Bowling; and son-in-law, Shayne Whitaker.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. as well as 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, MI. Funeral directors are following current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services guidelines for COVID-19; those attending will be instructed accordingly, and masks must be worn. Burial is private. Expressions of sympathy may be made directly to the family.
