Emma L. Bowery Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Emma L. Bowery, 82, of Quinton, passed away peacefully at her home on December 10, 2019. Emma could often be found at her home at White Oak Farm cutting grass, which was a favorite pastime. She also loved decorating her home and yard with lights for Christmas. Emma was a long time dedicated member of Emmaus Baptist Church, where she served in many capacities. Emma was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Charles (Buddy) R. Bowery, Sr.; her parents, Irvin and Mary Kirby; two brothers, Marshall Roy and Louis A. Kirby; and a sister, Mary Lou Cauthorne. She is survived by her four children, Cathy Theimer Davis (Vin) of Eltham, Susan Theimer Thomas-Bergerard of Quinton, Charles R. Bowery, Jr., Colonel, U.S. Army, retired (Mary Ann) of Washington D.C., Leighann Bowery of Gordonsville; four grandchildren, Brian, Amy, Everette and Jessica; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Betty Bowery (Bill) of Quinton; and longtime friend and hair stylist for over 40 years, Linda Rose. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, December 14 at Vincent Funeral Home, 9923 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, Va. with interment to follow at Emmaus Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM on Friday, December 13 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Emmaus Baptist Church Youth Fund, or Emmaus Memorial Association: P.O. Box 533, Quinton, Va. 23141. Acknowledgements can be posted online at www.vincentfh.com.

Emma L. Bowery

July 13, 1937 - December 10, 2019