Ernest Arthur Bowman

  Ernest Arthur Bowman, 64, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.   Ernie was born on November 3, 1953 in Sandpoint, Idaho.  He attended local schools and had worked in construction.  For many years he lived in Pocatello, Idaho, returning to his home in Sandpoint.   Ernie was a wonderful son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.  He was loved by many and will be dearly missed, Ernie loved to fish on Lake Pend Orielle and Mirror Lake with his niece Heather and many dear friends.  He loved basketball and attending Gonzaga games.  He also loved turtles, he collected many turtle figurines.    He was preceded in death by his mother, Georgia Leonard, William F. Bowman, Step father, Leonard Leonard, sisters Connie Bowman, Dixie Nush, and Carol Bowman.    He is survived by this brother Loren Bowman.  Sisters, Karen Martin (Dave), Wilma Cullooyah (Francis) Christina Stigall, Victoria Leach (Glen), Betty Jo Piengleham (Som), and Yolanda Bowman.  Nieces Heather Foster and Amy Nush.  Nephews George Nush and David Nush.  Great Niece Erin “pipsqueek” Olinger.  Along with several other nephews, nieces, cousins, and dear friends.