Mr. Walter "Walt" Vester Bowman age 79, passed away peacefully in the evening on September 14, 2026, in Rural Hall, NC. He was born June 26, 1947, in Stuart, Virginia to the late Mr. James Ernest Bowman and Mrs. Luetta France Bowman.

He graduated from Carver High school in Winston-Salem, NC. Walt went into the army in July of 19 6 6 where he was an Engin eer Equipment Repairman. From there he

fought in the Vietnam War and received an honorable discharge.

Employment after the military included a position at R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company in Winston-Salem, NC, where he served thirty-one (31) years as a forklift operator in the shipping department and retired in 2003.

Walt had many relishing moments of laughter and shared many jokes with his family and friends. H e had deep unapologetic love for his family. Walt will be remembered

for his swag because he loved to dress. He dressed ba d to the bone because he was a rolling stone. H e was cool and confident and had his own personal style. Walt

like d his cars stylish and shiny like they came off the showroom floor.

Among his other ancestors, he was preceded in death by his parents. Three brothers: James Jr., William (Pat), Raleigh, and Aaron (Betty) Bowman. Two sisters: Mildred Bowman and Pauline (Thurmond) Williams.

Those who remain to cherish his memories include his three sons: Kevin Mitchell, Chris Bowman, and Michael (Kimberly) Bowman. One daughter: Tatum Brimmer. His beloved grandchildren: JaVhon Brimmer, Kaylin and Tyler Bowman, Royal Prince Carter, and Hartley Brimmer. Two brothers: Nathaniel (Carolyn) and Bobby Bowman. A special sister Vicki Gray. Two sisters-in-law: Blanche Bowman and Almeta Bowman; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Public viewing will be from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service 3:00 PM Sunday, September 20, 2026 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. The family will receive friends thirty-minutes prior to service. Interment in Salisbury National Cemetery.