Michael H. Bowman, Sr.
April 27, 1955 - April 17, 2026
Michael H. Bowman, Sr., age 70, of Middletown, DE, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Wilmington, DE on April 27, 1955, he was a son of the late Earl Bell and Mary (Shetzler) Bowman, Sr. Michael spent the majority of his career working at American Mirrex in Delaware City for 28 and half years. In his later years, he was employed by the Town of Middletown as a municipal worker. Michael was a life member of the Volunteer Hose Company in Middletown and a free mason at Lafayette Lodge No. 14 in Wilmington.
Michael was an avid sports fan; on any given day you could always catch him watching any and all sports. Though, his heart never strayed far from his beloved San Francisco 49ers. Michael loved to spend time and play cards with lifelong friends on Friday nights that on occasion, turned into early Saturday mornings. He enjoyed spending time with family at the beach for many years. Most recently, Michael spent the majority of his time with his two grandchildren, Maycee and Hunter, who he deeply loved and adored.
In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Diamelen Sue (Bolyard) Bowman; brother, Earl Jr.; sisters, Brenda, Cathy, and Patti; and brothers-in-law, Kenneth Jr. and Phillip Bolyard. He is survived by his sons, Michael H. Bowman Jr. (Katie), and Brad Bowman; brother, Kevin Bowman (Peggy); brothers-in-law, Donald Bolyard Sr. (Sandy) and Tony Smith; 2 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 12 pm on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 12 pm. Interment will be held privately, as he will be laid to rest in West Virginia, alongside his wife.
Carol Dixon
I’m sorry for your loss Michael ,Brad. I had a mild stroke I am just getting back on my feet. He will be missed and always in our hearts. I loved your dad he was a great and wonderful Uncle to me. Love Carol Ann Dixon
Robin Shetzler
Mike and I had a lot of good times in our early years going to White Crystal Beach every Friday and Saturday night drinking bullfrogs in the parking lot. Over the later years we would meet at fires when Odessa Fire Co. and Volunteer Hose would assist each other. Mike would be an everyday presence on the streets of Middletown working for the town, he always would throw his hand up when you blew the horn, I will miss that about him. He was a good friend and relative to me. He will be sorely missed by everyone, Rest in peace brother I will miss seeing you.
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Lloyd Slacum Jr
So sorry for the families loss. I worked with Mike at American Mirrex. He was a very good person.
Roland & Joyce Timmons
So sorry for your loss. Mike was a good
Person and friend. He will be missed by all.
Chuck and Donna Gruwell
We extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends who are mourning the loss of Michael. We have many fond memories of family gatherings with Michael and Diamelen. Rest in peace, our friend.
Chuck and Donna Gruwell
Captain Ronald Davis Jr.
I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to the Bowman Family. I only knew Michael from work. He was always very pleasant and friendly. He was always one of the hardest working people I know. God is going to get a good one. Bless the family and provide them with courage and strength during their time and need.