Brenda Bowie, 64, of Unionville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023, with family and friends at her side.
Brenda was born on December 4, 1958, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Margaret (Galloway) Austin. Brenda was the youngest of three sisters. She had quite a few adventures with her sisters growing up. She enjoyed riding bikes, fishing, hunting for fresh mushrooms and looking for night crawlers in the Allerton school yard – especially on rainy nights. She was involved in girl scouts and was diligent in working on badges for her sash. Brenda’s family moved many times when she was younger. Brenda attended Wayne Community Schools in Allerton and Corydon, Iowa.
Brenda faced a great deal of adversity as a child and young adult. She had many struggles that carried into her adulthood. Brenda found love, forgiveness and peace from her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a member of Calvary Fellowship Church. Her relationship with Jesus helped her through the toughest times in her life. Brenda met many of her friends during her time at Church.
Brenda moved to Unionville to take care of her mother. Brenda cherished her relationship with her mom. They spent many hours playing games, reminiscing and just laughing.
Brenda had many dear friends and enjoyed spending time with them. They played cards, played foosball, fried up fresh mushrooms, and went to many places together. She adored their pets just as if they were her own. Brenda was also close to her sisters and enjoyed spending time with them. Brenda’s friends and sisters brought such joy to each other, no matter what they were doing. Brenda loved Chinese food and enjoyed eating at various Chinese restaurants with family and friends. Hopefully there’s Chinese food in heaven so that Brenda can enjoy it there too.
The love of Brenda’s life was her puppy that she named Starr Von Diva. Brenda taught Starr to behave – most of the time. When Starr didn’t behave, Brenda sent her to her room just like any child needing a time out. Brenda and Starr went on walks, played tug of war, and played fetch. Starr enjoyed being spoiled by Brenda and will greatly miss her.
As Brenda’s illness worsened, her friends and sisters took great care of her – driving her to appointments, running errands and being by her side at her home. Brenda was grateful for the Putnam County hospital nursing staff. They took excellent care of her during her illness.
Brenda was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Brenda leaves behind daughter Tasha Wycoff (Robbie Gardiner), daughter Tamra Begley, grandson Kolby Begley, granddaughter Kayla Begley, sister Teresa Davis (J.C.) and sister Debi Phillips. Brenda is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
