Sherry Lou Bowman, age 63 of Hastings, was called home to the Lord on Monday May 11, 2009 at her residence , with her family at her side. Sherry was born December 28, 1945 in Hastings, the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy (Statsick) Smith. She graduated from Lakewood High School in 1964. Sherry was united in marriage to Harry Bowman December 1, 1967 in Middleville. Her employment was with Lake-Odessa Canning Co. , Keeler Brass in Lake-Odessa and she retired from Hospital Purchasing Services in May of 2007. Sherry loved her family and enjoyed camping. Sherry is survived by her husband, Harry Bowman, 2 sons, Curtis Bowman of Grand Rapids, Benjamin (June) Bowman of Hastings, sisters, Joyce Brinningstaull, Nancy Hershberger of Lake-Odessa, brothers, Larry (Eadith) Smith of Alabama, Gerald Smith of Florida, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Respecting her wishes cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Pennock Hospice or Barry County Relay for Life. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net).