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My son Sam and I enjoyed meeting Ieuan at the Zoo. He even gave top tips on the best seats for the train! He always had a smile to greet us. Jan Kenner-Lee (Ron's daughter) xxx
It is with immeasurable sadness that we have to share the news that David Ieuan Bowen passed away on the 11th of August. His passing has come as a shock to us and we are trying to understand this new normal.
With a personality that could make anyone feel loved and welcome, the world has become a little bit sadder.
David, or as many knew him as Ieuan, was a devoted husband, loving father, annoying little brother. caring uncle, brother in law, proud godfather and friend.
Throughout his life Ieuan experienced many lives, the Air Training Corps, the Fire Service, Male Voice Choir, and one of the founders / directors of Heritage Funerals.
His passion for animals led him in the last few years to be a valuable volunteer at Whipsnade Zoo but it wasn't just the animals he loved, he also loved chatting to everyone and sharing the photos he had taken with people.
Each of these held a special part to him and he touched the lives of all those he met, always with a smile, a joke and a 'how are you sweetheart'.
Out of all Ieuan's accomplishments, it was his family he was most proud of, Mum and I were without question the centre of his world but he always had time for his his wider family whenever the occasion arose including his Niece, Nephews, Great Nephew and Nieces and his Godchildren. Ieuan loved telling anyone who would listen about the accomplishments of his family and would share every photo with pride.
We want to celebrate Ieuan's life, and would ask anyone in attendance to wear what they feel most comfortable in however, red wouldn't be a bad idea as did you know he was Welsh?!? he may have mentioned it once or twice.
Flowers or donations to Harefield Hospital are welcome (please see link on the top right hand side of this page.
We would be most grateful if you could share any memories and photo's you may have of this unique man below and if you plan on joining us on the day to celebrate his life, please click the 'I am attending button'
Thank you for your kindness, and the support we have received so far, and in advance for all the support we will need in the months and years to come.
Sam & Rosemary
My son Sam and I enjoyed meeting Ieuan at the Zoo. He even gave top tips on the best seats for the train! He always had a smile to greet us. Jan Kenner-Lee (Ron's daughter) xxx
Ieuan with a miners lamp from Snowdown Choir with whom we sang in glorious joint concerts. I met Ieuan through the choir and he kindly introduced me to the funeral business where I worked for a number of years. I am very grateful. Jon Hind.
I really can't express how important this man was to me, as a young person. we met through the ATC, he was a guiding force who inspired me to be greater and taught me that there are no limits! Thank you Dave for everything you gave me, I will miss you x
My son Sam and I enjoyed meeting Ieuan at the Zoo. He even gave top tips on the best seats for the train! He always had a smile to greet us. Jan Kenner-Lee (Ron's daughter) xxx
Ieuan with a miners lamp from Snowdown Choir with whom we sang in glorious joint concerts. I met Ieuan through the choir and he kindly introduced me to the funeral business where I worked for a number of years. I am very grateful. Jon Hind.
29th June 1974
Wedding day celebrations
I really can't express how important this man was to me, as a young person. we met through the ATC, he was a guiding force who inspired me to be greater and taught me that there are no limits! Thank you Dave for everything you gave me, I will miss you x
Ffarwel i Ieuan, cefnder annwyl dros ben. Bydd hiraeth mawr ar dy ol di. Farewell dearest cousin Ieuan. There will be a deep longing at your passing.
David was such a loved and respected volunteer at Whipsnade Zoo. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Santa Wales
With the other Ieuan x
Teaching magic tricks ❤️
Snookered at the con club
Wing ball special braces.
Fun times with Dave at snooker an being a close friend to Darren and Me, David Reavell. We will miss you.
What a fantastic man Taff was, he will be missed by all that knew and had the pleasure of meeting him
Bedfordshire FRS Course 1/90
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