David Ieuan Bowen (8 Jan 1947 - 11 Aug 2024)
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- Location
- The Old Red Lion Bedford Road Houghton Regis LU5 6JR
- Date
- 5th Sep 2024
- Time
- 4.30pm
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
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We are so sad to here of David's passing
We have only just heard. Thinking of you all much love Hank and Debbie
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donated £100 in memory of David
Nos da Ieuan,
with love from Anne and family xxx
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donated £122 in memory of David
Donations kindly received at Ieuan's funeral service, £122.00
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So sorry to hear of Dave's passing, he was my Squadron Leader in the Air Cadets 460 squadron during the late 1970s early 80s. I went on to join the R.A.F. such fond memories of my time in the cadets, we went on lots of annual camps together. Dave promoted me to Corporal and also demoted me for being an idiot!!
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Rest in peace David you have left us with so many lovely memories
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I cannot think of many kinder, funnier or more genuine people that I have ever met. Ieuan’s welcome into his extended family upon marrying his god daughter meant a huge amount to me, and I will never forget his words to me on our wedding day, for which he was a superb Master of Ceremonies. Rest in Peace to a unique and authentic man.x
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donated in memory of David
Wonderful tributes to a lovely man
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donated £30 in memory of David
Wonderful memories of Ieuan. Will miss our Thursday drinks at The Silver Cup.
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donated in memory of David
RIP my friend
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donated £150 in memory of David
Ieuan, many of my childhood memories have you in them. You were such a beautiful, loving, kind man and will be missed sorely. Sending love to you Rosemary and Sam. I will be there today in spirit. Xxx
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donated £20 in memory of David
Words cannot express the immeasurable joy that this man brought to the lives of people privileged to know him. I hope this small token in his memory will help continue his legacy of kindness.
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donated £15 in memory of David
We are all going to miss you buddy.
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is attending the funeral
lit a candle
lit a candle
lit a candle
posted a picture
Here is Uncle Ieuan with his adored niece Angharad (far right) his beloved baby Sam and myself. I shall always cherish this picture and carry him in my heart every day.
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donated in memory of David
Remembering a great character who touched so many lives.
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Our Taff will be sadly missed, specially at the DCC where we spent numerous thursday evenings of laughs and bonne humeur,and trying with little success to play snooker along the way.
He knew everyone, and everyone knew him and loved to have a chat and share a joke with him.
He had a bonhomie wich was contagious to everyone.
We already missed him while he could not come due to illness, and it is difficult to envisage not to see him again, mainly when there is only three of us.
Rest in peace my old Taff from Tenby.
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donated £155 in memory of David
Remembering the kindest, funniest and friendliest gentleman you would ever get to meet. We will miss you greatly.
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Thank you all so much for this amazing donation in David's memory. Both Sam and I are truly grateful for the way you all embraced him, and please know how much you all meant to him and how he so loved his time at the zoo with you all Rosemary and Sam
is attending the funeral and the reception
is attending the funeral
donated £40 in memory of David
In our sorrow, we are left with very fond memories of a dear, caring cousin and family member. Ieuan will be greatly missed by us all - from the youngest to the eldest..
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is attending the funeral and the reception
is attending the funeral and the reception
Here is Uncle Ieuan with his adored niece Angharad (far right) his beloved baby Sam and myself. I shall always cherish this picture and carry him in my heart every day.
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
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