Delma Morris Bowling, 86, of Doraville, GA passed away Oct 22, 2020. He was self-employed and retired owner & operator from both Buford Hwy Auto Sales and Clippers Barber Shop.
He is survived by sons, James Richard (Barbara) Bowling, Monticello, GA. and Michael Dwayne Bowling, Doraville, GA.; daughter, Lisa Harward, Hoschton, GA., and their sister, Billie Brown; grandchildren, James Richard Bowling Jr., Tacoa Bowling, Jason Bowling, Jennifer Bowling, Keisha Rollin, Melissa Harward, Jacob Harward, John Michael Bowling, Jonah Bowling; brothers, Bill Bowling, Atlanta, GA and Harold Bowling, Southaven; numerous nieces and nephews, and his cat, Wacky.
He was a devoted father, loyal to his family and many friends. He was a survivor, storyteller, jokester, tradesman, strong man, cowboy, a going and a doer, one of a kind honest man – his word and handshake were all that were needed, the rock in the family that everyone turned to, the provider. He was all of those, but remained oh so humble and kind. All who knew him respected and loved him. He was born in Coffeeville, but after serving in the Army during the Korean War he settled in Ypsilanti, MI where he met his wife and mother of his children, Charlene Blakely. Later moving to Hoschton, GA, he joined his older brothers, Dale and Tommy, cutting hair and living in ‘the country’. Once his children were adults, he moved to Doraville, where he lived for the last 40 years.
He was preceded in death by Charlene Blakely Colwell, his ex-wife and lifelong friend; beloved daughter, Dianna Lynn Bowling Sutton; parents, Leo and Clara Bowling; brothers, Tommy and Dale Bowling; sisters, Mabel Armour, Kathon Prewitt, Eloise Head and Elizabeth Lowe.
His graveside service was Monday at East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service LLC, Lawrenceville, GA has been entrusted with the arrangements.