Adele “Granny” Bowling, 86, of Fremont, OH passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Eden Springs Assisted Living, Green Springs, OH. She was born May 12, 1932 in Lambert, MS to Curtis and Adell (Strong) Lee.
Adele married James E. Conley and he passed in 1965. She then married Percy L. Bowling and he preceded her in death in October of 1996.
Adele worked at Singer Controls for thirteen years. She was a member of First Baptist Missionary Church where she served as a Board Member for thirty-two years and as an Usher. She was also a member of Sanctuary Church for eighteen years. Adele was a Foster Parent for over 150 children and a longtime daycare provider.
Adele is survived by her children, Mary Hall and James E. (Deb) Conley both of Fremont, OH; daughter-in-law, Cynthia Conley; brother, Martin “Joe” Lee, Fremont, OH; sisters, Clover B. Liggins, Fremont, OH and Frances Jackson, Fostoria, OH; twelve grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, James E. Conley and Percy L. Bowling; son, Bishop Mark L. Conley; siblings, Frank Lee, Curtis Lee, Floyd Lee, Alice Gunn, Laura Lee and Annie Bailey.
Visitation: Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH
Service: Thursday, August 30, 2018; 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Missionary Church, 1697 Dickenson St., Fremont, OH with an hour of visitation prior to the service at the church.
Burial: Oakwood Cemetery
Memorials: First Baptist Missionary Church
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Chari Mullen
Enjoy yourself in heaven my love 🙂
Christine Harrell
My deepest sympathy to the Conley family, friends and spiritual children. May God comfort and bring peace as the Matriarch rest in Heaven. I wish I could come on Thursday but I can’t make it but my heart and prayers are with you all.
Min Christine Harrelll
Bishop and Lady Robert L. and Joyce M. Jones
For the two of us, we cannot think of her and a smile come upon our face. The latter years of her life we had the supreme gift to really come to know her. To her family and friends, rest assure in this one MAJOR fact, that she was prepared to join the ONE who loved her best.
Stephanie Martin
Aawww, Granny! They had just announced in Church where you were and I had planned to go visit around 6. That’s okay…I just wanted to tell you I loved you and to thank you for being such a great babysitter to my daughter Jaime. I was so young, and you were such a wonderful caregiver and helpful to me. We had such a great conversation when you came back to First Baptist!! No more pain, no more suffering..Rest on Granny, Rest on!
Melinda Bailey
Rest in heaven my precious aunty I am so heavy hearted to know that I Will never get to hear you’re voice.get the best conversation my needs.but I know you the went through them golden Gates of heaven and you accomplish.the most you was the foundation of our family.auntie you Will be very so much missed so fly that beautiful Lil White dove and Tell my momma I did it I’m not gonna let y’all down thank you for everything my auntie/momma see you on The other side of them Golden Gates I Know this is what you wanted I’m at peace with you’re peace when I Saw you Saturday love you auntie
Mary Freeman
Adele you were wonderfull and a heart of gold. Will miss your smile and generous nature for always helping where ever you were needed. Michael remember the parade downtown we all watch together I’m keeping your family in my prayers at night. RIP
Malonna
That was my granny
Pam Conley
Love you, Granny. I know you’re dancing and praising Jesus…pain free! Until we meet again. ❤️
Balinda Lemley
Come and go with me, to my father’s house is all I can hear right now. The place where I know there is love and peace. Thank u for always being there for us. I appreciate every moment we shared together. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts. We love u Granny, Balinda, Isaiah and Shabria.
Dallas Leake
Deepest sympathy to the families. God ZZbBless
Diane Sheets
I am so sorry for your loss but excited for Granny to receive her rewards from Jesus!!
She was a fine example of LOVE❤️❤️
Beverly Simms
You were the last of the “Second Street” gang of people who helped play a major role in our upbringing. We were yours and you were ours. Then later in life you became my son’s babysitter. I loved and respected the way you introduced God to your many foster kids. You were totally human….mean when necessary, but loving through it all. You will never know how much you influenced my life with your love and kindness. enjoy the Lord and don’t wait on us…get your praise on.
MARY GAMBLE
To family of Adele Bowling,
May you know the love and peace you so richly deserve. God said He would wipe all tears away and give you rest. I treasure all the memories gained from years of love and gratitude. May you have eternal peace.
Love always,
Mary Gamble
Natalie Snyder
Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Love and miss you .
T.K
I am so sorry for your loss.May you take comfort in knowing your not alone and God will make you firm and strong during this time.
Revelation 21:3,4.
Larissa Simpson
Aunt Adele you where an important part of my life. I can never think of a time you weren’t smiling or embracing me and my babies with love. Though you are not here with us physically your legacy as the head of this whole family speaks to what a wonderful gift you will always be to us.
Love you
Larissa, Maleeshia,Champree and Najayee
charlene fisher
Mrs Adele, a very nice lady! Easy to laugh and talk to. Always well dressed and looking good!
We, Sam & Petie’s Kids offer you our heartfelt sympathy. We love each and everyone in this family! Thru Uncle Joe you all became our family!
Much love to you,
The Davis family
Johnnie Freeman
Our heart breaks a little on today, but we know she is in the presence of the Lord. It was good to know Mother Granny she left a legacy that will not be forgotten.
The Freeman’s Family (Johnnie Freeman-Former Deacon @Sanctuary Baptist Church)
Pamela Kindle
So sorry for you lost. Holy Spirit comfort you all.
The Kindle Family
Margie A. Thomas-Hagins
My prayers to you and your family. You have been an awesome daughter/ granddaughter. May the Love of God rest upon you. May the peace out God surround you! And His comfort forever present.
Love Elder Margie Thomas-Hagins
Victoria Bowling
Please accept my condolences,
Jaiden
Two Years since you left us, I still think about you,but you are in the hands of the Lord,R.I.P