Samuel R. Bowman

Born in Pierceville, Kan., to Samuel and Artemeca (Ratliff) Boman,  Samuel grew up on the farm with his 2 brothers and sister. His father sent him to school earlier than usual because he was asking too many questions. He graduated from Lakin High School in Lakin, Kansas at the age of 15. He then attended Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas, which is where he met Mary Ann, a fellow student and the love of his life. He married Mary Ann on June 2, 1947. He entered seminary at Seabury-Western Theological Seminary, Evanston, Illinois. He was ordained a deacon in 1950 for the Diocese of Kansas. He was ordained a priest in 1951 in Wamego, Kansas.

Samuel was a faithful servant, mentor and pastor. Samuel ended his service to the Lord as Pastor Emeritus at Church of the Holy Trinity in Lincoln. Prior to his retirement, Samuel served in many other churches and leadership roles. He was steadfast in his service to the Lord and others. 

His remarkable mind and thirst for knowledge was legendary. He was truly a blessing to the Church, his family and friends. He was a member of the Lincoln West Optimist Club, past president of Nebraska Airstream Club, Lincoln Sail Club and many other organizations.  

Samuel and Mary Ann traveled extensively in their Airstream trailer in their retirement, visiting 49 states and virtually every Canadian province. They were married for 72 years, had 6 children and countless adventures.

Family members include his daughter, Suzanne Martinez, Fort Worth, TX; son, Samuel (Tracy) Boman, Lincoln, NE; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Ann; son, John; daughter, Peggy; twin daughters, Nancy and Judy; great-grandson, Eric Franzen; son-in-law, Tony Martinez; brothers, James and Arthur; and sister, Ardis Novotny.