Shirley Louise Bowen

Shirley L. Bowen, age 85, of Mapleton, died on January 18, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Mankato. 

Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at United Church of Mapleton. Visitation will be Thursday from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be at a later date at Union Cemetery, Mapleton. Mankato Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Shirley was born on November 14, 1939 in Adams, MN to Henry and Ella (Hatle) Himebaugh. She graduated from Adams High School in 1957. Shirley then graduated from Winona State University with a degree in Elementary Education. On July 28, 1968, Shirley was united in marriage to Larry Bowen. Shirley taught in elementary schools in Goodhue and Blue Earth. She also worked at Country Neighbors in Mapleton. Shirley was involved with circle at United Church and part of the quilting group. She enjoyed gardening. 

Shirley is survived by her son, Joseph (Jenny) Bowen; grandson, Miles Bowen; sister, Judy (Luvern) Hanson; brother, Dale (Thelma) Himebaugh; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Larry.