Shirley L. Bowen

March 30, 1936 - October 26, 2018

Shirley L. (Vanaman) Bowen, age 82 of Millville, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 26, 2018 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland. Born in Millville to the late Harry and Marjorie (Adams) Vanaman, she graduated from Millville High School, Class of 1954, and spent most of her life in Millville. For over 25 years, Shirley worked as a Legal Secretary for Steven Neder Law Office in Millville. Prior to that, she worked as a Legal Secretary for Charles Gant Law Office in Millville. Currently, she was working for Van Hook, Robinson, & Co., LLC in Millville for the past five years. In her younger years, Shirley enjoyed dancing and roller skating, and she always had a special love for animals. Shirley will be sadly missed by her sons, William Bowen III and Donald Bowen, both of Millville; four nieces, Shelly, Valerie, Angela, and Erica; her loving cat Samantha; and special friends. She was predeceased by her husband William Bowen II in 1998; her brother Donald Vanaman; and her dogs, Mandy, Sabrina, Candy and Penny. A private memorial service will be at a later date. The family requests memorial donations be made to the family, c/o Christy Funeral Home.