It is with deep sorrow that we announce The Honourable Eric A. Bowie, Federal Tax Court, Retired, passed peacefully on the morning of July 1, 2019, in his 83rd year, at Ottawa.
He was the beloved and devoted husband of Marilynn (nee Williston); cherished father of Bruce (Jodi Cranswick) and Beth (Mike Turtle); adored grandfather of Alex, Devon, Riley and Erin; beloved uncle of Craig Bowie and Joan Exley. He was pre-deceased by his parents Anthony and Elizabeth (nee Gray), and his brother Ronald.
He will be fondly remembered by extended family, lifelong friends and countless colleagues.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of The University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
Friends and Family are invited to a celebration of his life at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery, and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood, Avenue, Ottawa on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers the family would be pleased to have donations made to: The University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Children's Wish Foundation, Ottawa Food Bank, Scouts Canada - Opemikon Rover Crew or a deserving charity of your choosing.
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Anne-Marie Trahan
Ian Binnie
A terribly hard time for Marylynn and the family, and best wishes for getting through it all. Eric was a delightful friend and companion and his voice will be sorely missed.
Marc Noël
Very sad to hear of Eric’s passing. He was a great lawyer and judge who made a significant contribution to our legal system over the years. I offer my deepest sympathies in my name and on behalf of the judges of the Federal Court of Appeal.
Marc Noël
Grace & Jed
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Always enjoyed you and Eric's visits when you were in N. B. Eric always was a quiet, humble and kind man easy to have in your company.
Frank Iacobucci
A great lawyer, judge, friend and Canadian.
Duff Friesen
Linda and I are so sorry to learn of Eric's passing. I always looked up to Eric as a strong role model and fine character. We extend our condolences to Marilynn and all family members.
Linda and Duff Friesen
Richard Mosley
It was so sad to learn of Eric’s passing soon after seeing him and catching up at the OJEF Spring lunch. Sincere condolences to his family. Regret being unable to attend the service due to traveling abroad.
Konrad von Finckenstein
Eric was an esteemed jurist, great colleague and wonderful friend. He will sincerely be missed by all. My condolences to Marilynn and the family. my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael Kelen
Sheila and I are very sorry to learn of Eric‘s passing . I knew him as an outstanding lawulyer, and learned a great deal from him . I fondly remember a three-week case in Montreal before the federal court. Eric and I would go for a morning run from the Château Champlain hotel( as it was then called) to the cross on top of Mount Royal.
Sincere condolences to Beth, Bruce, and Marilyn .
Mark Jewett
Eric was an outstanding lawyer and collaborative colleague, with a great capacity for exercising sound judgment, often leavened by a dose of sardonic wit. Sincere condolences to Marilynn and family.
Sincere condolences to all the members of the family.
I won’t be able to travel to Ottawa on July 9th but will be there in spirit.