Thomas "TR" Ray Bowen

Thomas "TR" Ray Bowen Pickens, South Carolina Thomas “TR” Ray Bowen of Pickens, South Carolina, born November 6, 1949, age 75, to the late Guy Ray Bowen and Aileen Smith Bowen, rode off into the sunset on February 15th, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter and adventure. A true country boy at heart. He lived his life on his own terms. Whether it was in his Ford pickup truck on the farm, cruising on his Harley just to feel the wind in his face, kicking back on the beach, playing weekly golf with his Duke Power friends, coaching soccer and travel baseball, or cheering on his beloved Clemson Tigers. He knew how to enjoy the simple pleasures of life! Thomas was a devoted husband of 51 years to his beloved Jeannie, proud “Pops” to his son and best friend Cody, and the most loving “Papa” to his beautiful granddaughter, Savannah Grace. “Gracie” as he fondly called her, was the light of his life. He adored every moment with her and passed down his love of adventure and fun. Tommy and Jeannie shared a special love for Pawleys Island, their favorite getaway year around. It was where they spent summers and winters, dreaming of Cody, taking long walks in the coastal breeze, fishing in the creeks and making lifelong friends. Life delt the two of them one of its hardest blows when they lost Cody at the young age of 30, but Tommy carried his son’s memory in his heart every single day. Now they are reunited once again, riding roads we can’t see yet. Tommy’s sense of humor was as legendary as his storytelling, always bringing smiles and belly laughs to those lucky enough to know him. If there was fun to be had, Tommy was at the center of it, making every moment count. And when football and baseball season rolled around, you could always find him decked in Orange or Purple cheering on his Tigers with pride. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit lives on in every roar of an engine, every ocean breeze and every Clemson victory. “TR” was an IPTAY member for 45 years. Ride free Tommy, we will see you down the road. A Celebration of Life Service will be held this Spring or early Summer at Pickens Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Jeannie asks that you give to the charity of your choice or just watch a sunset and raise a glass in Tommy’s honor. Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Bowen family.

Thomas "TR" Ray Bowen

November 6, 1949 - February 15, 2025