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Stella Louise Cox Bowman

Columbus, KS

July 11, 1948 - January 11, 2024

Jul 11, 1948 - Jan 11, 2024

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stella Bowman, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Born on July 11, 1948, Stella went home on January 11, 2024 with her daughter Trish & granddaughters Ashley & Samantha by her side, leaving behind a legacy of love, care, and vivacious spirit.

Stella is survived by her children; William Douglas Prater, Thomas Prater, and Patricia Rogers & Spouse Liberty Rogers. Her grandkids: Ashley Blevins & JJ, Samantha Perry, Dakota Gifford & Dani, Delta Prater, China Altaffer, Emily Prater, Benjamin Prater, Thomas Prater Jr., and Austin Prater. And her siblings; Loretta Higgs, Wesley Cox, and Dale Otis Cox.

She was greeted in heaven by her father, Sylvester Cox; her mother, Nellie Cunningham Cox; her ex-husband & children's father, Cecil Prater; and her siblings: Pat Cox Downing, Robert Cox, Johnny Cox, Walter Cox, Mike Cox, and Larry Cox.

An outgoing, outspoken woman full of life, Stella had an infectious enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest. Her favorite activities included playing Paper Bingo, going to the Casino, yelling "Yahtzee!" and spending time outdoors doing anything, particularly enjoying time with her animals, and crocheting.

One of Stella's greatest accomplishments was the love and care she showed to so many people, often opening her home to those in need as well as working in healthcare majority of her life even after being placed on Hospice because she did not want to stop helping others. Her lessons on how to love one another will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Stella's favorite color was red - a fitting testament to her lively and warm spirit. Her philosophy was to live like there is no tomorrow and when that time comes, do not be afraid to go home. This sentiment serves as a reminder of her bravery and her powerful, enduring legacy.

A Celebration of Life for Stella will be held on February 2, 2024 at 2 PM at 6155 NW Sandpiper Ln. In lieu of flowers, consider carrying forward Stella's legacy of kindness and love.

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