Vera Whisnant Bowman, 77, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on December 29, 1948, Vera was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who spent her life sharing love, faith, and kindness with all who knew her. Vera was married to Chester Bowman for many years, and together they built a family rooted in love and devotion. She worked in various administrative roles throughout her career, spending many years with Intercraft and Associated Packaging. Vera was known for her dedication and strong work ethic, but it was her unwavering commitment to her family and her faith that truly defined her. A faithful member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Vera was an active participant in the church choir and found great joy in sharing her love of music with others. Her passion for the Lord and her faith in Him were central to her life. Vera’s greatest joy came from watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren thrive. She delighted in attending their activities, whether it was cheering at a baseball game or watching dance performances. Above all, Vera’s favorite title was “Nana,” and she embraced her role as a grandmother with deep love and pride.
Vera was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Alice Whisnant, as well as her brothers Fred Jr., Daniel, and James Whisnant, and her sister Ann Kanipe.
She is survived by her loving husband, Chester Bowman; children Andrew Sigmon, Anita McMillan (Darryl), and Angela Johnson (John); grandchildren Grace Cartner (Damon), Zoe McMillan (Alyssa), Katelyn Corcoran (Marco), Ian McMillan (Alexandria), Jordan Thompson (Zachary), and Taylor Johnson; and great-grandchildren Hayden Sigmon, Luca, Nash, and Annie Kate Cartner, Alice, Wickham, and Charlotte Thompson, L. Ray, Annabelle, and Hayes McMillan, and Millie, Jack, and Evan Corcoran, as well as Mila McMillan. She is also survived by brothers, Ted, Joe and Jerry Whisnant, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather for a visitation at Troutman Funeral Home, 345 N. Main Street, Troutman on Saturday, February 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. A service to celebrate Vera’s life will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1950 Salisbury Hwy., Statesville, on February 8 at 2 p.m., with burial to follow at Grace Lutheran Church, 4536 Hickory-Lincolnton Hwy., Newton, N.C. Family and friends are invited to gather to remember a woman whose love for family and faith touched many lives.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice in Vera’s memory. Vera’s love for her family, her Lord, and her community will forever live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.
Arrangements for Vera are in the care of Troutman Funeral Home.