Patrick Nicholson Bowling, 63, of Ocala, FL died suddenly December 1, 2018 at West Marion Community Hospital due to an unexpected illness.

Patrick, the oldest son of Robert N.(deceased) and Kathryn Bowling, was born and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. After graduating from Falls High School, Patrick enlisted in the U.S. Army (Dec. 1973). Patrick served for 6 years, in both Korea and Hawaii, earning National Defense Service and Good Conduct Medals, and Marksman Badge w/Rifle Bar. He was retired from the army in 1979, on a disability.

Patrick was very passionate about all shooting sports, and was extremely proficient with rifle, pistol and shotgun. Patrick had many close friends.  Whether he was at the local grocery store, the gun range, or welcoming new faces at "The Point" for the annual Labor Day weekend music fest in Loudonville, OH, Patrick's ability to make friends came naturally.  He will be greatly missed by all.

Patrick leaves behind his best friend and wife of 30 years, Joan Bowling (Russo), his mother Kathryn Bowling (Altfather), his two brothers Jeff and Tom Bowling, his mother-in-law Dolores Sparrow, brother/sister in laws, Patrick and Susan Russo, William and Cheryl Russo, Anne Aprigliano (Russo) and Carol Pollock (Russo).

He will be cremated and interred at a Federal Veteran's Cemetery.  A Celebration of Life gathering will be planned in the near future. Those who desire may make a donation to www.fisherhouse.org to help support families of injured servicemen.