Jan Bowman of Eldridge will celebrate her 90th birthday on Feb. 20. She was born Feb. 20, 1936, in Lexington, Neb., to Ed and Alma (Elliker) Kreitz, and was the ninth out of 10 children.
She married Ron Bowman on June 19, 1953. Ron and Jan were owners of United Livestock in Maquoketa, and also Bowman Auction Service.
Janet is a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Eldridge. In the past she was a member of the North Scott Athletic Boosters, Music Boosters, PTA President, Boy Scout and Girl Scout leader, Golden Hawk club, Lions Club and American Legion.
Janet has enjoyed many wonderful years with her family and friends. She and Ronnie loved to entertain their card club, many family swim parties and birthday celebrations on their patio. She loved to play the piano, which was self-taught. She also enjoyed her flower gardens.
Her children are Rhonda Brockhouse of rural LeClaire, Steve Bowman of Walcott, Scott (Linda) Bowman of Maquoketa, and the late Sheila Baustian (Roger).
Her grandchildren are Sara, Ryan, Ashley, Brittani, Courtney, Kasey, Brook, Nikki, Erin, Mitchell. A grandson, Tom, is deceased.
She also has 17 great-grandchildren.
Janet would love to receive cards at Grand Haven Retirement at 201 E. Franklin Street, Unit 512, Eldridge, IA 52748.
HAPPY 90th MOM!!