Obituary: Christina Jewell Bowsman

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home

Christina Jewell Bowsman, age 75 of Salem, Indiana passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:09 am, in Baptist Health Floyd New Albany.

Born January 19, 1950 in Bedford, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late James Ira Goen and Elizabeth Triphinia (Blevins) Goen.

 “Christina dedicated 37 years of compassionate service to Salem Crossing, formerly known as Heritage House, where she began her career on February 1, 1989. As the very first person hired, she proudly wheeled the facility’s first resident through the doors—a moment that marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to care. Serving as the laundry and housekeeping supervisor, Christina took immense pride in her work and was known for the deep, genuine relationships she built with residents over the years. Her dedication, warmth, and attention to detail left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.”

She was baptized at Mill Creek Baptist Church, had been a life resident of Washington County and loved gardening in her free time, going yard selling, reading books, and spending time with her puppies.

She married Woodrow Davidson, who passed away June 16, 1973.

On November 25, 1988 she married Paul Allen Bowsman, who passed away January 12, 2022.

Survivors include: Son: Jimmy (Gina) Davidson of Salem, Indiana; Sister: Brenda (Jerry) Rice of Oneida, Kentucky; Stepson: Rod (Lori) Back of Salem, Indiana; Stepdaughter: Melissa (Chuck) Hubbard of Salem, Indiana; Grandson: Matthew (Brittany) Davidson; Granddaughter: Amber (Matthew) Brickey; Grandson: Dalton (Miranda) Morris; Granddaughter: Courtney (Adam) Losson; Grandson: Tyler (Mariah) Hubbard; Granddaughter: Shelbie (Shaun) Lehman; Granddaughter: Makayla (Dillon) Back; Fur Babies: Roxy & Sawyer and 26 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by son, Jeffrey Davidson & daughter, Velisha Darlene Davidson.

Funeral Service: 2:00 pm Tuesday at Dawalt Funeral Home with Jerry Rice officiating.

Visitation: 10 am to 2 pm on Tuesday.

Interment at Blue River Friends Cemetery Salem, Indiana.