Dean A. Bowman, 51, of New Tripoli, died Sept. 12, 2012, in Lehigh Valley Hospital Salisbury Township, after being stricken at home.

He and his wife, Karen L. (Andrews) Bowman, celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary June 7.

Born July 18, 1961, in Allentown, he was the son of the late Fred A. and Betty L. (Feinour) Bowman.

He was a machinist at United Service Co., New Tripoli, for the last 31 years.

He was an avid hunter and block shooter.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by children, Thomas J. and Kristy L., both of Kempton; sisters Linda L. of New Tripoli, Suzanne L. of Germansville, Stephanie D. Krupansky of Exton; and grandchildren, Michael and Brianna.

Expressions of sympathy may be recorded at heintzelmancares.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 196, Schnecks-ville, PA 18078-0196.

Arrangements made by Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., Schnecksville.