Ada Gwen Casey

Ada Gwen Casey, a beloved soul whose warmth and laughter touched many, passed away peacefully at her home on September 30, 2026. Born in the small town of Mayflower, Arkansas on June 1, 1943, Ada was the cherished daughter of the late Floyd and Sarah Bowen. Ada's life was a testament to her boundless love and dedication to family and community. She was preceeded in death by her loving parents William Floyd Bowen and Sarah Mellie Self Bowen, her daughter Cindy Parkman Baker; 4 sisters, Pearl Omeda Holt, Ola Francis Bowen Nelson, Mattie Imogene Bowen Cochran and Georgia Ruth Bowen Hartlein; 3 brothers, Robert Bowen, James Bowen and George Bowen; 1 daughter-in-law Deborah Sue Parkman; 1 Step-Daughter Rebecca Brizendine and her husband Marvin Brizendine, whom she adored. Ada leaves behind a legacy of love through her surviving family: 1 brother Richard Bowen of Fenton MO; her children: Jimmy Parkman of Bernie MO, Dicky Parkman of Marble Hill, MO, Kathy Parkman Bernie, MO, Timmy Parkman of Dexter, MO, Melvin Brizendine of Dexter, MO, Bryan Brizendine of Montgomery, AL, Christina Brizendine-Howey of Bernie, MO, and Rhonda (Renfro) Brizendine of Cullman, AL Her family was her pride and joy. She found immense happiness in her role as a grandmother to 22 wonderful grandchildren, 63 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren. Ada was a proud graduate of Risco High School, Risco MO. She pursued a career in nursing, where her compassion and care enriched the lives of countless patients for over 25 years. Her quick wit, humor and warm smile were hallmarks of her character, endearing her to friends and strangers alike. Ada's life's journey was filled with moments of joy, laughter, and an unyielding strength that inspired those around her. She embraced each day with gratitude and a spirit of generosity, always ready to lend a hand or share a comforting word. Her legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Ada Gwen Casey will be deeply missed, but fondly remembered by her family, friends and all whose lives she touched. Her memory will always be a blessing to those who had the privilege of knowing her.