Carson Blake Bowling, a lively 11-year-old, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, leaving a great emptiness in the hearts of all those who knew him. The town of Fort Payne is in mourning over his demise.
Carson Bowling, who was born on June 14, 2012, was a beloved son, student, and member of the community. His parents, Dean Bowling and Leslie Blevins Bowling, honored him with their presence.
Carson’s abundant energy and contagious smile gave delight to any and all those who were in his immediate vicinity. Although he was in the sixth grade at Cornerstone Christian Academy, he entered each day with a sense of eagerness and a desire to learn new things.
His teachers and students remember him for these qualities. Carson was a dedicated member of Rock Bridge Holiness Church, where he discovered comfort and consolation in his faith. In addition to his academic interests, Carson was also an active member of the church.
Carson’s kind and compassionate character allowed him to make a positive impact on the lives of a great number of people, despite his young age. People in the Fort Payne community are coming together to express their sorrow over the passing of Carson Blake Bowling, and they are doing so with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss.
It is, however, the memories of Carson’s bright grin, his infectious laughter, and the love that he shared with everyone who knew him that provide them with some measure of comfort in the midst of their heartbreak.