Rev. Richard Hausber Bowling, Sr.

Calvary Cemetery
Old Calvary, Block 77, Lot E, Space 9
(September 14th, 1864 – July 26th, 1913)

Rev. Bowling was the pastor of Norfolk’s First Baptist Church, located on Bute Street. He served as pastor from 1890-1913, and was the driving force behind the construction of the church’s impressive current structure. According to the Norfolk Journal and Guide, he had a reputation as one of “Virginia’s outstanding ministers”. After his death in 1913, his former congregation erected a large granite monument next to his grave in Calvary Cemetery. They also erected a monument to his wife, Lallie (1869-1905) next that of her husband. Their son, Richard H Bowling Jr, succeeded him as pastor and remained in this position for the next 40 years.

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LATE REV. RICHARD BOWLING HONORED IN FINE MEMORIALS
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Aug 1, 1925;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. 6

Brother Of Rev. Bowling Dies In N. Y. C.
New Journal and Guide (1916-2003); Mar 12, 1938;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. 19

Progress of the "Y" In Norfolk Through 35 Years of Existence
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Oct 13, 1923;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. 7

THE GREAT INTERDENOMINATIONAL UNION REVIVAL
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Aug 21, 1926;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. 6

Biographical information provided by Norfolk Bureau of Cemeteries.

Visitor Information

Visitor Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Office hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Free parking inside cemetery.

Admission Cost: Free

Address: 1600 St. Julian Ave., Norfolk, VA 23504

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