Joseph "JoJo" Arthur Bowles, Jr., 66, of La Plata, MD, peacefully passed away on May 3, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. JoJo was born on April 11, 1958, in Charles County, MD.

After graduation, he worked in construction as a carpenter and performing all types of home improvement projects. He enjoyed what he did for a living and continued to work on side projects up until he passed.

JoJo was blessed with two children, Joseph "Joey" Bowles of Mechanicsville, MD, and Charity Bowles of Waldorf, MD.

In his free time, JoJo enjoyed going fishing, oystering, being out on the boat, and making homemade wine and eggnog. To JoJo, life was one big party and he enjoyed every minute of it. Whether it was the tranquility of a quiet day on the water or the laughter-filled gatherings with friends and family, JoJo embraced every moment with gratitude and a contagious zest for life. His enthusiasm was infectious, spreading a sense of celebration wherever he went, turning even the simplest of moments into cherished memories.

JoJo was predeceased by his father Joseph Bowles, Sr. He is survived by his children, mother Peggy Bowles of La Plata, MD, sisters Sandra Yandell of Faulkner, MD, Crystal Bowles of La Plata, MD, grandchildren Desirae Marshall, Kaden Marshall, Jake Bowles, Abel Marshall, and significant other Joyce "Bootsie" Dent.

On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the family will receive friends for the visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am with the service beginning at 11:00 am at Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Interment will follow at All Faith Episcopal Church Cemetery, 38885 New Market Turner Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Joey Bowles or Charity Bowles.