Edwin & Jan Bowman have been farming in Chautauqua
County since they got out of college in 1974. They have
lived on their farm north of Peru since 1977. In October of
this year, they are looking forward to celebrating their
50th wedding anniversary.
Edwin & Jan’s family consists of a daughter,
Doran Leigh, son-in-law, Chris and granddaughter, Allyson,
of Wabaunsee County, Kansas.
Edwin served on the Chautauqua Co Fair board for several
years, retiring in 2014. He still serves on RWD #4 Board.
Jan has served on various
community boards over the years and is currently on the
board of Kansas Farm Management SE region, as well as the
treasurer of First Christian Church of Sedan.