John Cowan

Obituary of John Cowan

COWAN, John “Jack” Peter: A resident of Chatham, Jack Cowan (1923-2007) died peacefully at his home on Friday, June 15, 2007 with his loving family by his side. Born in Tilbury East Township, son of the late Alberto and Vera (McLeod) Cowan. Devoted husband of Patricia “Pat” (Gates) with whom he celebrated 60 years of marriage. Beloved father and friend to Claudia and John Kearns and John R. and Sharlene Cowan, all of Chatham and predeceased by two sons, Robin (stillborn) in 1955 and Kevin in 1963. Beloved “Pop” to his grandchildren, Jason Kearns of Chatham, Shaun Kearns of London, Tara Demakos of London, Melanie and Joe Poulin and Adam and Nicholas Cowan, all of Chatham. Special “Great-Pop” to Paris and Denver Poulin and Ella Demakos. Brother of Dorothy Fysh of Leamington and predeceased by Miles Cowan in 1992. Brother-in-law, Frank Gates of Leamington and his late wife Eleanor (May 18, 2007) and sister-in-law to Margaret Cowan of Tilbury and Gloria McClain of London. Several loved nieces, nephews and “greats” survive. Jack was employed for 35 years at International Harvester of Chatham. He was a devoted Toronto Maple Leaf Fan and a friend to all who knew him. Friends will be received at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Monday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 19, 2007 from the Funeral Home with The Rev. John Hodgins of Holy Trinity Anglican Church officiating. Interment Stewart Cemetery, Tilbury East. In lieu of flowers, donations, made by cheque, to the Chatham Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

Visitation

Monday, June 18, 2007 3:00-5:oo & 7:00-9:00 p.m. McKinlay Funeral Home Chatham

Funeral Service

11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 19, 2007 McKinlay Funeral Home Chatham

Memorial Donations

Canadian Cancer Society
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