John Joseph McGowan
February 17, 1929 - April 8, 2013
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Holmdel Funeral Home
26 South Holmdel Road
Holmdel, NJ 07733
Thursday 4/11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday 4/11, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Service
St. Ambrose R.C. Church
Old Bridge, NJ
Friday 4/12, 10:30 am
Cemetery
Chestnut Hill Cemetery
East Brunswick, NJ
Friday 4/12, 11:30 am

Korean War Veteran John Joseph McGowan – Mr. McGowan, 84, passed away on April 8, 2013. John graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx, NY. He earned a B.S.E.E. from New York University and a MBS through AT&T's Executive Master's Program. John served in the Korean War with the United States Navy as …
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Liza Castillo-Gilbert left a message on April 15, 2014:
Donna & Family, I’m sorry for your loss. I pray that knowing your father is now enjoying God’s glory in heaven will bring you peace. Sincerely, The Castillo-Gilbert Family
Kitty Sauer left a message on April 14, 2014:
To the McGowan family. I would like to offer my condolences to your family on the death of your father. I brought him Communion while he was at the Chelsea and even in that short time I could tell he was a special gentleman. I was on vacation and just heard about your Dad's death today.I will pray for all of you. Kitty Sauer
Pat Downing left a message on April 11, 2014:
Donna, I was very sad to hear about the passing of your Dad. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Shari Jacobs left a message on April 11, 2014:
My condolences to Donna and the other members of Mr. McGowan's family. May you find peace in rememberance of happier days you shared.
Lori and John Maffei left a message on April 11, 2014:
We will miss your Dad. He was a fine gentleman and a good kind man. I will miss his smiling face and warm hello's.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jon Rennie left a message on April 11, 2014:
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time.
Masha Sirota left a message on April 11, 2014:
Donna, I am sorry for your loss. It is always hard to loose loved ones.
Cookie left a message on April 11, 2014:
Dear Donna - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know you will miss him very much and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. cookie
Karen Hood left a message on April 11, 2014:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Diane Langhurst Crosten left a message on April 11, 2014:
We loved your dad and he will be missed very much. He loved talking to my son Jeffrey every time we visited my mom. Jeffrey really enjoyed talking with your dad. He would ask me if we were going to see Mr. McGowan when we went to see my mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sheryl Taylor left a message on April 10, 2014:
Donna and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories help you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sheryl
Rhea Langhurst left a message on April 10, 2014:
Your Dad was my friend and neighbor for over 50 years. He was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Renee Wilson left a message on April 10, 2014:
Liz and Family, I want to extend heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Dad. May God bless you and your family at this most difficult time. Renee Wilson HSS
Heather & Meghan left a message on April 10, 2014:
Liz & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences. Thinking of you, Heather & Meghan Hospital for Special Surgery
Erin Emsworth left a message on April 10, 2014:
Liz and Family, Without doubt, your Dad is now sailing with your Mom. God Bless. Warmest thoughts and Prayers! Erin Emsworth
Mary Reyes left a message on April 10, 2014:
Christine, I am so sorry for your loss. Please rememeber the happy times. Mary
Marilynn Smith left a message on April 10, 2014:
Donna, my prayers are with you and your family. It's never easy to lose a loved one even when you know it will eventually come. I hope knowing that you have friends and co-workers here at IRS that care about you will help ease the sorrow you must feel. Please let me know if there is anything I can do that will make this time a little easier for you.
Christine, Kevin, Brian & James Maine left a message on April 10, 2014:
To the McGowan Family, We pray your hearts find comfort in knowing Mom & Dad are together in glorious celebration with Christ.
Michele Perry and LA Hurst left a message on April 10, 2014:
Our thoughts and prayers are for your family.
Jim & Debbie Keating left a message on April 9, 2014:
My wife and I want to express our condolences to the McGowan family. John was our neighbor and friend for the last 14 years. Every time we walked our dogs(3) and we saw John he always had a smile on his face. He was one of the nicest people we have ever met. May he rest in peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Charles Quattrochi left a message on April 9, 2014:
Mom and I give our condolences to the McGowan Family in the passing of John our wonderful neighbor and friend.
Woolley Boglioli Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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