Jeffrey McGowan (November 25, 1945 - August 14, 2024)

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Jeffrey McGowan
  • November 25, 1945
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  • August 14, 2024

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Jeffrey McGowan, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, at the age of 78. A proud Air Force veteran, Jeff enjoyed a distinguished 37-year career as a realtor, helping countless families find their dream homes. Jeff and his MaryAnn retired to The Villages in Florida where he was an active member of The Villages Dragon Boat Team and found joy in playing pickle ball and golf. His daily morning walks and passion for cars were also central to his life.

Jeff’s greatest legacy is his devotion to his family. He is survived by his cherished wife, MaryAnn, with whom he celebrated 56 years of marriage. His children, Kevin and Elissa of Whitehall, PA, and Karen and Theron Binford of Canton, PA, along with their families, were a source of immense pride. He also leaves behind four grandchildren: Kiana, Theron, Silas, and Ellianna, as well as two great-grandchildren, Leo and Isabella. Additionally, he is survived by his older brother, John McGowan of Whitehall.

Jeff’s warmth, kindness, and enthusiasm for life will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will live on through the many lives he touched and the loving family he leaves behind.

A Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 5323 E. County Road 462, Wildwood, Fl 34785 on September 6, 2024 at 10 am.  A reception will be held in the hall next door from 11-1245.  After lunch Family and friends will be going to Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL 33513 for the burial at 2 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to https://www.stjude.org  or https://www.villageshonorflight.org.

 


Service

Location:
St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church
5323 E. County Road 462, Wildwood, Fl 34785
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Date & Time:
September 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM


Cemetery:
Florida National Cemetery
6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL 33513
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Visitation

Times:
September 6, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:45 PM



Location:
St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church
5323 E. County Road 462, Wildwood, Fl 34785
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Instead of flowers, the family would prefer if you would make a donation to
https://www.stjude.org  or https://www.villageshonorflight.org

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  1. James L Dal Maso says:
    28 Aug 2024
    Real Estate, stories, special auto show (Concours de Elegance", jokes, discussions forever, breakfast and dinner with John and Maryann, "missives from"Everpresent", common military service, hours long lunch at Luigi's. Will miss you terribly, friend.

    Jim and Beth

  2. Thomas Buckley posted an image:
    17 Aug 2024
    A Riverboat Dinner Cruise with our Bonita Golf Foursome.  Good Times!
    A Riverboat Dinner Cruise with our Bonita Golf Foursome. Good Times!

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    17 Aug 2024


  4. Theresa Dove says:
    17 Aug 2024
    Dear MaryAnn, I am so sorry to read this. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted by our Lord now and in the coming days, and may Jeff rest in eternal peace in the arms of the Savior.

  5. Bob and Kathy Morrell says:
    17 Aug 2024
    We had the pleasure of meeting Jeff a couple of years ago.
    Always personable, friendly and loved to talk about his family.
    Finnegan always loved to see him and get petted by him.
    May God Bless Jeff and his family.

  6. Madeline Spanitz says:
    17 Aug 2024
    60 years ago I introduced Jeff to MaryAnn and it was love at first sight. Jeff became part of our family when they married, everyone loving Jeff. His personality, his smile, his laugh, and the stories he told that would go on forever was Jeffrey. The many stories, memories, vacations, good times, sad times that we shared will remain with us. You left us too soon. We mourn loosing you because we are selfish and wanted you with us, but now you are at peace and in God’s loving arms. Until we meet again Jeffrey. MaryAnn, Kevin and Karen you are in our prayers to find peace and comfort knowing Jeff is watching over you. Love Madeline & Jack

  7. Jeffrey Fink says:
    16 Aug 2024
    Prayers to the family. Jeff helped me and my wife purchase my grandparent's house, where we still reside today, 36 years later.

  8. Ray Birch says:
    16 Aug 2024
    We spent almost 40 years making memories never to be forgotten. We never took ourselves too seriously and we were able to laugh at some of the funny things we did. We certainly enjoyed all the times we spent together.
    I am so happy that you are now enjoying eternal serenity, I really did love you, Jeffrey, and still do!

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