Gerald C. Gowen

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Gerald Gowen Obituary

Age 77 of Weymouth, November 4, 2007. Beloved husband of Adrienne (Pitcher) Gowen and predeceased by parents Elmer & Elthel Gowen and siblings Barbara Joilet and Elmer Gowen Jr. Survived by 2 children; Ellen Gowen of Randolph & Scott Gowen of Medway, granddaughter Siobhan Gowen of Colorado and many nieces & nephews. Gerry graduated from Somerville H.S. (48) Worcester State College (52) and obtained his Masters in Education from Boston University. He served in the Army during the Korean conflict and once discharged in September 1954, taught in the Quincy School system. He was awarded a Fullbright Scholarship to teach in Edinburgh, Scotland. On returning to Massachusetts, Gerry took up the position of Elementary School Principal in Quincy, until his retirement in 1991. An avid bridge player and a member of the Weymouth Elks #2232 and the Weymouth American Legion, Gerry was popular and well liked by all who kew him. He will dearly be missed by everyone. A funeral service will be held Friday, November 9, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the Hamel, Wickens & Troupe Funeral Home, 26 Adams St., QUINCY CENTER. Burial to follow in the Massachusetts National Cemetery at Bourne. Visiting hours Thursday, November 8 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Donations may be made in Gerald's memory to the American Cancer Society, 20 Speen St., Framingham MA 01701.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 7, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Gowen

10 Entries

scott gowen

November 1, 2022

Dad, I mis you every day. It´s been 15 years since we lost you to heaven. But I still talk to you every day. Love you to the moon and back.

Jerry Reed

November 23, 2007

To the Gowen Family,

Gerry and I spent many a Tues. at lunch. When I had my session in court and when I had an operation at South Shore Gerry waS there. Since I lived 14 years in Weymouth
we both had many stories to share.
He was disappointed that I did not attend his retirement party but no-one told me and I was away when one of his former staff showed up at Mr. Beam to giver me the sad news. The best to all of you,
Jerry Reed
Former Merrymount teacher

Midge (Graham) Scanlon

November 8, 2007

Mr. Gowen arrived at the Montclair Grammar School - First teaching assignment - 6th grade. How starry-eyed we all were at 11 years old. He made it our best year in school. Thanks for the memories. I'm sure he was the most wonderful huband, the best father and a true friend to all who knew him. Please feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends at this time of sorrow.

Diane English

November 8, 2007

Scott,
I want to express my sincere sympathy in the loss of your father. Although I will not be able to make the wake today, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Diane

Scott Gowen

November 7, 2007

I will miss my dad every day of my life and I am thankfull that I was able to learn from him and spend so much time with him. I will love you and honor you every day

Your son Scott

Cindy Wilson

November 7, 2007

Boss, mentor, friend, confident, and gentleman are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of Gerry. I fondly cherish the memories of my years at Merrymount where he truly established a family like atmosphere for the staff, students, and parents.

Kathy Forbes

November 7, 2007

Mr. Gowen you will be missed! Your cape house has been a part of my family for over twenty years. We always looked forward to seeing you and Mrs. G each summer upon our arrival.You were so kind and generous;and to think that you were my principal at Merrymount Elementary School all those years ago. Scott and Ellen have been blessed to have such a wonderful father. We will keep you all in our prayers. Kathy & Peter Forbes

June Joyce

November 7, 2007

Gerry was a wonderful boss, a fabulous principal, a great friend, and a strong supporter of his teaching staff. Thanks to Gerry I got my first teaching job with the best faculty there every was. Gerry set the tone for our staff to become a close knit family. I will miss him, yet will always think of him with a smile on my face.

Mike Casey

November 7, 2007

Mr. Gowen,
Sir, I didn't know you but I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Jeff, Patti, Kevin, Chris & Carlie Ferullo

November 7, 2007

Mrs. G, Scott, Emma & family,
We know how hard this has been for you all. Mr. G was the best! We will never forget all the fun down the Cape and the great conversations we've had. Though we can't be there, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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