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ROSE KOWAL Obituary
ROSE ANN KOWAL
On Sunday, November 10, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. She succumbed to the effects of a stroke 2 1/2 years ago and just recently a failing heart. Beloved wife for 52 years of the late Stanley John Kowal; mother of Stanley (Theresa Marie) Kowal, Theresa Ann Kowal, Jeanie (Randy) Hetrick, Patty (Gabe) Arias, Tina (Dennis) McHale, Dr. Thomas (Christine) Kowal, Grace (Joe) Mitchell, Lawrence (Amanda) Kowal, James (Pam) Kowal, and the late Mary Elizabeth Kowal; daughter of the late Alfred and Grace Hurley; sister of Millie (Gordon) Steward and Sr. Alma Bernadette, and the late Celie Settle. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, Kim, Jeremy, Emily, Hank, Luke, Patrick, Brandon, Serena, Megan, Katie, Christian, Faith and Lilianne; and many nieces and nephews. Ann's life was her family, friends, and her Catholic faith in our Lord Jesus! She was a longtime member of St. Bernadette's Catholic Church in Silver Spring and later a member of Resurrection Church at Riderwood Retirement Community. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, November 15, 2013, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and at Church of the Resurrection at Riderwood Village, 3110 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD on Saturday, November 16, 2013 from 10:30 to 11 a.m., where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, Memorial & Tribute Processing Ctr., 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for ROSE KOWAL
Jennifer and Tim Fohner
November 15, 2013
Dear Gracie and Family,
May the comfort of God help you and your family through this difficult time. Look back on all of the wonderful memories with your beloved mom to give you comfort today and in the coming days. God Bless and your family.
Chris Kowal
November 15, 2013
We will miss you Aunt Ann. My prayers go out to my cousins and your families today.
Anne Kowal
November 15, 2013
Love and prayers to all of you. Our sweet Aunt Ann will be dearly missed. Heaven's light is shining brighter because of her presence.
November 15, 2013
Gracie and Family,
Our deepest condolences - your mom was a kind, loving and selfless person. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have of her.
-Janet and Benjamin Woolery
Bonnie Lindsly
November 15, 2013
I had the joy of knowing Mrs. Kowal in recent years and was inspired by her love of family and concern for those around her. May the love and strength she instilled in you honor her spirit and get you through this difficult time.
Gil Shah
November 14, 2013
Jim and Kowal family- as you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of your mother, we know she is at peace.
Jennifer Coates
November 14, 2013
To All the Kowal "Kids,"
I will never forget your Mom's kindness and gentle spirit. She always had a smile for me, whether I was peering through the fence, trying to play with Gipper, climbing over the fence (she even rescued me once when I got stuck hanging upside down by my shorts), or on your side of the fence, making a general nuisance of myself. I hope I can be half the Mom, friend, and neighbor that she was.
You are in my thoughts.
Susan Flashman
November 14, 2013
Dear Stanley and family,
Please accept our condolences. Our mothers have a very special and unique role in our lives and they will always be in our hearts. I will be out of town, or I would join you, but perhaps Dick can stop.You are in my thoughts. Sincerely, your Retired Union Sister,
Susan Flashman (and Dick Bissell) IBEW LU # 26 (Washington, DC)
American Heart Association
November 13, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Joan Nally
November 13, 2013
Stan, Theresa & Lilianne, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sue Costello
November 13, 2013
Patty and Tina, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of mourning. I'm am so sorry for your loss.
Gracie Mitchell
November 13, 2013
Mom, you are forever in my heart, my soul,my smile and my prayers. God bless you in Heaven. I know you're at peace and that makes me happy.
Lauri Glosemeyer
November 13, 2013
The most kind and dear woman I have ever had the honor to know. Rest in peace sweet Ann. Love you
November 13, 2013
I will always remember her as a beautiful person who raised a beautiful family.
November 13, 2013
We offer our sincere condolences to the Kowal family. She was a remarkable woman.
Joyce was visting Ann one day at the home in Woodmoor and seeing several recently baked pies on the counter she asked Ann if they were for a bake sale. Ann said "No. They are for dessert this evening."
She is an inspiration to us.
Joyce and David Melocik
November 13, 2013
The dearest neighbor anyone could ever have.
I was fortunate to have Ann in my life.
Judy Coates
November 13, 2013
Love you Aunt Ann, you gave us so many wonderful memories. I know you and mom are in heaven smiling down on all of us.
Joanie
Theresa Kowal
November 13, 2013
Love you more Mom and always will. I am happy you are at peace now and with Dad and Mary.
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