Photo courtesy of Hawthorne Funeral Home - Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, Washington
May 26, 1920 – Oct 28, 2025
Cathryn Nixon Cowan passed away on October 28th, 2025, at her home with family by her side. Born in Brocket, North Dakota, May 26th, 1920 she was the daughter of Charles W. Nixon and Loretta C. Nixon. Cathryn married John T. Cowan on June 22, 1940, and was a long-time resident of Skagit Valley, Washington. She is survived by her nieces, Lynne (Dave) Parry and Ginny Nehasil, her nephews, Charles (Jan) Nixon and Mike Hilger, as well as several grand nieces and nephews. At Cathryn's request, no services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, Mount Vernon, WA.
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Our Aunt Cathryn was a delight and very loved. Her stories from the farm were always painted with humor and inspired forgotten memories. She was brave and curious about her next adventure ahead. She will be remembered dearly and missed deeply.
Jan Nixon
October 30, 2025 | Family
Cathryn was a joy to be with. Her smile and twinkling eyes ever present. It was wonderful to share long ago memories and people and will cherish them. Nephew Charles (Chuck) Nixon
Chuck nixon
October 30, 2025
