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Patrick McGowan Obituary
Norwich - Patrick R.S. McGowan, age 60, of Norwich passed away from natural causes at his home on March 24, 2020.
He is survived by his stepmother, Pauline Ayers; sisters, Terry Wheaton and husband Gary, Bernadette Moss and Geri Cecilio and husband Robert; his brother, Jay McGowan; nephew and nieces, Zack Wheaton and fiancee Tenley Borchman, Johanna Kubichek and husband Eric and Mariah Cecilio. He is also survived by his aunt, Jocelyn Tapper; his Ayers step-siblings; many McGowan and Tapper cousins; and his feline companion, Mischief. He was predeceased by his civil partner, Walter Brown; stepfather, Robert Ayers; brother-in-law, Douglas Moss; and niece, Emma Wheaton.
He was born June 8, 1959, in Hartford, to the late John McGowan and Mary (Tapper) Ayers. Patrick was raised in Poquonock, Conn., and was a 1977 graduate of Windsor High School.
Patrick, an artist, used his painting and poetry talents to bring joy and encouragement to friends and family. He was a member of Reliance Health, Inc., of Norwich, and sold his paintings at the monthly First Friday event.
Patrick donated much of the proceeds to his favorite charities - the Norwich Soup Kitchen, Kitty Harbor, Inc., of Griswald, and the Women's Shelter of Norwich.
His family would like to thank his doctors, the staff at Reliance Health, the Norwich Housing Authority, and his wonderful neighbors who all gave endless time and support to Patrick. He truly loved living in Norwich and being a part of the recovery program at Reliance Health.
Patrick's devout Christian faith was evident in his generous spirit, his kindness to all, his love of Saint Anthony and most of all to his devotion to his Savior Jesus Christ. He had a gentle soul and will be missed by all his family and friends who loved him.
A Christian Mass will be held at Saint Patrick's Cathedral Norwich at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kenneth Smith
August 10, 2021
Sorry to hear about Patrick, condolences to Teri, Jay, and Geri. Currently I have some of your family pictures if you are interested
Sandra Gosselin
June 8, 2020
Patrick was born on June 8, 1959. My son was born on June 8, 1990. As soon as we moved to Norwich, CT and our rental newsletter came out, Patrick came over to our apartment and wished my son a Happy Birthday!!! He was so sweet to us and kind beyond belief. I have met very few people that I felt an immediate kinship for. As the years went by, that man was always happy when painting, crafting, making cards. I have two mugs in my cabinet that he put his art work on them. Precious gifts I use and think of him. Today is my son's birthday. But we printed a 5 x 7 picture of him in a frame and included him in his birthday too. San & son
April 3, 2020
Patrick was one of the kindest and friendly people I have known in my life. He will always be in my heart so he really never leaves us. Rest in peace my dear friend.
-Bert
Nancy MacAleese
April 2, 2020
Patrick was a very kind and generous man. He loved doing his paintings etc for charity. Always thinking of someone else. We never met in person butbeCame very good friends on the phone I will miss very much talking To him each day. My sympathy to his family. He is at peace with God.
Carrie Dyer
April 1, 2020
Patrick will be missed terribly. Norwich First Friday's simply won't be the same. I will miss his phone calls, postcards, and visits. He has left his mark on my heart.
Richard Tarryk
March 31, 2020
Patrick was a friend to many; he was a faithful member of the Preston Grange for many years. Memory eternal.
Richard Tarryk
March 31, 2020
Patrick was a friend to many. He was a faithful member of Preston and Norwich Granges for many years. Our sympathy to his family.
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