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William Cowger Obituary
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William Cowger, 47, of Maple Grove, Minnesota, loving father, husband, son, and brother passed away suddenly of a heart attack on Tuesday, December 27, 2004 at the Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota. William Thadd Cowger was born on May 6, 1957 in Park River, North Dakota, the son of William Evan and Phyllis (Weber) Cowger. He grew up in Park River, North Dakota and attended Cardinal Meunch High School in Fargo, North Dakota, graduating in 1975. He attended the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, graduating in 1981. On November 29, 1985 he was united in marriage to Teri Smith in Barnesville, Minnesota. He was involved in the construction industry in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for over 20 years and was currently employed by United Properties. He is a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity, and a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Deephaven, Minnesota. Bill coached youth hockey and soccer in Maple Grove, Minnesota and was actively involved at Benilde - St. Margaret's School in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. William is survived by his wife Teri of Maple Grove, Minnesota, Children Alyssa & Nate both at home, mother; Phyllis of Park River, North Dakota, brothers; Mark (Debra), of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Robert (Judy) and John of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Richard (Zaundra) Nisswa, Minnesota, sisters; Roberta Allen, Park River, North Dakota, Audrey (Orville) Wilhelm, Bottineau, North Dakota, Mary (Jorgen) Dahl, Golden Valley, Minnesota, Jane Cowger, Fargo, North Dakota, Ruth (Robert) Hagel, Fargo, North Dakota, Patricia Sexton, Seattle WA, Joan (Michael) Mertens, Devils Lake, North Dakota, and many nieces and nephews. William was preceded in death by his father; William Evan, brother; Lane and his grandparents. Bill was a fun-loving, hard-working, avid Sioux Fan, and wonderful man. He will be missed by all who knew him. Services: 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 3, 2005 at The Church of St. Therese Catholic Church, Deephaven, Minnesota. Visitation: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Prayer Service, Sunday January 2, 2005 at Gearty - Delmore Plymonth Funeral Chapel, 37th Avenue N. & Vicksburg Lane, Plymouth, Minnesota. Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Park River, North Dakota. Arrangements by Stennes Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. N.W. East Grand Forks, Minnesota and Gearty - Delmore Plymouth Funeral Chapel, 37th Ave. N. & Vicksburg Lane, Plymouth, Minnesota.
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Helen Strong
January 25, 2005
Teri, Alyssa and Nate. I just heard about Bill's sudden death and am so sorry and saddened. I enjoyed working with Bill at Everest and looked forward to his Christmas newsletters telling me all about his kids' activities during the year. My prayers are with you.
Paulette & Craig Carroll
January 24, 2005
Teri, Nathan & Alyssa -
Our family was saddened and shocked to hear about the sudden and untimely passing of Bill. We are so sorry for your loss. Believe that that God is holding him ever so gently in the palm of His hand and that your new "guardian angel" is watching over all of you and loving his family dearly.
Always remember that although Bill is physically not with you, he is forever in your hearts, your minds and your memories.
May the peace and love of God be with you always.
Paulette & Craig Carroll
Jeremy & Krista Carroll
Lindsay & Autumn Carroll
Justin, Melissa & Evan Carroll
Tammie Rohde and Mike Hanson
January 8, 2005
Teri;
Just wanted you to know we're thinking of you and praying for you and your family. Bill was a great guy!
January 5, 2005
We were sadden and surprised to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brenda, Steve and Cole Christian
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Bob & Pennie Wells
January 3, 2005
Our sympathies to you and your family in this tragic loss! We have moved from this neighborhood, but certainly want to express our heartfelt sympathy in your loss. Blessings as your grieve and prayers for your healing.
Melody Sivertson
January 2, 2005
Teri, Alyssa, and Nathan:
I can only imagine the way you must be feeling at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know you are strong and that your faith will get you through this trying time. Allow yourself to rely on Him and let Him help you.
I wish circumstances were different and I'd be able to see all of you more often. You are a beautiful family and will get through this with the love you share with each other and those around you.
With Love,
Jeff Lindgren
January 2, 2005
Dear family of Bill Cowger;
Sorry to hear about your loss. I had lots of fun as a kid playing with Bill and his brothers when we lived in their neighborhood in Park River. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Sharon Maetzold
December 31, 2004
Dear Teri, Alyssa, Nate, and members of Bill's family,
I can only imagine the depth of your sadness. Although words won't take away the pain, they can let you know the impact Bill had on the many people he met. I can say without reservation that each one of us is a better person for knowing Bill. His charming ways, sense of humor,warm presence, and kind soul made him so very special. The wonderful picture above his obituary was just like having him here, bringing back memories of when I'd see him at school or at the kid's conferences. You have those special times when he'd be outside with the neighborhood kids, driving in his truck with Nathan, trips to Benilde with Alyssa, and family outings. Each one fills a precious corner of your mind., and helps with the loneliness in your heart.
He will be with you always, with each breeze that strokes your face, with each hesitation before a decision, with every invisible touch on your shoulder. He is there, now and forever. Just believe....
With loving memories,
Sharon Maetzold
4th Grade, Weaver Lake Elem.
Shelly Grant (formerly Humes)
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri,
I don't know if you remember me, but Cowger Homes built a home in Bloomington for my former husband and me in 1988.
I really enjoyed working with you and getting to know both you and Bill back then, and Alyssa was just a baby!
I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Bill's death. I don't know what to say.
It is obvious by these guest book entries that you have many people that care about you, and I hope that brings you at least a little comfort.
You are in my thoughts.
Shelly
Kathleen Kelly
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri, Alyssa, and Nate,
We were all very saddened to learn of Bill's passing. In the short time we have known your family, we have come to enjoy all of you. We will miss Bill and his great sense of humor. Kaitlin will miss the carpool rides and baby dip stops at DQ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
James, Kathleen, Meghan, Kaitlin, Erin, Colin, and Kevin Kelly
Matthew Baker
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri & Family,
We were all saddened to learn of Bill's untimely death. Please accept our condolences. Matt, Mimi and Misha Baker.
Mark Janco
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri, Nate & Alyssa,
I am terribly sad at the loss of Bill. I consider myself lucky and blessed to have known him and coached hockey with him. He certainly had a wonderful gift for working with kids. What incredible enthusiasm he had! I'll never forget how excited he was to get new skates!
He will be missed.
Sincerely,
MaryAnn Brower
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri, Nate & Alyssa,
We were stunned and saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We will never forget Bill's smile, his enthusiasm and incredible support of the kids on the hockey team. We are truly blessed to have known him. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom, MaryAnn & Michael Brower
Petra Schwartze
December 30, 2004
Dear Teri,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family was such a wonderful addition to our amazingly tough
little hockey team in St. Louis Park
last year. We've missed you ever since. My thoughts are with you.
Petra (Max's mom)
Anne Dalbey
December 30, 2004
Such a very sad time -- Billy will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Marilyn Nelson
December 30, 2004
Teri, Alyssa and Nate,
My heart goes out to you in the very difficult time. Please accept our sincere sympathy and love. Sounds yourself with loved ones and that will help you through these dark days. God Bless You.
Marilyn, Matthew and Daniel Nelson
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