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Steven Gowen Obituary
WINDHAM -- Steven P. Gowen, 37, of Dutton Hill Rd., passed away on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006, at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Portland on Nov. 3, 1969, a son of Clarence and Judith Gowen. He attended Windham and Westbrook schools, graduating from Westbrook High School in 1987. Steven had a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed joking around and laughing. He loved landscaping, movies, music, working on his truck and spending time with his family. He had a great love for animals, especially his beloved dog, BJ, who will be laid to rest with him. Steven was always willing to help out in anyway he could. He was a kind, gentle, loving soul, who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
He was predeceased by his grandparents, Everette E. Horr, Irene Horr and Marion Sanborn; and his oldest sister, Colleen Marie Woodbury. He is survived by his mother, Judith Gowen; father, Clarence Gowen; step-mother, Joy-Anne Gowen; brother, Lawrence Dean; sister, Donna Gowen and her companion of many years, Paul Gerrish. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., on Thursday at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress St., Portland.
Steven P. Gowen
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Karen Brown
January 16, 2021
Steve was a nice guy!I always had a crush on him in school.I went to Westbrook schools with him.I send my deepest condolences to his family,and friends!God Bless!
November 19, 2007
It's so hard to believe it's been almost a year since Steve has passed on. He is still in my thoughts everyday and I still miss him and his bright, wonderful smile and sense of humor. I thought about him all day on his birthday November 13th. I know he is looking down on all his family and loved ones and watches out for us all. We miss you Steve. With Love.......Me
Cheri Culleton
November 15, 2007
I was shocked & saddened to see Steve's memoriam in the paper. I had no idea. I met Steve in 1995 when I was working at Napa. We had so much fun together. He was a wonderful guy. I saw him last when he was filling in at the Citgo station down the street from me. He gave me the biggest hug. I still look for him when I go in, hoping he'll be there. I cannot believe I never saw his death notice in the paper last year. I certainly would have been there. My heart goes out to all of you. If you have time, could you please tell me what happened? I'm having a such a hard time believing this. My prayers are with you. Cheri Culleton
Jennifer Rollins
November 15, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about Steve. My sister saw the memorial in the paper on Tuesday and called to let me know. Steve and I dated briefly in high school and reconnected for a short while as friends when we both attended Andover College. He had such a great sense of humor, a beautiful smile and was so sweet! My deepest condolences to his family, friends and loved ones.
Jen (Bradeen) Rollins
donna gowen
September 11, 2007
Just wanted everyone to know that Steven's Headstone is in place. Thank-You & God Bless.....Donna Gowen
Steve Welch
May 24, 2007
Hello Kristine, I lost your e-mail address (sorry) so I wanted to leave you a message on here in hopes that you'll come on here and see it. Wanted to let you know that I went to visit Steve's grave this week. Had a hard time finding it because it wasn't marked but one of the guys that works at Brooklawn was nice enough to show me where it was. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking about him. Lisa and I hope you are doing OK. Take care.
ILoveYou
April 7, 2007
Steve, You know in my last note I said I wish we had more time to make things right.....we really didn't have much time together in the life did we? If I were to ever marry in this life I would have liked it to have been you.....I know one day we will see each other again and maybe that will be OUR time....until then my love.....I Love You.
I Love You......
April 5, 2007
Steve. Here it is Easter weekend approaching and I still find myself thinking about you every single day. I still miss you so very much and still grieve for you. You were an amazing man that taught me what love was all about.....true love. I wish we had more time together to make things right. I will never stop loving you Steve. There are so many things I need to say to you so I hope you can hear my prayers and hear me talking to you. I know God knows what an amazing man he has in heaven with him and I know God has taken away all your pain. I miss you baby. With love always....me
ILoveYou
March 14, 2007
Hi Steve - It's me again. I am just sitting her thinking of you as I do every single day. I miss your blue eyes and wonderful smile and sense of humor. I miss your living caring, gentle, tenderness side as well. You were and will always be the love of my life. Steve I will always miss you and always love you. I wish God didn't have plans for you in Heaven so soon but he knew you were a very good man and needed you up above. I pray to God every day to make sure he takes good care of you. I hope you can hear my prayers to you. I miss you hon and I know someday we will meet again. I love you forever.
I Love You
February 8, 2007
Well Steve here I am finding myself typing again. I don't even know if you can read this from heaven above but I hope you can. Again, I miss you terribly. The pain is so bad. My heart aches and I miss you so much it hurts so bad. I as a person will never be the same without you. We really did have such a short time in this life but in that short time you made me realize what true love is all about. Nobody has ever loved me the way you loved me. Nobody ever loved me so unconditionally and took all the bad with the good. God Steve I miss you so much. I miss you. I miss your warm smile, your tender touch, your caring ways, just the way you would rub my hair so gently. I don't know if I will ever stop grieving for you. They say every day that goes by it gets easier....I don't find that at all. I still miss you more and more. I Love you Steve.
I Love You Steve P. Gowen
February 4, 2007
Steve. Here I sit Sunday night and I can't get you out of my mind. I have thought about you all day as I do most days. My life has changed so much in such a short time since you have been gone. I grieve for you every day and I miss you every single day. I just hope your up in heaven and you can look down on me and see how much I loved you and still do love you. You were an amazing man Steve and I was so blessed to have you in my life. My heart is broken and I don't ever think I'll be the same just knowing your not here on earth with everyone who loved you. If you can read this or read my mind, just know I love you and will always love you. Give my love to B.J. too.....I miss you both. For now my love.......I love you!!!
Ilove you
January 29, 2007
It's just me again writing because it's the only way I feel I can get my feelings out about how much I miss you. I went over to Brooklawn the other day and left a little something there for you with a little message. I hope you could hear me talking to you and praying for you. Steve this is so painful being here without you. I miss you so much. I never knew I could love someone so much. As I have said over and over again, my heart aches every day and I am still grieving. God has a very special man in Heaven with him and I do know your out of your pain now and for that I am thankful for although I wish you were here with us, with all those who love you so dearly. You were an amazing man Steven P. Gowen and I am so blessed that you were in my life for such a short time. I have never loved a man like I loved you. Someday I will see you again and hold you in my arms. Until then my love............With love always..........
I love you
January 23, 2007
It's been almost 2 months since you have been gone and I still think about you every day. Although in this world we had such a short time together I will always love you Steve. I miss you so much it hurts. The day God took you in his arms is the day I lost a piece of my heart. I miss you so much Steve. I'd give anything just to see your smiling face again and feel your arms around me. I love you and my heart aches every day.
I Love You
January 11, 2007
Here I am again. I find myself just typing about how much I miss you Steve. I am still grieving terribly and miss you so much. I know your in a beautiful place but we all weren't ready to give you up here on earth. I for one miss you every single day and there hasn't been one day that has gone by that I don't think of you. I think of so many good things about you, about us. I will always love you Steven P. Gowen.......my love always........I Love You
I love you
January 7, 2007
Steve - It's been over a month since you've been gone and I can't stop thinking about you. I drive and my mind goes astray just thinking about you and your smile and how loving and caring you were. You were an amazing man that loved everyone unconditionally. I still can't believe your not here on earth with all of us that love you. I for one will never stop loving you. I'm sorry for everything.....You'll always be in my heart........and I'll never forget you....With Love Always.....
You know it's me........
January 2, 2007
Steve there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I see something or hear something that reminds me of you. I know your in a wonderful place in Heaven but it's still hard knowing that your not here on earth with us. I will miss you always and love you.
Steve Welch
December 27, 2006
I just wanted to let Steve's family know that you are in my thoughts during the holidays. I'm sure this must be a very difficult time for all of you. Also Kristine, I wanted to thank you for the Christmas card that you sent Lisa and I. Thank you for thinking of us. I'm sure this must be a very difficult time for you as well. I still think of Steve often, especially when I'm at work. I think about all the fun we had working together and all the laughing and joking around we did. He truly had a gift for making people laugh! He was a great guy and I will miss him. I wish you all the best in the New Year.
Kristine
December 25, 2006
Dear Judy, Ike, Larry & Donna - I just want you to know that I'm thinking of you today on Christmas Day. I know today is a difficult day for the family and I just want you to know your in my thoughts and prayers. Steve was a very good man and he missed by so many people, myself included. With Love, Kristine
Kelly Herrick
December 15, 2006
I'm truely sorry to hear about Steve, He was a great person, I've known him most of my life, through school at Westbrook and he will be missed. God bless all of you through this hard time.
Anonymous Anonymous
December 8, 2006
Steve - I will always love you!
Charlene Diffin
December 7, 2006
Dear Judy and the Gowen family. My heart is with you at this sad time. I just want you to all know that I loved Steve very much even though we had our problems I loved him. He was in my mothers life for 5 years and she loved him very much and so did my brother and me. As much as we are all going to miss Steve he is in a better place than all of us and he's in heaven where he has no more back pain, leg pain and no more arm pain and he will be free from all his pain and will smile down on us from heaven above. I think there will be one more beautiful star in the sky at night that will be bright and when I see that bright star I will know it's Steve shining down on all of us. I will miss you so very much Steve.
(thank you Charlene for letting me send this with your name since I'm not able to send it under my name. It isn't accepting what I type. Love Matthew)
We love you Steve and will miss you always! Matthew Baillargeon
Angela Brichetto
December 7, 2006
Judy, Ike, Larry & Donna, I am so sorry about your loss. Even though I had not seen Steven in many years, I still have a lot of fun memories of us growing up.(Pebbles & Bamm Bamm)
Charlene Diffin
December 6, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I only knew Steve for a short time but what I knew of him he was a kind and loving man.
Donna Gowen
December 5, 2006
For All who knew my Brother Steven, I Thank-you from the bottom of my heart for your kind words. I am touched by each and everyone of them and I am so happy that people have been sharing some of their favorite memories of him. On behalf of our family, I thank-you, god bless you. Sincerely, Donna Gowen
Valerie Page
December 5, 2006
My heart goes out to Steve's family. He was a kind hearted person who will be missed by all that knew him.
Christopher Boucher
December 4, 2006
To my second family Judy, Ike, Larry, Donna. I could not beleive my ears when i heard the shocking news of my best friend. As i think back of all the great times we had together as kids jamming on the guitars playing batman and robin hunting at the cabin and hanging out 24/7. althought we have not been in touch for years i have often thought about how true our friendship was. May god bless you as i keep a special place in my heart for steve.
Matthew Baillargeon
December 4, 2006
Gowen Family, Im sorry about Steve. He was a great man and through thick and thin I have had amazing memories with him as him and my mother where planning to get married. Well I have basically spent the last 5 years of my life with him soaking in the love he gave me when things were difficult between my father and I. Steve is an amazing man and I'm sorry we left off on a bad note as him and my mom just recently broke up. He has changed the way I look at things. I have grown to love him over the years, I may not have shown it but I really did love him. I dont know if some of you guys new about his back pain and hand but now he's in the hands of Jesus and his pain is all gone. I'm sure Jesus was waiting right there for him with open arms as Steve comes up with a smile. Bless you all Gowen Family, And Steve I Love You Thank You For Help Bringing Me Up The Last 5 Years Thank You Again I Love You.
Love, Matthew Baillargeon
Brandon Baillargeon
December 4, 2006
Steve was in my life for five years to me hed say I was like a son he never had i was his little guy he was my big guy he was like a dad to me i was in shock when i herd what happend judy you were like a nana to me you steve and the rest of youur family to me in my heart and my soul you were part of my famly in a deep passion i feel your pain to i loved him like a dad I'm sad still crying. I just cant think how a 37 year old man his age can die so young. Matt i feel so bad you lost your favorite uncle . Judy im so sad you lost you baby boy just like i said i feel your pain . ill miss you big guy forever, your little guy
Steve Welch
December 4, 2006
Steve and I worked together a couple years ago. He was my Assistant Manager. After he got done working for me we stayed in touch and maintained a friendship. I will remember Steve best for his sense of humor and his ability to make people laugh. There were times when he had me laughing so hard there would be tears rolling down my face. I would like to offer my condolences to Steve's family and to those who were close to him. Steve was a good man and will be sadly missed.
BOUCHER CONNIE , LISA , CHRIS
December 4, 2006
DEAR GOWEN FAMILY, FROM STEVEN'S SECOND FAMILY BOUCHER'S JUST HEARD YOUR LOSS IT IS A HEART FELT LOSS TO US ALSO ALTHOUGH WE ALL HAVE NOT SEEN EACH OTHER IN YEARS WE KNOW HOW YOU ARE FEELING LOSSING DAD IN 2002 WE KNOW THAT THEY ARE TOGETHER NOW . STEVE LIKE A SON TO MOM AND DAD AND LIKE A BOTHER TO CHRIS AND MYSELF . MOM SAYS SHE HAS NEVER FORGOT ABOUT HIM .
WITH LOVE AND PRAY FOR HIM AND YOU ALL
Kristine Baillargeon
December 4, 2006
My heart goes out to you Judy, Ike, Larry, Donna and all of Steve's family. I will miss him dearly. He was truly a wonderful, fun loving, compassionate man who was there for everyone and who was there for me as well and he always loved me unconditionally through some very rough times in the last 5 years we were together. I will always remember you Steve and you will always hold a very special place in my heart. Whenever I think of you, I will think of all our good times and your smile and those blue eyes. The smile that could always make me smile no matter what was going on. I know you are in God's arms now and out of all your pain. I will always be thankful to you for everything...... and you know what that is. Thank you for loving me and teaching me to love again. Love, Kristine Baillargeon
TINA DANIEL
December 4, 2006
I'AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT STEVE!I HAVE KNOWN STEVE FOR A LONG TIME.I SEND MY THOUGHS OUT TO ALL OF STEVE'S FAMILY.HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED
Cynde Laband
December 4, 2006
I will miss Steve a ton. He and I have had some great laughs and conversations over the last several years. I loved his funny side. He always made me laugh. I also loved his serious side. He and I could really open up to each other. I loved his hugs and kisses when we saw each other. He had a very loving soul. I miss you buddy. May we meet again with the Lord by our sides. I am praying for your family, my mom, my sister Kris and my nephews as they are all grieving too. Love you lots Steve.....Cynde Laband
matt tracy
December 4, 2006
my uncle steve was a very nice man who never would hurt a soul he enjoyed playing and spending plenty of time with me when he could.i miss him alot and i wish i could tell him i loved him still
Julie Caron
December 4, 2006
My deepest sympothy goes out to Steve's family. I know that he will be sadly missed by all the members of his family and his friends.
Mike Mahoney
December 4, 2006
I am still in shock today. It has been years since I last saw Steve, so I find this even harder to believe. I bumped into him I think when he was working at Lively's on Saco Street, Westbrook(2000?) He was one of my best friends in Junior High, and although we grew apart as time went on, I will never forget him. We were both new in town in 1984 and MTV and Steve made junior high a lot easier. I remember his quick smile, and even when I saw him last on Saco Street, even though it had been years, he opened right up with a big smile - like an old friend. I remember alot of things about Steve today, that I haven't thought of in years. I wish it was due to different circumstances.
My deepest sympathies.
Traci Paine
December 3, 2006
Ike,and Mom (Joy), I know how hurt and lost you both are right now,having so many questions and no real good answers. I only met Stevie twice,and from listing to the both of you talk about him alot, I know he was a good son.Im here for you both in heart and sole.
I love you guys.Your dauter Traci
Sheila Humiston
December 3, 2006
I'm very sorry hear about Steve! I only knew Steve for a couple of years through my best friend.He was a good person~
Sara Caldwell
December 3, 2006
I've been thinking about Steve all day. I have so many great memories of him. When I think of Steve it puts a smile on my face. Losing such a wonderful person is hard for us here on earth but a treat for those up above. My heart goes out to all of you who love Steve. I love you Blondie. Always Sara
EARL SANBORN JR
December 3, 2006
MY NEPHEW STEVE ALWAYS BRIGHTENED MY DAY WHEN HE AND BJ WOULD COME TO VISIT HIS BROTHER NEXT DOOR AND HE WOULD YELL HI UNCLE BUB AND ASK ABOUT THE FAMILY.WE WILL MISS HIM ALOT. WE SEND ALL OUR LOVE TO;JUDY,IKE,JOY,DONNA,LARRY FROM UNCLE BUB,AUNT MURIEL AND BOYS
Christine Cheney
December 3, 2006
I want to send my deepest sympathy to all of Steve's family... you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." Steve was my first love and will always be in my heart and memories....
Brenda Tripp
December 3, 2006
My nephew, Stevie, was a kind and beautiful soul who will be missed so very, very much. He was so handsome and always had a big hug for me.To my brother,Ikie,I wrap my love around you. I know nothing can lessen the grief that surrounds you
and to Judy,Donna, Larry, Joy,"I Love you". Love, Aunt Brenda & Uncle Al
Helen Burns
December 3, 2006
Steven you will be missed be missed by all. You were a very talented and gifted person. May the angles watch over you ... I will always remember you.
LOVE HELEN BURNS
john burns
December 3, 2006
I only knew Steve for a little while he was my stepdad.. Things might not have went right but I still have deep sympothy for his family.
Judi (Jenkins) MacCardle
December 3, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Steve's family. I knew him in high school. We "went out" for awhile. He was so funny about his hair! It used to annoy him when I would muss it up! He was a great guy and I have only fond memories of him.
Paula (Sanborn) Walls
December 3, 2006
Ike and Judy,
I am so sorry to hear about the lose of Steven. I know there are no words that can change anything but please know you are in my prayers. I know we have not seen each other for a long time but I still remember babysitting for Steven and what a joy he was when he was a baby!! Love to you all. I am so sorry. Love, Paula
Victoria Clemenz
December 3, 2006
I wanted to take a moment to give my love and support to Steve's Family. This is such a sad and sudden thing to happen to someone so young and full of future.
Steven P. Gowen is now a rose in God's garden...
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