Frank K. Gowdy Jr.

I first me Frank when I started my teaching job at East Windsor HS in 1973. He was friendly and seemed very knowledgeable about house construction. Since I was planning to build a home that summer, I had several questions- especially about electrical inspections. Frank shared that he was a licensed electrician and had a business doing that work for several years. And then, he offered to help me- even though I was building in Florence, MA. He said it was not a problem and could help me out on...

Our deepest sympathy to Diane in the loss of her husband. With love from, Mary Stacy and her son, Michael Stacy

So very sorry to learn of Mr. Gowdy's passing. Like many East Windsor students of a certain era, he was my algebra teacher for a couple of years. But he was also a fellow Melrose resident and a distant cousin. He used to tease me in class by saying "Melrose smells like a rose because of Lois' cows," referring to my family's dairy farm.

I liked Mr. Gowdy a lot and wish I'd gotten to know him better. It was only after I graduated that I realized that besides a teacher, he was also a cousin and grew up only a half mile from where I did.

Blessings, dear long time friend and co-worker. May you rest in peace! And heart felt sympathy to you, Frank´s wife, Diane, who is also my dear long time friend and co-worker. My prayers are with you and your family!

Diane, so sorry to hear about Frank. I never actually worked with him but kind of "inherited him" in the shop at school. It only took one visit to turn that into a great friendship. He will definitely be missed. If I can do anything for you, just let me know.

As a rookie teacher at East Windsor High School I always enjoyed talking to Frank. He always had some good advice to give to anyone willing to listen. I also enjoyed seeing him at athletic events. He will be missed.

Hello Diane,
Olenka and I extend our deepest condolences to you and your loved ones.
There wasn't a day that went by that I didn't see Frank. He'd stop in the tech ed area, eat lunch with us or we'd pass in the hall. He was person that had a depth of knowledge about so many things. He'd always ask about my family; I can remember your face light up when seeing Frank or giggle when talking about him. He was the whole package; a dedicated teacher & mentor, a skilled craftsman, loving...

Diane - How lucky you were to have the gift of time. May every single moment come back to you with joy, love and a heart at peace. And from my heart, thank you. Your insight has given me peace. May light perpetual shine upon him.