Ruth Evelyn Cowan

SHELBY-Ruth Evelyn VanValkenburgh Cowan, 96, died on Nov. 22, 2010, at Hospice of Wendover, Shelby.
She was married to the late Everett William Cowan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel H. and Bessie Mae VanValkenburgh, as well as her brother, Dana VanValkenburgh. She loved growing flowers and raising vegetables in her garden.
She is survived by two sons, Lawrence Hamlin Cowan of Shelby and E. Conrad Cowan of Haw River; one daughter, Carol Jo Cowan of Shelby; three grandchildren, Joy Stauber and her husband, James of Ill., Anthony Panos and his wife, Susan of N.Y., Michael Cowan and his wife, Anne of Yanceyville; three great-grandchildren and many special nieces and nephews.
Funeral: The service will remain private and the burial will be at the convenience of the family
Funeral home: Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Cowan
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial can be made to Hospice of Wendover, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC 28150.
Online Condolences: www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com