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Andrew McGowan Obituary


Family-Placed Death Notice

Andrew Joseph McGowan, 62, of Woodstock, died Wednesday. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Teresa; son, Stephen and wife, Shannon of Canton; grandchildren, Andrew Bowen, Stephen Benjamin and Faith Ann McGowan. Also surviving are brothers, John and Michael McGowan; and sisters, Eloise Vietch, Maureen Maxwell, Annette Evans and Patsy Lagine. Mr. McGowan was a United States Army veteran, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Woodstock. He enjoyed meeting and greeting the customers at his most recent job, at BJ's Wholesale Club. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday at 3 PM at the First Baptist Church of Woodstock with Leslie Whitney, officiating. The body will lie instate from 2 until 3 and interment will follow at Georgia Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8, Friday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cherokee County Right to Life. Woodstock Funeral Home is assisting the family, 8855 Main St., 770-926-3107.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 10, 2006.

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Yolanda Owens

March 24, 2006

Eloise,



I was sorry to hear of your loss. I hope and pray that God will be with you and your family in your hour of need.



Love,

Yolanda :-)

Houston Deaver

March 23, 2006

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Walter Willaims

March 21, 2006

I was so sorry to learn of your loss. My thought and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Andrew Stilwell

March 13, 2006

The McGowan Family,



Many may not realize what kind of impact Andy had on my life. Ever since I started working at BJ's nearly three years ago I've had a strong closeness towards him. Anyday of the week I would look forward to seeing him and sharing any conversation that seemed to float from his mouth. I've grown up without a grandfather so I often become strongly attached to older male figures in my life; but with Andy I had an amazing attachment that to this day when I walk out that door after a long day at work, I still can't wait to see him. I regret a lot of things I've done to Andy; for one, his biggest concern for me was the fact that I never took advantage of my surroundings, got a hold of my life, and started school on time. I wish that Andy could still be with us in the fall when I do start, I know he'd be proud of me. I also regret being unable to say, "Goodbye Andy, have a good day" on the last day that I saw him. It something to small as that that has kept Andy in my thoughts, where he will always be. Peace be with you all.

Kim Bremer

March 12, 2006

Dear Uncle Andy, You will be greatly missed in our family. Since Granny passed away, you were our rock. I know I will see you again some day and I hope you are making the angels smile in Heaven as much as you made us smile here in this life. I thank the Lord for the Blessing of you! We miss you and we will love you forever, Your Niece, Kim Bremer and Family

Hank @ Janie Lasek

March 10, 2006

I first met Andy after I married Janie Johnson, who also lived on Bascomb Lane. Andy was smiling and eager to shake my hand and greet me into the neighborhood. We talked many times since that first meeting and his sense of humor and joy for life always shown brightly. It's an honor to call Andy a friend. Janie and I always looked forward to saying hello to Andy and we will miss his smile and quick wit very much when we visit BJ's. He will be missed. Our sympathy goes out to the entire family. God Bless.

Steve Cavanaugh

March 10, 2006

I still remember all the laughs we had while we were working together, keep on smiling Andy.



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Sheryl Poole

March 10, 2006

You will highly be missed and to the family of. Andy was wonderful man and It was a pleasure to have known Him. May God bless and keep you in your grief. From Sheraton Midtown Colony Hotel Engineering Dept.

Jo McKinley

March 10, 2006

We will miss you.

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