DOWLIN

John S., 81, passed away on July 15, 2011. Dear husband of Sarah. Loving father of John (MaryBeth), Sarah "Betsy", James "Jed" and Nancy. Beloved grandfather of Grant, Blake, Adrian, Tess, Liam, Greer, Ella, Bailey and Connor. Memorial Gathering will be Thursday, July 21 from 5-8PM at Schmidt-Dhonau-Kucner Funeral Home, 10980 Reading Rd., Sharonville, OH. Memorial Service will be held Friday July 22 at 10:30AM at Sharonville United Methodist Church, 3751 Creek Rd, Sharonville, Ohio 45241. Family suggests donations to Alzheimer's Association, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH., 45203 or The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. 135 Parkinson Avenue, Staten Island, New York, 10305. schmidtdhonaukucnerfunerals.com.

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Jul. 17, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for John Dowlin

25 Entries

August 4, 2011

The Dowlin Family,

I grew up in Sharonville, I remember our Mayor and his family. It was a wonderful time in my life and may God Bless the Dowlin Family. Cherish the memories and remember to never forget where you came from. Always respect & love each other like your father did.

Darlene

Betsy Stone-Davis

August 1, 2011

Jed,
I knew you back in the day at Princeton High School and know how proud you were of your father. And I know you're even more proud now. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debby Keen Mullis

July 24, 2011

To the Dowlin Family,
As a former friend and neighbor of the Dowlin family while I was growing up, I am saddened by the passing of this wonderful man and hope that his family finds solice in the great works he did.

Larry Muse

July 23, 2011

John was an intelligent, moral and compassionate man who was head and shoulders above most other politicians. He supported programs in Hamilton County for the chronically ill and second chance programs for those with drug and alcohol addictions.
At a time when the country seems so concerned with fiscal responsibility, John's record could serve as a model for action. He repeatedly took tough stands for the people of Hamilton County even if it made him politically unpopular for a time. He was an honest man who seemed bigger than those around him and he will be greatly missed.

Sarah Klein

July 22, 2011

To all the Dowlins,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Dowlin's death - my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was a great man and will always hold a special place in my memories of growing up on Chappy - I will always remember his wonderful voice, laugh and twinkling eyes. In addition to PRINGLES :)
With all my love, Sarah Smith Klein

Karen Volfson

July 22, 2011

To the Dowlin Family,

I want to extend my sincere condolences. John was always so kind to me and my family especially my father, Ed Overbey. John was a true saint and his life was an example of kindness and service. His life made a big difference in our community. I think of him each Sunday in our church and every time I visit our Sharonville branch of the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library.

Sincerely, Karen Overbey Volfson

Terri Harris

July 22, 2011

Nancy,
Your Father was an incredible man ... you enriched his life. May you find comfort knowing that you are loved by many that are here for you. My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.

Shelley Martin

July 21, 2011

Mrs. Dowlin and Family,

My sincerest condolonces on the loss of Mr. Dowlin. I knew him fondly as the Mayor of Sharonville where my father was a police officer. Growing up, every time Mr. Dowlin saw me and my family, he was sincere in asking about our lives and activites. He always made us feel as though he really cared about us.
I pray you find peace and smiles in the wonderful memories you have of him.

Joanne Kemmerer

July 20, 2011

John Dowlin was a fine friend and both an honorable and outstanding leader in our community. I shall pray for the repose of his soul and for his family.

Aaron Mackey

July 20, 2011

John Dowlin and his family were always an inspiration to me. He was a man of high integrity, honesty and character. I learned so much about community service through him. My prayers are with Sally and the family.

Helen Martin

July 20, 2011

Dear Sally and Family,
Like the dash poem says, the little dash in the middle says more than the date of birth or date of death. It contains all that makes up a persons life and who they were. In John's dash is a lot of respect from a whole lot of people who knew him. God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.

Christina Keys

July 20, 2011

To the Dowlin Family
I was saddend to hear about your loss. I worked with John for several years at Procter & Gamble. He also officiated at my wedding. Bud and I just celebratd our 22nd anniversary on July 8th and talked about John then. He will always be in our memories. God Bless.

Rob Fredericks

July 19, 2011

To Sally and Dowlin family,

There have been very few people in my life that have had more influence on me than John -- and I'm certain I'm not alone. He touched so many lives while sacrificing his time, your time and your family's time to serve the public in ways immeasurable. Knowing this day would eventually come doesn't make it any easier to accept that a great man has passed from our presence. I receive comfort knowing confidently that he is now in the presence of our Lord and Savior. He was indeed a good and faithful servant. God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, and forevermore.

Steve Green

July 18, 2011

I only had the privilege to meet Mr. Dowlin one time while he was mayor of Sharonville and I was very impressed by him as a caring person. My biggest attribute to Mr. Dowlin was in being able to share the school bus back in High School with his daughter Betsy. Betsy in my opinion must have gotten her personality and pleasant demeanor from her dad and was able to pass it on to all she met. May the Good Lord be with everyone in your loss.

Jana Morford Widmeyer

July 18, 2011

I knew John's death was imminent, but I still feel a true sense of loss knowing he has died. He was a great man.

Sue Koetz

July 18, 2011

Dear Sally, John Jr. and the entire Dowlin Family. I had the privelege of working with John as a department head in the City of Sharonville. He was a gracious and honorable man. As with the passing of men like John, I feel an entire era is also passing which is very sad. I hope that all of you will find his legacy of extensive public service as a true comfort in the months and years to come. He made this world a better place and put the gentle in gentleman.

Marilyn Osborne

July 18, 2011

I had the honor of working with Commissioner Dowlin while he was a Board member and President of OKI. He was great to work with and is greatly missed by all. May God Bless the Dowlin Family.

Trent & Sharon Lewis

July 18, 2011

Commissioner John S. Dowlin was a very special gentleman. We were pleased to have worked at Hamilton County with him. May God bless you and your family.

Bob Kenney

July 18, 2011

Nancy,sorry to hear about your dad.Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

July 17, 2011

Our deepest sympathy. The Magella Family

Jim Peterman

July 17, 2011

Sorry to see that John has left us. He was a trusted friend who I met and worked with at P&G and later as members of the Cincinnatus Association.
He was one of the most principled individuals I ever met. He never backed down from doing what was right. I cherish the memories I have of working with him. Jim Peterman (Union

Margie Manny

July 17, 2011

Mrs Dowlin and family:
I had the honor of working for "The Mayor." My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I pray your faith will keep you strong.

Pam Thorne

July 17, 2011

Sarah so sorry to hear of your loss.May your faith keep you strong. you are in my prayers.

Sunny Sigmon

July 17, 2011

Dear Sally,
So many friends are sharing in your loss and offering deepest sympathy. May time and love bring you peace, knowing that caring thoughts are with you always.
Wishing you God's peace.
Sunny Sigmon & Family

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