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James Cowan Obituary
AGE: 52 • Newark
James L. Cowan, Jr., age 52, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2014.
Born in Lewistown, PA on January 19, 1962, he was a son of James L. Cowan, Sr. and Marjorie R. Swan Cowan. James was a member of the Newark High School graduating class of 1980. A talented carpenter, James worked for Drywall Associates located in Newark for many years.
He was a gifted baseball player, and in his youth pitched for the Newark and Babe Ruth Little Leagues, and later for Newark High School. James was inducted into the Babe Ruth Baseball Hall of Fame, where he was honored for his excellent pitching abilities. In his leisure time, he was an avid bowler and hunter. Additionally, James was a member of the American Poolplayers Association (APA) and greatly enjoyed playing pool with fellow members and friends.
In addition to his parents, James is survived by his beloved wife of 16 years, Linda M. Galezniak Cowan; daughters, Valerie Parker and Rebecca Rodriguez (Gerard); brothers, Michael Cowan (Maryann) and Charles Cowan (Denise); 2 grandchildren, Vanessa and Gabriel Rodriguez; numerous aunts and uncles; and his loyal canine companion, Angel.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday morning, February 8, 2014, at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where friends may call from 9 am until 10:30 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 702 B Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19805.
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February 12, 2014
Marge (&James & Family): I am very sorry for your loss. As you are one of my Mom's "favorite people" I often heard about James and what a great guy he was. I always regretted not meeting him, and I know my Mom would want me to express our sympathy
-Paul Weber
February 12, 2014
Dear Marge (&James & Family): I am very sorry for your loss. As you are one of my Mom's "favorite people" I often heard about James and what a great guy he was. I always regretted not meeting him, and I know my Mom would want me to express our sympathy.
- Paul Weber ([email protected])
Jeff Quinn
February 8, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Jimmy was a really good person. I played baseball with him at Newark.
Siranus Esenyan
February 7, 2014
Linda so sorry to hear about your husband my prayers go out to you and the family.
February 6, 2014
Dear Marge,Jim and family we are so sorry, Jimmy was a good boy and we have known you all for such a long time, you are in our thoughts and prayers, Ginny and John
Sharon Teel
February 5, 2014
Linda so sorry to hear about your husband my prayers go out to you and the family.
February 4, 2014
Linda, I could see the love you had for each other with the respect and caring through such a tough time. You were there every minute and Jim rarely complained. I wish you and your family peace. Linda...."the other Linda."
February 4, 2014
Linda I am so sorry for your loss, please let me know if you need anything
Ms Ann M. Glick
February 4, 2014
Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother
I pray for your strenth doing this time.
Wilma.
Karen Haas-Cluesman
February 4, 2014
Sending thoughts and prayers
Roxanne Smith
February 4, 2014
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the love, memories and knowledge that he is still here with you in spirit comfort you during this difficult time.
Becky Rodriguez
February 4, 2014
Dad, there will never be a day that goes by that you will not be in my thoughts and heart! I miss you so much already. I am lucky that my babies have an amazing man and angel to look over them as they grow up.
Until i see you again, i love you!
February 4, 2014
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope in the days ahead you can remember all the happy times you both had together. May God bless you and help you get through this difficult time. Love you, Debi Bentley
Cherie Rexroth
February 4, 2014
Linda, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 4, 2014
Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in your memories.
Abbie
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