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1948
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2016
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Fred McGowan Obituary
formerly of Fitchburg, MA
LARGO, FL -- Fred D. McGowan of Largo, FL, formerly of Fitchburg, MA died peacefully Saturday evening June 4, 2016 at home in the care of his family. Fred was born Jan 3, 1948 in Fitchburg, MA the son of the late William J. McGowan and the late Florence (Giroux) McGowan.
He worked many years as a machinist before retiring to Florida in 1980. He was an Avid Nascar fan as well as an Elvis fan with many collectibles. He leaves his twins Michelle A. (McGowan) Robertson of Largo, FL and Michael F. McGowan of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 2 Granchildren, Kerry A. McGowan-L'Ecuyer of Largo, FL and Derek M. L'Ecuyer of Fitchburg, MA and 5 great- grandchildren. He leaves his sister Florence (Cote) Boivin of Fitchburg, MA and was predeceased by his sister Mildred (Cote) Herold, formerly of Leominster, MA and several neices and nephews. There will be service private to the family.
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Your granddaughter Kerry
June 3, 2025
I can't believe it's been 9 years, still love N miss you everyday
Michelle McGowan Robertson
June 4, 2024
Can't believe it's been 8 years dad I miss you everyday. Love your peanut Shelby
Shelby
June 3, 2022
I miss you to pieces pops
Kerry
June 3, 2022
I'll never forget you Freddy Boom Booms. I think about you often. I'm going to see Elvis impersonators this month, e and you're buddy Kelly Rhea.. I know you'll be there in spirit.
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Al leclair
June 3, 2022
Can't believe it's been 6 years already miss the high school days we had a lot of fun together
Norm Chabot
June 14, 2016
Rest in peace Fred.
May you find more happiness in the afterlife.
Michelle Robertson
June 10, 2016
I love you Dad. Now you can go racing with Ron Bouchard and go to see Elvis too. Hug our loved ones for me :-) I miss you so much, we'll meet again Dad. I'm glad your with the angels and not suffering here anymore. Love your peanut Shelby (Michelle)
Al Leclair
June 10, 2016
There were four of us that use to hang together in high school. A lot of good memories.he will be missed.he was a great guy.
Penny Walker
June 9, 2016
Michelle and family... we lost a kind and gentle soul. I always enjoyed our visits! Michelle & Kerry, you are a rockstars and I admire you for staying with your Dad, protecting & comforting him and taking such great care of him to the end. Auntie Tootsie and I send our love and look forward to seeing you soon. Hugs coming your way! Rest in peace Uncle Freddie.. until we meet again.
Lisa Fortunato
June 9, 2016
Michelle, Kerry and Family, my deepest sympathy. It is not easy losing a loved one but he suffers no more and is a resting peaceful place. Much Love
Dave Morris
June 9, 2016
Growing up across the street from the McGowans was a great experience. To this day, I can't hear an Elvis song without thinking of that house and of one of the huge collection of Elvis LPs playing in their big wooden record console. Fred always had a friendly hello for you when you walked into the house which made you feel right at home while you were over there. My thoughts are with Michael, Michelle, and the rest Fred's family in dealing with their loss.
June 9, 2016
Rest in paradise grandpa, I love you.
Fitchburg High School Class of 1966
June 9, 2016
The Fitchburg High School Class of 1966 sends its most sincere condolences to the family of our classmate Fred. We are so sorry for your loss. Love trumps death.
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