TIMOTHY A. DOWLING

1963 - 2024

DOWLING TIMOTHY A. Timothy Andrew Dowling was born on January 9, 1963 and passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on April 17, 2024 after a long, six year battle with colon cancer. He fought like a warrior and never quit. He is survived by his Mother, Helen (predeceased by his Father, James); daughter, Brigid (Christian); four Grandchildren, Maeve, Margot, Myles, Riley and beloved dog, Charlie; Siblings James, Helen and Joseph (Cindy); Nieces Ione, Hannah, Olivia, Reese and Catherine; and bonus kids Lauren (Brian), Patrick and Thomas (Andreanna). Tim was a lifelong resident of the Oxford Circle neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia. He excelled in sports from a young age, starting out at the Frankford Boys Club in the early 1970's, where he built lifelong friendships. A star running back who set rushing yards and touchdown records, he also was a standout baseball player with the Club. Tim attended grade school at Saint Martin of Tours Catholic School, then entered William Penn Charter High School in ­­­­­­­1977 where he excelled in football and lacrosse. In his senior lacrosse season in 1981, he was named a co-captain and earned First Team All-State honors at midfield. His lacrosse talents earned him a Division 1 scholarship to Drexel University where he again excelled at midfield, and was named co-captain by his teammates his junior and senior years. Tim was part owner of the Green Bay Packers, former Supervisor of Elections serving the City of Philadelphia for 35 years, and Chief Deputy City Commissioner from 2016-2022. Most importantly, Tim was a proud Dad. Brigid was his pride and joy, and he was an even prouder Pop. He was a single father and dedicated his adult life to being the most dedicated Dad. All who knew Tim knew how proud he was of his family. Words people use to describe Tim are gentleman, guy who always did things the right way, intelligent, stubbornly loyal, a guy who always showed up for you, positive, a man of faith, an "Old Frankford Cowboy", role model, fearless, and always put others before himself. If Tim was on your side, you had your back covered. Cancer robbed Tim of the life he deserved, but the lessons and memories he has left will live on forever. If you are reading this, you know your second amendment rights verbatim. He enjoyed the simple things in life and his smile was infectious. He enjoyed golfing, coin collecting and a good win at Parx Casino. We will continue his fight for a cure for him everyday. Tim is a legend, the "rarest of men." Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday 6 to 8 P.M. and Friday 9 to 10:15 A.M. at St. Martin of Tours Church, 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. Funeral Mass Friday 10:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Tim's memory to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111 would be appreciated. JOSEPH A. QUINN, INC.