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Dianne Dowler Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 11, 2014.

Dianne Dowler, 66, of Meadville, formerly of Burgetstown, died unexpectedly Saturday, August 9, 2014, in Meadville Medical Center.
She was born December 6, 1947, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Emil D. and Margaret Michalka Lounder.
Mrs. Dowler was a retired elementary school teacher for Crawford Central School District in Meadville.
She attended both St. Agatha and St. Bridgette churches in Meadville and taught CCD for St. Bridgette.
Mrs. Dowler was a member of Cenacle Prayer Group in Meadville.
She loved spending time with family, however, her grandchildren were the lights of her life.
In September 1969, she married Lee Dowler, who survives.
Also surviving are her children, Jennifer (Frank ) Patinella of Baltimore, Md., and Benjamin (Patricia) Dowler of Scott Township; four grandchildren, Paula Silva Dowler, Lukas Silva Dowler, Maria Fernanda Silva Dowler and Nathaniel Augustine Patinella; and a brother, Donald (Debbie) Lounder of Burgettstown.
Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Taucher Funeral Home, 23 Erie Mine Road, Burgettstown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Burgettstown, with the Rev. George Moneck, as celebrant. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
For further information or to leave a condolence, please visit www.taucherfuneralhome.com.

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August 20, 2014

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Varada Nargund

August 20, 2014

Mrs. Dowler was a wonderful teacher and in inspiring person. I will miss her. My deepest condolences to her family.

Brandi Denman

August 13, 2014

Mrs. Dianne Dowler was one of the only teachers to ever believe in me and my dreams so strongly and fully... One of the only people as I was growing up, whom I could call family. I don't know how many times I used to call her Mom accidentally in class, or how many times she helped me move on and give me hope. I loved her very dearly, and to find out that I will never have the chance to say goodbye to her is one of the most heartbreaking things to have to deal with. I will be mourning her loss just as though she was my own family, and my condolences go out to her true family in their time of grief. Know that she is in a much better place, and no longer in pain. She was such a beautiful and pure-hearted person... She touched the lives of many, and the impact she made on these people will be everlasting. We will never forget her. She will be in my memories forever, and live on through each and every single person she has known. Rest in peace, Mrs. Dowler. I loved you dearly, and I know you'd want me to be happy, tell me to pursue my dreams, and smile that unforgettable smile as always. Goodnight to one of the most beautiful souls I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Thank you so much for all you've done.
The 6th grade class of 2006 will forever be the best school year of my entire life, all thanks to you.

You taught me that I am beautiful no matter what. You were my inspiration. Thank you so much for being there for me as I grew up.

Brandi Denman

August 13, 2014

Mrs. Dowler was one of the only teachers to ever believe in me and my dreams so strongly and fully... One of the only people as I was growing up, whom I could call family. I don't know how many times I used to call her Mom accidentally in class, or how many times she helped me move on and give me hope. I loved her very dearly, and to find out that I will never have the chance to say goodbye to her is one of the most heartbreaking things to have to deal with. I will be mourning her loss just as though she was my own family, and my condolences go out to her true family in their time of grief. Know that she is in a much better place, and no longer in pain. She was such a beautiful and pure-hearted person... She touched the lives of many, and the impact she made on these people will be everlasting. We will never forget her. She will be in my memories forever, and live on through each and every single person she has known. Rest in peace, Mrs. Dowler. I loved you dearly, and I know you'd want me to be happy, tell me to pursue my dreams, and smile that unforgettable smile as always. Goodnight to one of the most beautiful souls I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Thank you so much for all you've done.

August 11, 2014

Dianne was an exceptional teacher and person. She impacted positively the lives of my children and family. Our prayers are with Lee , Jennifer, and Ben.