John F Dowling

1978 - 2025

John F Dowling obituary, 1978-2025, Lewiston, ME

John F Dowling

1978 - 2025

BORN

1978

DIED

2025

John Dowling Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 18, 2025.
Lewiston - John Frances Dowling passed away suddenly at home after a lifelong battle with severe asthma and breathing difficulties. John was a valued store manager of Sam's Club in Scarborough. He had many previous management positions, was a stay at home dad for many years. John was a hard worker and was always willing to learn new skills. John loved all animals and had many of his own dogs Metta was his love, as well as several other animals. John is survived by his loving wife, Serena Dowling of Lewiston, Step-Son Tyler Dyer of Lewiston. His children Chloe, Calvin and James. His brother and sister in law, Richard and Michelle Dowling, of Canterbury NH, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is predeceased by his parents Peter and Carol Dowling formerly of Fremont NH.

There will be a celebration of life in Spring of 2026.

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Michelle Dowling

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I first met John when he was 11 years old and the constant love he had for animals was amazing. He had been in and out of our lives though the years and I´m thankful that the recent years were in for us, we will miss you John, a life gone way too soonlove your sister in law Michelle and your brother Rick

Serena Dowling

Yesterday

I love you so much Babe & will miss you FOREVER. Please come visit me in my dreams. You loved all our animals but here´s a free photos of you with some.

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