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Richard COWAN Obituary
Passed away peacefully on April 10, 2012 at the age of 66 with his loving girls by his side. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Olive Cowan. Loving husband of Donna (nee Fetherstonhaugh) for 41 years. Dear father of Kim Cowan (Paul Franczuk) and Kristine Zambito (Nicola). Loving Papa of Brandon, Giovanni, Emma, Alivia. Survived by his brothers and sisters in-law Patrick and Lynne Freeman, Richard and Marjorie Haugh and Ronald and Joyce Burns and Sara Haugh. He will be missed by his special furry companion, Sandy. Rick was retired from Metro Grocery in Windsor after 44 years of service. Visitation will take place at the
James H. Sutton Funeral Home,
401 Sandwich Street South,
Amherstburg, 519-736-2134
on Sunday, April 15, 2012 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in our chapel on Monday, April 16, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. If you desire, donations to the Hospice of Windsor or Windsor Essex County Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be left at
www.jhsutton-funeral.ca
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Nicole Simpson
April 16, 2012
Rick, There are so many things I would have liked to share with you before you left for your journey. So I will say it out loud, and I will write it down so you will hear and others can read of what a truly great, funny, and inspirational man you are. I say are because your legacy will forever live on in many hearts and minds. You played a very important role in who I am today. Your family taught me stability, love, support, importance of education, music, and most of all how truly important family really is<3 I would like to apologize for allowing years to pass by and not taking the time to tell you so. You would be so proud of the woman I have become and the wonderful young men I have raised. I know this is not goodbye, more like a...see you later...for now. Thank you again for being a wonderful husband, grandfather, and father figure to me. Love forever and always your "adopted" daughter:). Nicole and family
Chris & Judy Dywelska
April 16, 2012
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
April 15, 2012
i work with him for many years, and he was a good guy. i m very sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you. cindy tootill
Tony Schwager
April 15, 2012
Rick i will miss our conversations on the street, Your carpentry skills were awesome, now you are with jesus and you guys can share carpentry stories ! Condolences to the Cowman Family. Tony Schwager and Kids.
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Jim Tapak
April 14, 2012
Kimberly I am so sorry to hear of your loss . He must have been a great man , he raised a wonderful person in you . May the Lord comfort your sorrow .
April 14, 2012
I am so saddened to hear. Rick was so much fun to be around at work! It saddens me more as he just retired. Life is too short. God Bless you Donna and your family...Sincerly Madonna Roy
April 13, 2012
Donna and family-Deepest sympathies to you. Rick was a very nice man Jackie Carter & family
Bethune Ansley & Todd
April 13, 2012
Our hearts are with you at this terribly said time. I'm sorry for your loss.
Dorothy & Casey Overgaauw
April 13, 2012
Donna and Family: Words cannot express how saddened we are at Rick's passing. We deeply regret that we are unable to offer our sincerest condolences in person. We know how much he will be missed.
April 13, 2012
Mrs. Cowan and family. Our condolences on the loss of your loved one. He was a very nice man to talk to. Sorry again.
Sandra at Dr. George Wong's office
April 13, 2012
Donna and family.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this tough time. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know.
Linda and Yvette
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