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William Gowan Obituary
August 23, 1955 - February 13, 2013
William "Bill" Gowan, 57, of Modesto, passed away February 13, 2013 in Modesto, CA.
William is survived by his wife, Linda Gowan; mother, Shirley Gowan; his brother, Keith Gowan; his daughters, Lee Ann Esquivel, Alicia Bryant and Kim Batalo; his son, William "BJ" Gowan; and nine grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held at Eaton Family Funeral Home in Modesto on Friday, Februay 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Clifford Sexton will be officating.
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Linda Gowan
June 14, 2013
I miss you more as every day passes. I will love you always and forever. I cherish the 23 wonderful years we had together! You are and will always be the love of my life ,until we meet again i know you will walk every step along with me i may not see you but i can feel you there! i love you baby, your loving wife..
April 30, 2013
I love and miss u so much!!!!
lee ann esquivel
April 22, 2013
love and miss you so much pops!
Ron Rose
March 5, 2013
Just heard about Bill's death. I have fond memories of our high school years. Truly sorry about your loss.
February 16, 2013
Shirley and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you, Bobbye Gowan (Oklahoma Gowan)
February 15, 2013
Alicia, sending lots of comforting thoughts your way.
Paula, Sutter Creek CA
February 15, 2013
so sorry for your loss kim, know that he is at peace now and in no more pain, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. patty hillrich
Pat Gowan
February 15, 2013
We are thinking of you all with such sadness. Wishing you all our best at this difficult time.
Love, from the Kansas Gowans - Margaret, Pat & David
February 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss, Kim. God bless youas you remember him and grieve your loss.
Lillie Johnson
February 15, 2013
Isaac's Grandma & Grandpa Johnson send love and prayers to your family. Just know that God can heal the pain if you give it all to him!
Louise Martin
February 15, 2013
Alicia, so sorry for your loss. Will be remembering you and your family.
Lewis Bryant
February 15, 2013
Margie & Lewis Ray Bryant of Frierson, La. Isaac's Grandfather and wife Margie send our love & prayers to Alicia & Family
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