Craig J. Cowden

Craig J. Cowden obituary, Lebanon, PA

Craig J. Cowden

Craig Cowden Obituary

Visit the Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. - Lebanon website to view the full obituary.

Craig J. Cowden passed away on November 7th, 2024 in Lebanon PA. Born in Lebanon, he was the son of James G. Cowden and Janet L. (Bair) and brother to his sister Wendi. Music was a major passion in Craigs life. One time he owned his own used record store in Abington PA. He enjoyed attending as many concerts as possible supporting local bands around the area. Craig was also an avid collector and seller of unique items, many he collected in his time living in Costa Rica. He loved the flea markets where he would sell items but also spent time looking for the rare find. Craig always said he is living the life he wanted. Craig was preceded in death by his father James G. Cowden, his grandparents Grover C and Lillian Mae Cowden, Charles and Doris Bair. He is survived by his mother Janet Cowden, sister Wendi Ruddy(Cowden) and her husband Daniel, Aunt Anita Haulman and cousin Robin Carroll and her husband John, plus relatives in Michigan. Burial will be a private gathering of family.

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Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. - Lebanon

226 Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA 17042

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