Frank Dowlen

Frank Dowlen obituary, Clarksville, TN

Frank Dowlen

Frank Dowlen Obituary

Visit the McReynolds Nave & Larson Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Stewart "Frank" Dowlen, age 77, of Clarksville, TN, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville, TN.

Frank entered this life on April 7, 1948 in Chelsea, MA to Jack H. Dowlen, Sr. and Katherine Stewart Dowlen. He was a graduate of Austin Peay State University and a Veteran of The United States Navy.

He is preceded in death by his dear parents, and his twin  brother, Jack Dowlen. 

Survivors include his nephews; josh, and Cody Dowlen; and sisters, Carol Dowlen McGregor and Kathy Dowlen Gaines. 

Online condolences may be made at www.NaveFuneralHomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

McReynolds Nave & Larson Funeral Home

1209 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040

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