Jean K. Mowbray

Jean K. Mowbray obituary, Mantua, NJ

Jean K. Mowbray

Jean Mowbray Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Smith Funeral Home - Mantua on Jan. 3, 2026.
Jean K. Mowbray (nee Kier), age 88, of Mullica Hill, formerly of Cape May and Ewan, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Born in Barnsboro, she was the daughter of George Kier and Leola A. (nee Sayres). She was married to the late Gene Mowbray for 65 years and she enjoyed being down the shore, going to yard sales, walking, riding her bike, and spending time with her family.
Jean is survived by her two daughters, Linda Mowbray (Tom Lail) of Repaupo and Terri Griest (Dan) of Lititz, PA; two grandchildren, Emily Griest (Philip Belcastro) and Tim Griest; her brother-in-law, Lou Schomber; and a special cousin, Dale Hornak.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her three sisters, Olive Smith, Alma Schomber, and Janet Palese.
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