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Rona Dowling Obituary

Dowling, Rona

75, of Hudson, Florida, passed away on January 14, 2026 at home with her family. Rona was born in Long Island, NY. She retired after working 15-plus years for Pasco County schools. Rona is predeceased by her parents, Theodore and Frances Baidor-Kay; and by her loving husband, John W. Dowling. She is survived by her three children, Robert, William and Sharon; her 10 grandchildren, Raquel, Rachel, Daniel, Alexis, Ciara, Jasmin, John William VI, Cameron, Brooke, and Erik Jr. "EJ"; as well as her four great-grandchildren. Rona loved cruising with her friends and family.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 1, 2026.

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Kerry Neidel

January 30, 2026

We love you and miss you dear friend but we know you are at peace and happy to be with John and The Lord. Love Kerry

Kathy Mason

January 30, 2026

Robert, William, Sharon and Familes,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all on the loss of your Mother/Grandmother. I will always remember her as being kind to my brother and I when I met her. May she rest in peace!
Big Hugs.
Love Kathy and Family.

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