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David McGowan Obituary

A lifelong Angeleno, David was born in Torrance on March 25, 1960, and died at home in Eagle Rock on November 22, 2015. He graduated from Torrance High in 1978 and from UCLA in 1983. In addition to owning his own construction business, he was a courageous and brilliant investigative writer whose insightful work opened the eyes and minds of many. He is survived by daughters Alissa, Megan, and Shane McGowan, parents J. Robert and Shirley Griffith McGowan, and brothers Michael and Craig.

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Published by New York Times from Dec. 1 to Dec. 6, 2015.

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Vassilios Korosidis

June 13, 2025

A brilliant mind who lives on forever.

MY

May 26, 2025

Just got thru LaurelCyn for the 2nd time & am going for a 3rd pass before going backwards to devour all of De.Mcgowen's good works...


Weezy of WhatisTruth pod really motivated me to buck up on reading the book I had known about for years...He has me excited on the Lincoln book also...

Good day...

Happy to correspond with anyone like minded...@ powerfromhell proton

Ruff

February 6, 2025

Thanks Dave. Though I never knew you we could have crossed paths. Your research cleared up many things. I hope you were not victimized for looking deeper. Your work opened the door to many other hidden secrets in "Hollywood". RIP

Pauline Hobson

November 1, 2024

How sad I feel that you are no longer here to share your wealth of knowledge and insight. I have recently read Weird Secrets Inside the Canyon recommended by former TV presenter, now revealer of truth.. Neil Oliver.. a passionate Scotsman fighting for justice in this corrupted world. The book just blew my mind... although in light of what´s going on in this world today, it didn´t surprise me... just more confirmation of what I already know and suspected to be true. Thank you so much and may God Bless and continue to protect your family.

Craig McGowan

October 17, 2024

Love to you all for the continued support and Gracious Words at this now difficult time for the Family
Love, Craig A McGowan

Tony Glynn

October 16, 2024

Multiple time poster, but I mention Dave almost every day and I'm discovering more and more people are becoming aware of his Gift.
I mentioned David in a Mr Truthbomb video and he responded right away saying that David was a huge influence on his work. Mr Truthbomb might be doing a documentary on David McGowan.
God loves the Truth Teller, and David and Mr Truthbomb are Truth Tellers. Viva Cristo Rey

Mike Ott

October 16, 2024

My wife and I talk about your work almost every day Dave.. your curiosity and perspective has been an inspiration.. and has made us better artists and brought us so much wonder and mystery... thank you for making the world more interesting. You are missed.

Ann francis

October 15, 2024

I miss you all the time. I feel lucky to have known you.

Jen

October 14, 2024

When I heard dave speak about laurel canyon and b bomb, and his meticulous research. He changed my thinking.

What a great teacher.

I feel soo lucky to have found his work.

tom biggs

September 8, 2024

Blessings to Dave's family. Few have opened my eyes or made me think as much as Dave did, and I am grateful.

Alexander Akhter

September 3, 2024

Influential contribution to American politics and history.

Rena

August 12, 2024

He did some amazing research, courageous guy. May you rejoice in Gods kingdom where none of the darkness of this world is found. Your work is appreciated and acknowledged. "For with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief." Ecclesiastes 1:18

John H

July 27, 2024

I speak his name and picture his face almost daily, waking people up to the facade world we live in. I never remember book titles, so I say, "it's in Dave McGowan's book" or "you gotta see Dave McGowan's video" or "go to Dave McGowan's site". Now others speak his name as they learn of the gifts he left for us. My 13 yr old son tell's his friends "it's in Dave McGowan's book".
Dave, you may not be here but you will not be forgotten for many generations. Thank you, Dave....Thank you so much !!

Fran

April 13, 2024

I only just heard about this site.
What a courageous man, and what valuable research. A great loss - and that's an understatement.
Although he thinks not, he likely was targeted. Too 'convenient " a death for those trying to suppress truth. Too many good people have gone like this.
I'll read this information with great interest and gratitude.
Hoping for the day when truth is not hidden from most.

Duran Aziz

March 30, 2024

King

Richard Roy (R. Roy) Blake

March 4, 2024

In answer to Craig McGowan's question as to whether I am the author in question, in fact, I am. You can email me at [email protected]. Craig, will you be carrying on Dave's work? God Bless

Craig McGowan

March 3, 2024

To R. Roy Blake. I do not know if you will see this but if you are the author of "O E: S C I US I" I have been trying to locate you for a very long time

Richard Roy (R. Roy) Blake

February 25, 2024

I am sorry that I never met Dave McGowan, from the interviews I have heard he was an incredibly interesting and courageous investigative reporter.

Paul Moore

February 11, 2024

Sorry he is gone. Did some amazing research. Buy his books.

DK

January 20, 2024

What a loss for all of us, but especially for his family. I always was 'awake' since childhood, but Mr. McGowan brought so much more into focus for me. I own and cherish every book. What a Godsend. Thank you Dave, for all you did for us.

JVM

January 19, 2024

Thank you. You're still spreading truth and light in a world darkened beyond belief. God bless you abundantly for all the people you have helped to wake up and God bless your family.

Sid

January 9, 2024

As victory approaches, it is sad Dave is not here to see it all.

Shawna P

December 26, 2023

Dave you a true artist.. and brought so much wonderful knowledge to our lives. Thanks for being curious and investigating the unknown.

Ron

December 8, 2023

I just wanted to say "Thank you!" to one of the great truth tellers of our time. Taken too early, what great insight you could have given us during these dark times we've now entered. Your incredible ability to see through the fog of lies and present reality would have been so helpful now. Nevertheless, I refer to you very often in conversations with others and urge them to read all you've written and learn the truths you uncovered and presented to all of us. Thanks, Alissa, for maintaining Dave's website and helping to keep his work and memory alive for all of us!

Jeff Edmundsn

December 1, 2023

A memory...
I am from Oregon and was visiting my daughter in Pasadena years ago. I had read David's books and threw a "Hail Mary" messaging him on face book to see if he would like to meet up for a coffee in Sun City, his home town. He responded "sure, meet me at the Star Bucks at this address" An hour later we were drinking coffee and having a great discussion. That's the kind of guy he was. An amazing human being.

Christopher Walker

November 30, 2023

I'm in the first chapter of Weird Scenes Inside The Canyon and it's fascinating. I love David's style of writing. He was obviously a very intelligent, articulate and talented writer. You should be proud. May God bless you abundantly!

Annie Olivo-Champagne

November 30, 2023

Still missing you.

Clare

November 29, 2023

As people learn more and more about the world each day, I am constantly grateful to David for the courage and bravery of his reporting. Always in the hearts of truth seekers.

Paula

November 25, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Steven Boutwell

September 18, 2023

The world lost an investigative journalist that went into the murkiest parts of society's darkest waters. They don't make many investigators like David...we are in debt without him.

David Quinn

September 16, 2023

Hi Alissa, I am reading your Dad's book about Laurel Canyon. I didn't realise he had died. I am sorry for your loss. He was clearly one of the good guys. Take care, David Quinn, Ireland.

Emma

September 14, 2023

I was so fascinated by your father Mr McGowan's book 'Weird Scenes' that I was moved to try to write to him. A sad discovery indeed that he is no longer with us. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I look forward to exploring more of his intriguing work, and I wish you all the best for the future. Warmly, Emma

Barbara Fearn

July 26, 2023

Just been made aware of David´s work, I am keen to read what appear to be amazing books .

Peter Dale Black

July 6, 2023

Gifted writer
He had the gift of communicating to his readers directly.
Legendary

Takis

April 22, 2023

You are missed, Dave.

Silvia

April 18, 2023

I know I signed this back when Dave first shuffled off this mortal coil. I still recommend his work quite often. I do wish he were with us to make more sense of the senseless. Thank you to Alissa for keeping the website up and running, even though it's near impossible to find when one enters Dave's name in a search engine. Best to his family.

Tony Glynn

January 24, 2023

This is the second time, I've left a message, the first was in 2020 and I was wondering where I first started seeing with New Eyes at the mess our America and the whole world is in today. It was seeing David McGowan in a old YouTube video with him talking about the music of my Life. Turns out David McGowan was born 20 days after me. I was in Toledo when I was born but we moved to Miami in late 1960 when I was several months old and I was the 12th of 13 siblings. My little brother was born in Miami two to the day after me. We have two sets of birthdays with siblings sharing the same birthday.
But for us in south Florida back in the day, we loved our Florida boys LSB, and 38 special and more southern Rock, but there was something special about the songs coming from Cali.
When David connected the Hit Makers back to their parents I was so pissed off and angry with the world and it's Lies.
True story, I ended up losing over 100 pounds dealing with severe body pain and a crunched Heart. I have made it my mission to try to spread the information David McGowan put together and I mention his name in comments All the time, encouraging folks to check out the site.
He's my brother of Our Holy Mother and the Christ Jesus the King. David McGowan was a Truth Teller and God Loves Truth Teller's Well Done David, your work isn't done yet, here on earth it still getting out there, and heart's and mind's are bringing brought to the Light. Super Way Cool Viva Cristo Rey

Mike Singleton

January 22, 2023

I wish I had known Dave, he was clearly a truly critical thinker, I discovered his writings via a link to the Laurel Canyon essay.

I was born in 45 and for my whole life have perceived the world through a similar lens to the one that Dave used in his personal search for truth and facts. Thank very much to Alissa for preserving Dave's work.

It is so important given the morass of rubbish being distributed by those who would try to bend our energy and spirits to their selfish wants.

Dave I truly wish I had had the opportunity to know you, your spirit lives on, as indeed it should

I now have a lot of reading to do.

Clare

December 19, 2022

Listened to an interview with Dave recently and his work has changed a lot in our world. He is a hero and very much beloved by those of us that know.

Annie Olivo-Champagne

December 10, 2022

I will never forget you Dave.
You made a huge impact on my life when you here and a bigger hole in my heart when you left.
I will forever hold you in my heart.
Love,
Annie

Shane McGowan

December 9, 2022

It’s been 7 years. I’ve been thinking about Dad a lot lately. Thank you Uncle Craig for showing me this page exists. It’s so nice to see people saying such lovely things about my dad.
Love and miss you Dad, with all my heart

David

November 19, 2022

Just found this website in honor of Dave. I didn´t always agree but I always loved and sought out his research and interviews. I loved his passion for his subjects. Prayers and Blessings to his family and may Dave Rest In Peace!

I Am Yours, You Are Mine

November 2, 2022

It is fascinating that in a world teeming with the credulous, the undemanding, and the easily manipulated, there arises some few individuals who dedicate themselves to...simple Truth. This is something that goes well beyond character or integrity. It is a reflection of the soul of that person, and a blindingly clear exterior projection of the clarity that animates them while here with us on Earth.

We can't thank them, and we can never replay these people in the coin which they have given us. We can remember them, be inspired by their example, and try to keep the light of Truth and logical rigor alive for those who come after.

Wherever Dave is now, I am quite sure he is not taking anything for granted.

J P

October 11, 2022

It´s a solemn feeling to become utterly realigned and oriented by fresh takes on anything in life. Dave seemed like an incredibly concerned and thoughtful spirit, who truly wanted the truth to come to the surface. He always sounds careful in everything he said, because he meant it. I have become totally inspired in my long standing neglected passion of writing because of Dave and will never forget the feeling of that new found perspective his work granted me, all the while in a very monotonous and creatively stale part of my life. Dave is a true American hero and he might not be remember by everyone but he will certainly be remembered by me.

Christopher Laskoski

September 18, 2022

My wife Sarah is always on it like bluebonnet when it comes to finding me reading material and it was a few weeks ago when she dropped Weird Scenes on my nightstand. Every time I came home from work I would stare at it for a while before finishing another read. Never touched it - never even held it in my hand. Had never heard of the book or the author. When I did pick it up finally - I felt that he was no longer present. I started reading the book a few days ago and I'm one chapter from finishing. I'm here to say that our home library will include every published work by your father as soon as possible. I am so sorry for your loss. His passing is, if not yet felt by everyone, an incredible loss for the entire world. Weird Scenes is greatness and, if I may say, is just one beginning to hit upon a much larger history/reality of America and - more importantly - the entire world as it is and has been. And let me also say that at this point (beginning several years ago) it is very hard to surprise me or shock me with any revelation. Your dad has come the closest to doing so in a long time. R.I.P. David

Roman Strong

September 5, 2022

Unfortunately David McGowan is not physically with us anymore, but his work has been, and will continue to be, an inspiration and guiding light for many like myself who are seeking truth in this world of deception and corruption. Thank you Mr. McGowan and Rest In Peace You´re a true hero

Cindy Reid

September 4, 2022

Alissa,

To Dave's daughter.
I think I offered my condolences to you when your father passed away. I just found out you had a website in his honour today so I subbed to it. I think your dad was the best. I hope you are well.
Cindy in Canada September 4, 2022

cormac

August 21, 2022

i am just a fan of dave's books. i didnt become aware of him till well after his passing, but i feel like i know the guy. because his personality comes through his writing. hes my hero and i want to be just like him. theres a whole generation of researchers picking up where he left off and we all stand in his shadow.

Dan Argabright

August 6, 2022

I wanted to say that I'm so glad I discovered Mr. McGowan. And then like so many I found out he was gone.
I'm looking forward to reading everything he wrote.
I wonder what Mr. McGowan would have said about this covid thing? I'm pretty sure I know.

Sid Pawar

July 30, 2022

Dave, hope you are keeping the angels straight and narrow. I just came across your writings. I am shocked that despite us having been in same community both geographically and otherwise, i am just getting to know you. Well better late than never I guess. We are the torch bearers now and I promise that the flame you have lit in our hearts will never be extinguished.

Rest easy, brother.

Single Memorial Tree

Paul Arensburg

Planted Trees

Ricardo

February 11, 2022

A few days ago, I was given the link to David's expose on the beginning of the Hippie Movement and the musicians/bands of the 60's and, I have really enjoyed his writing style and the information he's shared. It's been compelling reading!
I'm sorry that he's no longer with us but, I thought I'd just share the enjoyment and the engagement of his work. I'm up to Chapter 12 and am busily sharing his work with my friends.
He was a great Writer and it's sad he's no longer with us.

Diana Robinson

January 30, 2022

When I first discovered David's work, I was thrilled. One of the best writers in the truth movement that I've ever encountered to this day. I was deeply saddened, shortly thereafter, to learn that he'd already passed. It must have been 2016, or so. R.I.P., David. Your work is very much missed. Also, blessings to the family. This was a giant loss for humanity.

Val Savage

January 26, 2022

I miss Dave so very much. Just listening to him tell a story was entrancing. I stillput one of his many videos on to fall asleep to. His words of wisdom reached far & wide. They just don't make 'em like Dave anymore I truly hope his daughters are doing well, I know they were all very close to their dad - and what beautiful girls they are. He absolutely adored them I'm sure he's watching from upstairs so they're certainly not 'off the hook' My heart breaks for his parents also as NO PARENT shld EVER have to bury their child! It's a soul crushing pain that I can relate to. I lost my only child, my 20yr old daughter and, well, let's just say "I know" & leave it at that. If knowing how close he was to his daughters is any indication of how close he was to his brothers, I'm sure their heart is heavy.
If anyone happens to run into a man who has all the unique qualities Dave possessed, PLEASE let me know. But realistically, I think we all know we'd be hard-pressed to find such a man.
My deepest condolences to the rest of his family & dear friends. Your loss is immeasurable

Woodstock

January 25, 2022

I wish Dave would have gotten to see Once Upon A Time In Hollywood. I think he would have loved it.

Bill.

November 10, 2021

I just came across his videos, interviews & books,
but only wish I had known about this earlier. His family has memories and a legacy they all can be proud of. Another one of a kind of individual that we lost far too soon.

Liam

November 5, 2021

You changed my life, Mr McGowan. I still devour your writing and its truth frequently, 10 years after I was first introduced to your sarcasm-laden, beautifully put observations and intrepid research. And your video appearances were spectacular, showing you to be dry, humane and avuncular. As well as hilariously funny. Thanks, Dave, for everything you did. If only the world would heed your wisdom. Rest well.

Arden

November 4, 2021

I am a researcher and just found this site. I will pass the site on to many I know. Thank You Alissa for keeping your dad's work alive.

FLORIAN

October 27, 2021

Just got to this site today, 10/27/21. May David rest in peace. Taken from the world far too early. Bless you for maintaining this site!

Jane

August 23, 2021

Passing his work on to the next generation.
He will not be forgotten. Thanks Alissa for all of your efforts. They elites are few, we are many. We can do this.

Stephanie

July 11, 2021

My condolences for the loss of your loved one.
I have just discovered his work and am grateful for an education on a shrouded societies, cultures and covert mind bogglers!

Mark Flannery

June 29, 2021

Alissa

I lost my dad in 2009 and it was and is the most jarring thing that has ever happened to me. He was an imperfect father but also one who did everything for his boys. He held Montague Winfield´s position at the Pentagon in the late 80s and unfortunately I did become fully red pilled until fairly recently. How I wish I had known your dad 20 years ago.

Nevertheless, your father´s writing and insight has played a huge part in my worldview going sideways and I can not thank him enough. I doubt I´m the only one who´s said this before but I feel like a miss him and there is a sense of loss for me that I missed him.

I´m sorry you lost your father so quickly but now with some time I´m sure you´ve learned that they never really go away it´s just that we can´t talk to them anymore or should I say they don´t talk back, at least not in the same way they used to. Your father was a true visionary and an incredibly important truth teller. Thank YOU for continuing his legacy

Rohan

June 20, 2021

I discovered Dave's works by chance about 6 months ago, and its been completely enlightening. A true genius of our times, his researching and writing ability was phenomenal. It is sad to think about how many newsletters that have gone unwritten since 2015. It is every readers responsibility to ensure Dave's legacy is maintained. His writings will still be relevant and useful a century from today. Best wishes to Alissa and the rest of the family.

John herring

June 5, 2021

I just wanted to give my heartfelt condolences to Mr. McGowan's family. He was an amazing researcher and writer who helped me make sense of so many things in my life that never seemed right. Thanks for everything you've done. I don't know what I can say to thank Dave's family for saving the website as well. May God bless you and your family.

Philip Hamilton

May 14, 2021

Dave, I only knew you through this computer, and then the books--God, I miss you. How many times have I wished you were here, the sharp insight told with humor that sometimes made me cry from laughing. Thank-you Dave. Maybe, if you can, possess somebody that's here now, and give them your view of this world as it unravels. No doubt, you are still the best at this game.

Liz

May 12, 2021

Courageous man. Another truth teller bites the dust. Wish I’d known him. I’d like to speak to his daughters about his republished works.

Pete Kevin

December 29, 2020

Have your father's book, Programed and still enjoy reading it. Being a carpenter, former long-haired, barefoot hippie from the '70's, he's one man who I wish I could've met. The good die young. My condolences and gratitude to his family and friends.

gene mulcahy

December 9, 2020

he died on my birthday ,history will remember him when all the bad people are forgotten

Richard James Simpson

November 24, 2020

Seeing the memories that are left for our beloved Dave McGowan warms my heart. I am the sponsor of this Guest Book. I only had a few written correspondences with Dave; however, I felt honored to be contacted by such a giant among men as Dave. Although the outpouring of love for Dave makes me very happy, on the anniversary time of his death one really feels his absence. I can't help but think what amazing observations he would have had had he lived. The world is even more catastrophic than when he left.

All my best wishes to his family. Thank you carrying on his legacy. You should be extremely proud of what a remarkable human being he was.

Warmest regards,
Richard James Simpson

Kelly Maria

November 23, 2020

I can't believe it is 5 years since your life was so cruelly cut short. You are still sorely missed. I will always be grateful for the wit and wisdom you shared with us. May your legacy continue to shine light into the rabbit holes that lead to truth, justice and freedom. RIP.

Tony Glynn

November 22, 2020

Thanks Dave for helping me Wake Up. His talks about Larural Canyon and the music I grew up on was the opening of my Eyes. I pray that you are resting in the Peace of Jesus. Viva Cristo Rey

Linda k

October 10, 2020

Dave, I’m sorry about your passing, you’ve left behind a legacy of truth that only people who seek would find so informative. Gone way too soon, but never forgotten.

Clare

September 4, 2020

A brilliant man who is sorely missed and who was one of the first who put all the pieces together. Thank you for keeping his work alive. It is priceless.

Ralph Lewis

August 15, 2020

God blesses ALL Truthseekers & Honest Communicators.
Thank you Alissa

Cliff Logan

July 1, 2020

Miss the knowledge and wisdom of your dad every day. Many many thanx for this website which will live on for more years than us mortals.

On the other hand, perhaps it is best that Dave is not here to witness the absolute shambles our world is now in. I'm sure not even in his wildest dreams could he have imagined what it has now descended into.

RIP Dave, you're in a better place!

Penelope Veteosky

April 28, 2020

I know it has been 5 years since the loss of your dad. I lost mine 2017. They broke the mold. I have only recently fallen onto the site but WHAT a character he must have been. I know your pain but also your joy in remembering him. I am immensely enjoying the reads. I feel like Neo after taking the red pill. Im still rubbing that hole in back of my head. Using my dads reverent words to me " You are an honorable daughter".in your duty to maintain your fathers work and web site. I thank you. My eyes have been opened. Sincerely, Penelope Vetrosky

Hailey Kirksey

April 26, 2020

I have read a few of David's books these last few years, and listened to many of his interviews!! Great investigator and cool, funny writer. His books have had a huge impact on the way I see the world, and I will ALWAYS recommend them. Rest in peace, brother

Don Waltman

April 24, 2020

I had just heard of David 4 weeks ago. Since then I've heard a few of his interviews and as a right-wing, nationalist-populist Trumper, I thought how wonderful this left wing guy that has sought the truth so diligently. Now I find out that he's dead. It literally brought tears to my eyes. Having read Harold Percival's Thinking and Destiny, I'd say that his transition will be that much easier, having already had peeled away many of the layers of denial that most of us never uncover.

Kevin

April 14, 2020

Immensely talented investigative journalist who's earlier work is now eerily prophetic. Thank you for the time and effort you put into your work, Dave. You will be missed.

Fred

April 13, 2020

One of my favorite writers.

Dan J

April 11, 2020

Found Dave's words last week. Realized he was gone yesterday. I did not know him. I mourn the loss of the books that might have been. His was a life not wasted.

Dennis McMahon

January 28, 2020

Great that you keep this website alive !

Housewife Middle England

January 14, 2020

What an amazing man you must be so proud I'm very glad he did so much incredible research it is truly a loss that he left early

Lee Smith

November 30, 2019

Miss you Dave, we all do. You lit up the sky, i.e., the mind. Love you.
Lee Smith

Paula Bernoski

November 26, 2019

Miss you Dave. Your the Best!

Annie Olivo-Champagne

November 26, 2019

I love and miss you, more than you will ever know. RIP till we meet again!!!!

Danick Hubert

November 25, 2019

I will forever remember this amazing & insightful person who has been an inspiration to me & so many others. In support of his family & friends I'd like to share all my love & compassion from France.

john tiffany

October 28, 2019

Very sorry about the untimely death of the great researcher and writer David McGowan.--John Tiffany

Valeri Savage

October 12, 2019

Miss your wisdom and insight, among so many other things. Hoping your family is healing and peace is a part of their hearts. You will be missed by SOO MANY Dave! Just wanted to let you know I'm still thinking of you - like so many others. The world is just not the same without you Until we meet again, love and light ❤ ~Peace

mike mcshane

September 20, 2019

First my thought's and good wishes to all of you in Dave's family,i'm sure you are all proud of his incredible body of work,which over the years i have read and been enlightened and shocked by at the same time. I wish there were more men like him around today(Sep 2019) God bless you all! [email protected]

Annie Olivo-Champagne

July 16, 2019

Hi Dave,
There isn't day that goes by that doesn't have a thought of you. I want you to know that I love and miss you and well carry you in my heart for the rest of my days till we meet again.
Love,
Annie

Pete Lounsbury

July 13, 2019

The great light and infectious personality of D.M. was too much for the powers that be. He was taken just before he conquered the world with truth--leaving lesser men with lesser ability to finish the job. Good luck to all truthers. Keep the light alive!

Matt P

July 13, 2019

Thanks for sharing your fierce intellect, passion and sense of humour with us, Dave. Your writing and your analysis were one of a kind. You will be sorely missed.

per hansen

July 4, 2019

Thank you for your writing, even though you have been dead a long time now YOU David L. MxGowan still matter and your work still matter.

Sheri

December 6, 2018

Thank you for your brilliant connections in your research awakening readers to the hidden hands of power. Blessings to you on your spirit journey. Gone too soon...

Kelly Maria

November 22, 2018

Still miss Dave so much. Lighting a candle in your memory today mate and giving thanks for your life. Sending love, prayers and strength to Craig and family.

November 19, 2018

he was 1 in a million...Sadly, we miss his enlightenment to this very day

Jeff E

November 18, 2018

It's been a while now but I still wish this guy was around as things have gotten even more crazy. He took time to have coffee with me once and I am forever grateful to have met him and spent a little time with him.
Crazy side note: my granddaughter was being born in the same hospital, at the same time in Eagle Rock as Dave was catching his departing flight from this crazy world.

Gina Judd

October 9, 2018

Wow. I just discovered the many interviews people did with him on youtube. He's talking on the TV right now. Looking for his website I sadly found out he'd passed away and that made me cry a little bit because his passing is such a loss to the world.

Eric B.

May 10, 2018

Thanks for pulling all those threads in such an articulate manner, yet managing to make me laugh out loud in the process.

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The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

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Ways to honor David McGowan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

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How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

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How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

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