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William McGowan Obituary
William "Bill" K. McGowan, 64, of Houston, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, Monday, April 25, 2022. Born June 13, 1957, he was a loving son of the late William P. McGowan.
He was the beloved husband to Noreen McGowan for 37 years; loving father of Ashely (Brian) Collins, Shannon (Mike Deighan) McGowan and Sean (Jamie) McGowan; cherished GaGa to Ava Hurbanek, Tyler Collins, Jillian Hurbanek, Alex Hurbanek, Gracin Collins, Michael William Deighan and Connor McGowan; loving brother of Patrick (Toni) McGowan. He was also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Bill retired from Richmond Engineering Works after many years. He was very passionate about his job and well respected by his colleagues.
Bill was an avid baseball fan, especially of the Pittsburgh Pirates. He loved golfing and coaching youth sports. Bill enjoyed traveling to the beach and most importantly spending time with his family. He was an amazing husband, dad and GaGa.
Family and friends are welcome from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724)260-5546, where a funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, April 29. Burial will follow at Oak Spring Cemetery.
View and sign the family's guest book at pittsburghcremation.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for William McGowan
3 Entries
Craig B Whitaker, Jr.
May 19, 2022
I only just learned of Bill´s passing and want to offer my condolences to all of Bill´s family. I worked with Bill at Richmond Engineering from 2018 to 2020. He was a terrific guy and a pleasure to know, both professionally and personally.
Joi A. Newberne
May 6, 2022
My deepest condolences to the McGowan family. Praying for your collective healing and peace at this difficult time.
Terry Mullins Mersino
April 27, 2022
Noreen So sorry to hear of your husbands passing. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Apr
28
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care - Peters Township3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317
Apr
29
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care - Peters Township3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317
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