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John Sowa Obituary
After high school at St. Anthony of Padua in Watkins Glen, NY where John excelled in basketball, baseball, soccer and cross-country, he went on to graduate from St. John's University in Brooklyn, NY with a teaching degree and furthered his education with Masters Degrees in English and Administration.
John's long career in education began as a high school teacher at Franklin K. Lane High School in Brooklyn, NY and then at Middle Township High School in Cape May County, NJ. He went on in the district to become Principal of Elementary 1.
John was active in church functions at Our Lady of the Angels in Cape May Court House, NJ as a member of the Parish Council, a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, and an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. He was an accomplished guitarist and writer of song with a dozen published hymns for church services. He loved writing a song for his wife Marcia every time she turned a new decade, songs she treasures. His Christian faith was a priority in his life, and he continued his life-long devotion to our Lord and His Mother at St. Vincent de Paul in Wildwood, FL.
John was an avid reader, especially of mystery novels. He was a seasoned traveler with his wife Marcia, enjoyed golfing in earlier years here in The Villages, and walking his precious pet shih tzu, Zoe. His warm and outgoing personality was evident in the many people he enjoyed meeting and talking with on his walks.
John is survived by his beloved wife Marcia of nearly 60 years; a son Christopher (Jennifer); and a daughter Lisa; his four grandchildren Ryan (Caroline), Justin (Alana), Julia, and Emily; a great-granddaughter Lillian; his sister Terry, his brother Joe (Debbie); and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on April 25, 2024 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wildwood, FL. at 1 p.m.. Inurnment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Cold Spring, NJ at a later date. In John's memory, donations may be made to Cornerstone Hospice Foundation at cornerstonehospice.org.
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Jacqueline
November 22, 2024
Some of us are lucky enough to have a teacher who makes a permanent impact. Mr. Sowa was a wonderful teacher who encouraged me in what has become a lifelong career and passion - writing. May his memory be a blessing.
Sheryl Wachsman Prenzlau
July 25, 2024
He was the best English teacher ever!
Christine Bradway
May 4, 2024
I am saddened to learn of the passing of John. I worked with John for many years in the Middle Township, NJ Public School System. My condolences to his family.
John Malinowski
May 2, 2024
I am so sorry to hear the news of Mr. Sowas' passing. I always enjoyed his company. My prayers go out to Marcia, Chris & Lisa.
Michelle Wiseley
April 26, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for all of you as you celebrate the life of a good man.
Sincerely,
Michelle Wiseley
Barbara Ludman Eufrasio
April 18, 2024
Marcia and family,
I am sending my deepest sympathies for your great loss of such a good man. I have such fond memories from long ago, the times spent with you during our MTHS days.
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