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Marcus McGowan Obituary

McGowan, Marcus P.W. , Wed., Nov. 23, 2005.
Beloved son of Christina A. McGowan (nee Underwood) and Dewayne Paul McGowan; dear brother of Nicholas C. McGowan; dear grandson of Karin Snyder, Norman (Carolynn) Underwood and Theodore and Eileen McGowan; our dear nephew, cousin and friend.Services: Visitation Sun., Nov. 27, 2-8 p.m. at COLLIER'S Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (Bridgeton) and Mon. at Grace Church, 2695 Creve Coeur Mill Rd. (Maryland Heights), 10:30 until service time 11:30. Interment St. Charles Memorial Garden Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc., 8420 Delmar, 63124.
Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Nov. 26 to Dec. 3, 2005.

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Erica Cyr and Katie Eschmann

September 4, 2006

Marcus you will always be in our hearts forever! We will never ever forget you or the times you've made us laugh! You would brighten our day if we were having a bad one by just putting a smile on your face for us! We miss all the good times we've shared together but we love you. You will always be a part of us and you will always be a special part of our lives.

Katie Eschmann

September 4, 2006

Mcgowan Family,

I know it's some time after the accident but I just previously found out about what has happened. What an Amazing person He was!!! He always knew the right words to say to cheer others up. His heart warming smile was capable of stopping any female dead in her tracks.. He always looked like he was up to no good....and im sure up in heaven he's owning the BET channel on tv and rapping it up....he can own that channel now....hahah azand i Bet he took Wolfgang as his rapper name....what a wonderful part of the family you all had....he will be deeply deeply missed....much love!!!!

Terri Sondergard

August 19, 2006

Dear family of Marcus Mcgowan. I hope it will comfort you in knowing that Marcus continues to smile in our heart. I hope your family is doing well!

Happy Birthday Marcus

May 3, 2006

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

aunty

March 14, 2006

Hello Sweetheart. your birthday is coming up soon your gonna be 20.wow how time fly's. i remember when i saw you and your brother at the holiday inn.and i got to go swimming with you 2.we had so much fun,just the 3 of us.it was like someone said "here its Christmas for you alittle early".thats what that felt like. i got to spend time with you and nick.with no one else there. that was and is one of the greatest days in my life.i so wish you were still here to make more memories with. but now you are making new memories with new and awesome people.you and your brother will always be the greatest things that ever happend to me.and i miss you soooooooo much.i wish i could have just 5 mins with you.just to make you relize how much i love you.i dont think you ever really knew the extent of how much.ok ill stop rambling. i love you sweetheart...Rest Well. i miss you

Dona Wilson

March 7, 2006

Chris, I am so sorry for you and your families lose. Know that he will always be with you.

aunty

February 28, 2006

I MISS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!

aunty

February 13, 2006

hello my beautifull nephew! its almost Valentines Day..whoopeee. anyhow i just want you to know im thinkin of you like i always do. and i miss you like always.well ill write to you again some other time. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU....REST WELL MY LOVE....LOVE AUNTY!

aunty

January 24, 2006

Hello Sweetheart! just want you to know that i love you and miss you sooooooo much. your presence is felt where ever i go. and believe me thats a comfort, so keep coming around to let me know your there, i love you. rest well my love.

Mom

January 15, 2006

Dear Marcus - I miss you so much every day, every moment. I wish you could be back with us just for a little bit so we could tell you again how much you mean to us and what we would do for you. You are the best...your friends keep showing that and I am resigned to never let your memory die.

Love forever, Mom

wayne stenberg

December 27, 2005

Christina and Nick:



It is with deepest sympathy that I send this note. Louise and I can hardly imagine the pain and sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts go with you. We will always remember the summer days of egg hunting, birthday parties, playing ball, riding bikes and growing up. May God keep you and bless you always.



Love



The Stenberg Family

Prom 2004

December 26, 2005

kirsten byrd

December 25, 2005

My Dear Marcus. Merry Christmas. I know you are having a wonderful time where you are.I just want you to know that im thinking about you and i miss you terribly. o how i wish i had that Jeff Gordon picture you gave me.just so i can have a good laugh and remember your beautiful smiling face when you gave it to me. your life was a blessing to me and everyone else you came in contact with.wether it was a minute or 19 years.You brought so much joy into my life.So i guess like the song says."the only thing that gives me hope is that i know i will see you again someday" I LOVE YOU SWEETHEART!!! Look after your Mom and Dad And of course your Brother.MERRY CHRISTMAS I MISS YOU. LOVE YOU ALL MY LIFE AUNTY SHANANA

Grandpa Underwood

December 24, 2005

Christina and Nick,

The loss of our son, brother, and grandson, Marcus, is deeply, deeply tragic, incomprehensible in the way things and events are usually supposed to happen. He was a wonderful member of our wonderful family and circle of friends. Our pain and sorrow because of his absence will be intensified again over Christmas and other typical family times. But, you have many family and friends who love and support you in any way they can, in order to be what ever help they can. Nothing will ever, ever replace Marc for any of us, but, our love for you and for each other is another gift of our loving heavenly father who loves Marc, as well as each of us. We continue to hold you lovingly in our hearts and prayers. God bless you and hold you close in His comforting arms.

Ashly Fitzwater

December 24, 2005

Marcus,

I have thought about you everyday now for the last month. I drive myself crazy wondering what you felt or thought during everything. I force myself to think of all the awesome memories instead of all my questions. I always end up thinking about german class, waterway, parties, spring break, halloween at the PIKE house. I feel like we were just now becoming good friends even though we've known eachother for years. I still can't believe you're gone. I have to remind myself that it was actually you in the accident. Please don't hesitate to drop in on Scott and me. He misses you more than you would have imagined. Save me a seat bitte. Bye 'Marty'

Bill Mulvenna

December 22, 2005

Marcus.



How strange it is here and now on earth to feel as though I have somehow gotten to know you even better than I did in the five years we’ve been together in life. I sit in the living room of your home and keep looking out the window to see if your home yet. It has taken me this long to try and put some words together to truly say to you what I have been thinking. I know you see and hear your Mom, Dad, Brother, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles and cousins, other family members and your great, great friends’ prayers and thoughts and how much they love and miss you. I pray that brings great peace to you. And I pray you hear my words, three words I never said to you keep ringing in my ears when I pray and think of you now. “I love you”. I guess I was worried that it wouldn’t have been very cool if I had said those words to you then. I promise you I’ll never worry about being cool again.



Christina, Nick, and all of Marcus’s family.



Your strength and love throughout this has been an unbelievable thing to experience and I can truly say an inspiration for so many people. When I read and hear other people’s words about what a wonderful person Marcus is and how Nick is such an outstanding young man, I look at the entire family and think that it is no wonder at all. May God bless and calm each of you.



Love, Bill

Debi King

December 19, 2005

Christina and Nick, My prayers are with you both. I can't imagine the pain you must feel. After you called me and told me what had happened, the memeories of Marcus's smile and laugh came rushing into my soul. He could always make me laugh. I recently found a photo of Marus and my grandson laying togather on the couch sleeping. What a wonderful time we all had together that day . I will always have warm spot in my heart for your whole family. Your like my extended family that lives in my heart always.

Love you,

Peace+

Debi King

Kevin Sondergard

December 15, 2005

I met Marcus sophmore year. We got stuck in "Principles of Engineering" together. I dont think I could have made it through that class with my sanity if I didnt have Marcus next to me constantly making me laugh. We worked together at Waterway for almost a year where we shared some insanly cold days washing cars. He will forever live on in my heart.

Hannelore Nyikos

December 12, 2005

Liebe Christine,

es tut mir so leid, dass Du Deinen lieben Sohn auf so eine tragische Weise verloren hast.Meine Gedanken sind bei Dir, Mutti, Kerstin und Nick.

Ich denke sehr oft an Dich und Niemand der so einen Verlust selbst erlebt hat, kann sich in Deinen Schmerz hinein denken.

Tante Hannelore

Claudia King

December 12, 2005

Christina,

I heard about Marcus through Tante Karin and am saddened by your loss. I never new Marcus, but through all the entries I've read, he was a remarkable young man. My heart aches for you and your family. Marcus is now in the best possible hands imaginable. Cherish his memory as so many do, and know that you are in my thoughts.

Claudia King

Karin Snyder

December 10, 2005

I miss your face,I miss your smile,I miss your funny faces you did so well, wich made me laugh.The shyness of your smile will stay with me forever.I miss you terribly,from your loving Oma.

aunt connie richards

December 6, 2005

MARCUS Iam so proud of you. You have made the biggest impression in so many lives. Everyone that you meets you LOVES YOU. your a man all of a kind. You are something SPECIAL to meet. I miss your SMILE. I miss the big hugs and the kiss I always gave you on the cheek. You were a very gorgous young man with "STYLE". I guess you an God are hanging out! Who knows you can probably fly (HA!HA!) You will always be in our hearts. I am proud to be your aunt connie, you are my friend my kin my light I will see again. PLEASE GUIDE ME HOME IN MY TIME! love always AUNT CONNIE UNCLE ERIC BRENDON ZARIAH HANNAH LOVE PEACE CHICKEN GREESE mucus mucus mucus SEE YA!

Darrell McGowan

December 3, 2005

Dear Marcus,

We see the love you shared with the people around you by the smile you had on your face. In every picture you're always happy. We know there will come a day when we will get to see that smiling face again, when the Lord takes us home. But until that day comes, we will always remember you with that great big smile! The smile that would always bring joy to the people around you. You are very much loved and will be sadly missed! Until we meet again, keep on smiling!! :-)



With all our love,

Uncle Darrell, Aunt Kay, & Cousin Kayla

Kurt Neuroth

December 3, 2005

Christina,



I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Marcus. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Alex Safavi

December 2, 2005

I am terribly saddened by your loss. I pray that your son's memories last for a long time among the friends, family and coworkers. Please accept my condolences for this dishearting tragedy.

Tim Anderson

November 30, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Suzanne's cousin, Tim Anderson

Benjamin Roth

November 30, 2005

I cannot express the sorrow I felt when I heard of this tragic event. I was a classmate of Marcus' at St. Charles Community College. He was always smiling and always kept others around him smiling. I was deeply saddened to hear of this happening to a classmate. My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours.

cheryl Jo Lang

November 30, 2005

In Death there is Life.

In the begining we are all so innocent. We continue to celebrate life, year after year. But ever wandering why we exist?



Faith, love, hardship, understanding,hate, happiness grief, these emotions become the blue print of our souls. We overcome with triumph, to be the best we can be.



If we understood the process of God,we would not succeed in our own journey of life. Every soul has a different path to endure.



Shall we embrace the gift of love through the process of life. Shall we embrace death as freedom into the beautiful heavens above. Love is never forgotten, nor does it ever die,love only continues, into eternity.



Know in Death there is Life!







CJLang

Karen and Bob Kuecken

November 30, 2005

Christina and Nick,

Words cannot express how deepfelt our sorrow is for you. We pray that somehow our Lord may comfort you in this time! With constant prayers for you,



Karen, Bob, Nick, Natalie, Jack and Max.

Dean Hooks

November 30, 2005

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Marion Wieting

November 30, 2005

Dear Christina,

when we first heard about it, we couldnt believe what had happened.

We are so sorry for u, i think this is the worst thing that can happen to a mother,in my thoughts I am hugging you and wish you strength for the future. Your are in our prayers.With love and hugs

Marion and family(from Germany)

Maureen and Alex Kristof

November 30, 2005

Christina and Nick, After reading all these beautiful entries there is not much I can say other than I am so glad a got to meet Marcus in May. And I havent gone 15 minutes since he died without thinking about you guys and praying for all of you. God Bless you both and the rest of your family,

terri roberts

November 30, 2005

dear mcgowan family

i'm sorry for the loss of your son

i didn't know him very well i worked with one of his friends at schnucks ryan he is in my prayers. terri roberts

Mike & Cheryl Leone

November 30, 2005

To Marcus' family,

We came to know Marcus through his friendship with our son, Trey. He was a joy to have in our home and we all enjoyed his company very much. Our 3 daughters thought he was very good looking and sometimes referred to him as "Prince William". He had such a great personality and was loved by all who knew him and I hope that a part of Marcus will stay with Trey forever.

May God be with you and guide you as you try to carry on.The Leone family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Gina Corce

November 30, 2005

I'm so sorry. Missing the funeral was really hard for me. Unfortunatly, classes and airplanes do not plan around tradgedies such as these as well as they should. I've missed him so much since I moved and this is just a horrible feeling, not being able to say goodbye. I am so sorry McGowans.

Dan Mulvenna

November 29, 2005

Christina, Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so very sad, and wish somehow that words might help ease your sorrow. May Jesus our Lord, who welcomed Marcus into eternity comfort you now and always until you meet Him face to face. All our love, Dan, Ann, Jake & Hayley.

Jack and MaryAnne Decker

November 29, 2005

Dear Christina and Nick

From the first phone call, until right this moment, We are still at a loss of words to express our sorrow for your loss.

Thank the Good Lord, He opened the doors and accepted your beautiful son home, a little too early for all of you of course, but God has a plan and we follow, with heavy hearts sometimes.

Please know we are thinking of you and praying for the peace that surpasses ALL UNDERSTANDING.

God bless you and keep you in his tender grip.

LOve, The Deckers. Jack and MaryAnne

Tom Schlag

November 29, 2005

I had the pleasure of coaching Marcus and Nick on their soccer team and working with them for a time in Boy Scouts. They were both a joy to have on the team and in the troop. All of my memories of Marcus are good, he was a great young man.

Christina and Nick, You are both in our prayers and will be for a long time. If you need anything at all feel free to give me or Kathy a call.

Bob Worsham

November 29, 2005

Christina,



With heart felt Sympathy, may God bless you, and guide you through this difficult time.



Your Friend,



Bob

Pam Dillon

November 29, 2005

Christina and Family

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Watch Over You in the coming weeks and months ahead.

Rich Massey

November 29, 2005

Christina,

As I read your message to Marcus I was reminded that there is no love stronger than that of a Mother for her children. No words can take away the sorrow that comes with this loss. But your words show that both Marcus and Nick are loved in a most beautiful way.

Nick,

Although we have not met I would like to say, be strong and do your best always. I am sorry for your loss.

Marcus,

May the wind always be at your back my friend. Watch over your Mom and Brother. They will need you for the journey ahead.

Joseph Schultz

November 29, 2005

Christina,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your heartache over the loss of your son Marcus is felt by all of your teammates and friends.

Jim and Colleen McKee

November 29, 2005

Christina, We are so sorry for your loss. We cant imagine what you and your family are going through right now. We just want you to know that we love you and are praying for you. God Bless you all. Love Jim and Colleen McKee

Rick Stanfill

November 29, 2005

McGowen family im so sorry for your loss.You have my deepest condolences!

Mark and Mary zimmer

November 29, 2005

Dear Christina and Nick,

I am so very sorry to hear about Marcus's death. You have been my prayers all week long, and I will continue to ask God to give you strengh and encouragement during this time. Much love from the Zimmer family.

Mark, Mary and Kids

Julie Bond

November 29, 2005

Christina,

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Courtney Goodwin

November 29, 2005

To the McGowan Family,

Marcus, was seriously the bestfriend anyone could ask for. If you needed to talk, you could talk, If you needed a ride, he would come get you. If you needed a friend, he was there at all cost. He will truly be missed by all.

Joe McClung

November 29, 2005

Christina,



I am very sad to hear about your loss… Please accept my family's prayers for you and your family and let us know, if there is anything that we can do to help. Our hearts are with you, during this time of sorrow. Bless you and your family…

Julia Jiggins

November 29, 2005

Christina, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Julia

Scott McDonald

November 28, 2005

Christina and Nick,

You have my deepest sympathy with the loss of Marcus. Please know that you are in my prayers. I am greatful to know that our paths had a chance to cross in our lives journey. The memories of watching the boys grow up will always have a special place in my heart. Please find peace and comfort now knowing that Marcus is safe in the arms of Jesus and will always be in God's loving care. God bless.

Victor Baruzzini

November 28, 2005

Christina, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask.

Dave McIlhargey

November 28, 2005

Christina,



I was saddened to hear hear the news regarding your son's motorcyle accident. My parayers are with you and your family for your loss.



Dave McIlhargey

Evonne Grither

November 28, 2005

Christina

I was so sorry to hear the news about your son Marcus when I came into work today. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family right now. If there's anything I can do, even just to be a sounding board to vent, please give me a call. Take care, and may the angels blanket you with peace during this difficult time.

The Bretz Family

November 28, 2005

Christina, our thoughts are with you and your family.

Lucinda Betts

November 28, 2005

My heart aches for you Christina and Nick. I did not know Marcus well, but do remember playing basketball with him and Nick one evening when Lori and I were visiting. Such good boys...smart, good looking and fun loving. Please hang in there, Marcus will always be looking after you all.

Andrea Reed

November 28, 2005

Christina,



Where do I begin, except I am so sorry for your recent loss. Even though I have never met either of your boys, I always felt like I did know them because of us exchanging our "war stories" on our teenagers. I can not begin to imagine how you must be feeling right now, but do know this, you are in my thoughts and prayers over the next several months and years as you adjust to your loss. The hurt will never go away, but neither will your memories. And that is what you must always remember. The memories will live on in your heart and mind forever. God Bless!

Love, Andrea

Ed Thompson

November 28, 2005

For all who have been touched by the life of Marcus, I pray for comfort, a healing hand, and a peace this world can not offer.

John 14:27 - I give you peace, the kind of peace that only I can give. It isn't like the peace that this world can give. So don't be worried or afraid. (CEV)



2 Peter 1:2 I pray that God will be kind to you and will let you live in perfect peace! May you keep learning more and more about God and our Lord Jesus. (CEV)

Bruce Fasterling

November 28, 2005

Christina, my deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have many friends ready and willing to help.

John Dean

November 28, 2005

Christina,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, just let me know and I am there.

Carrie Tonella

November 28, 2005

Christina-

I learned about Marcus this weekend and haven't been able to stop thinking about you and your family. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through. Please know that I am praying for you all and if you need anything please let me know. God Bless!

Steve Rego

November 28, 2005

Christina,



Our prayers are with you and Nicholas.



Steve and Donna

Marlana Horejsi

November 28, 2005

Christina & Nick,

I am so so sorry for your great loss. I truly enjoyed watching Marcus and Nick grow up and become great men. I still have the vision of the boys' joy they expressed when they would come to my parents' home. They had such excitement in their sweet little faces. It was a pleasure catching up with you and the boys a few summers ago! Boy how they've grown! I will always remember Marcus as a very polite and freindly, easy going guy! Oh by the way, I loved the car ride. He sure was proud of his car. Please know that you and your family are in my constant thoughts and I pray for you now as you are going thru this difficult time! I love you guys! Marlana

Melissa Moore

November 27, 2005

McGowan Family: I know both Marcus and Nick. I met Marcus my sophmore year in high school. We had Chemistry together and he sat right behind me. We had Chemistry right after lunch. He would always bring his left over chips and chomp on them right in my ear. I knew Marcus when he wore those big glasses and had long hair. We talked so much that we got split up second semester. Then Marcus changed his appearance on us all! He has the biggest heart and will be missed! God be with the McGowan family as you live through this time of sorrow and sadness.



Nick...hang in there!

Nancy Bardenheier

November 27, 2005

Dear Christina,



I am so deeply sorry for your loss and cannot even begin to imagine what you must be going through. My prayer for you is that your sadness may gradually give way to the peace that comes with knowing that Marcus is in the best of possible places now and that while he was on earth, you were a wonderful and loving mother to him. I hold you and your family in the light and know that happiness and joy will find their way to your lives again.

Holly Davis-Heaton

November 27, 2005

Christina,



My thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything, any time or place, please just let me know. God bless you and your family.



Love,

Holly

Terri Sondergard

November 27, 2005

There are no words to express our deep sorrow for the sudden departure of a friend. Eric and Kevin were good friends with Marcus and will truly miss him. He touched the lives of many and his smile will remain in their hearts forever. Our family wishes to extend our deepest sympothy to the McGowan Family.

Xuan Tran

November 27, 2005

I didn't know Marcus that well, but I knew he was funny and a great guy. I wish I knew him better. I'm sad that he's gone, but he will be missed so much.

Love Forever, Mom

November 27, 2005

My Dear Son Marcus,



Wednesday, November 23rd, 2005 was the most terrible and the most beautiful day of my life. Terrible...because you were taken away from everyone that loves you so much and from all the things you still want to do. Beautiful...because I know in my heart you are in Heaven waiting for each of us to join you and that you will watch over us until we arrive. I know for sure you are getting to know everyone around you and making them laugh and smile.

You are the greatest son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend to all of us and our hearts ache for you each minute of every day.

Your beautiful smile, sincere kindness, big heart, and witty sense of humor are just a few of the things that will live on in all of our hearts and memories.

Sleep peacefully my wonderful child until we meet again. I'll keep the sunroof open so you know where we are.

mike mazzanti

November 26, 2005

i never knew marcus as well as i wanted to but whenever i did see him he was always full of life. marcus was a good man and good to his family. "where i am going, you cannot follow me now, but you will follow me afterward" john 13:36

"blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God" matthew 5:8

Mallory Reger

November 26, 2005

Marcus is with God now and is in the best of hands. He is and always will be loved. We all miss him. God Bless the McGowan Family

Lauren Voelker

November 26, 2005

I am really sorry for your loss. You guys ment so much to me, and excepting me in to your family. I looked at Marcus as a big brother, He was alwayz one to tell me what to not wear and what i needed to do. The last thing he told me was "You better take care of my brother" and belive me, i will. He will be missed s0o much.



Marcus you will NEVER leave our hearts! Shine down on us everyday!



Lauren

Christina Lang

November 26, 2005

McGowan family, I knew Marcus thru my son Jonathan Lang.I have always enjoyed Marcus. He would love to talk about old rock and roll, and wanted to know about my favorite bands/songs.Marcus meant a lot to me, he was like family. I want you to know I miss him. I pray for God's help, for us all.

kirsten byrd

November 26, 2005

Marcus is my nephew and the relationship that i had with him was loving and beautiful; most of all fun.There was always laughter when it came to Marcus,Nick and I. he was the right side of my heart and Nick is the left and now half of my heart is gone. he will be loved and missed for all of my days on this earth untill i meet him again. Rest Well Marcus. I LOVE YOU SWEETHEART.LOVE YOU AUNTY SHANANA.

Maggie Petry

November 26, 2005

I pray for peace and comfort from our Lord Jesus Christ for all of Marcus' family and friends. I didn't know Marcus personally but he was a great friend of my grandson and all I ever heard about him was wonderful and what a great friend he was. I know he will be missed by many and my prayers will be with all of you that had the privilege to be a part of his life here on earth. God bless you and bring you peace.

Tyler Zoellner

November 26, 2005

Marcus was a good friend of mine in middle school and high school. He's a great guy and someone you can easily talk to. I'm going to miss him.

Jonathan Ambrose

November 26, 2005

Marcus i'll miss you forever man :(

Sinh Tran

November 26, 2005

Marcus was one of my closest friend in high school. We both were engineer majors and had a love for cars. I will miss him greatly. He will always remain in my thoughts.

Ashly Fitzwater

November 26, 2005

I've known Marcus since middle school. It's sounds funny calling him Marcus. Some of our friends called him Marty. Mr. Schulte, his WWII teacher thought his name was Marty and called him that all semester. The name actually stuck and he would actually answer to it. Marty will be in my thoughts and prayers as well as Nick and the rest of the McGowan family.

Kevin F

November 26, 2005

Me and Marc were the best of friends throughout middle and high school.

He was a great person and i will miss him so much. One of the funniest guys ive ever met by the way. All I can do is think back on the many many memories i ave with him and smile.

Your in me and my familys prayers.

Cecil Martin

November 26, 2005

I am so saddened to hear of your loss of your son. It is the most painfull experience in life to loose a child. God bless you and your family.

Eric Sondergard

November 26, 2005

Marcus was a great friend and a joy to be around. He always had that big ol smile on his face just about every second of the day. All of his friends are going to miss him sooo much. You will always be in our hearts and minds Marcus.

Drew McCann

November 26, 2005

i met marcus and nick when i was only 8 years old. me and nick just became best friends from then on. marcus was always there for us growing up. he was like the older brother i never had. everytime i think of marcus nothing but good memories and his huge smile comes to mind. I love you marcus. you will be in my heart for life.

Miller Family

November 26, 2005

McGowan Family: Our sons graduated together and were friends. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Miller Family (Jordan)

David Montour

November 26, 2005

Christina,



God Bless you and your family. My prayers are with you

Jeanette A

November 26, 2005

McGowan Family

I was one of the ER nurses that cared for Marcus. Please know that we are all thinking of you at this time. May God Bless you and bring you peace.

Alan Riley

November 26, 2005

Dewayne; I'am so sorry for the loss of Marcus. You know that you have a lot of good friends that you can lean on in the coming days. I 'am one of those friends. Please call me anytime 24/7.



Your Friend Al Riley

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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

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Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

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Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

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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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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

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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 Marcus 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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