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John Dowd Obituary
AUBURN - John F. Dowd, 82, of Auburn, died Thursday, May 22, 2014 at St. Vincent Hospital. He leaves his wife of 46 years, Jean M. (Frost) Dowd; two sons, John F. Dowd, Jr. and his wife Mary and Richard Dowd and his wife Susan of Worcester; three grandchildren, Kerri and Sara Dowd and Jenna Riley; a sister, Lillian Cairney and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a sister Marie White and four brothers, Maurice, Paul, Walter and Philip Dowd.
He was born in Worcester, son of Maurice and Catherine (Crean) Dowd who were both from Co. Kerry Ireland. John graduated from St. John's High School on Temple Street and Catholic University in Washington, DC. He proudly served as an Army Intelligence Specialist in Germany during the Korean War. He was a teacher and guidance counselor for over 40 years at North High School.
John enjoyed painting and reading, and spending time at their summer house in Dennisport. He was very proud of his Irish heritage and enjoyed his visits to Ireland.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday, May 26 from 4-7 pm at CALLAHAN FAY & CASWELL FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle Street, Worcester. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, May 27 from the funeral home with a Mass at 10:00 am at North American Martyrs Church, 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn. Burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. John's Church, Food for the Poor, 44 Temple St. Worcester, 01604.
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for John Dowd
Phil Torgersen
May 18, 2021
John Dowd is still my absolute favorite teacher. He taught me to read at least the first two pages of the newspaper every day; that it was the duty of a citizen to be informed. That is so important especially now, where there is so much misinformation spread about. I read and listen to the news constantly because of this man. I still think of him often, even though my North High graduation was 54 years ago.
June 15, 2014
My Deepest Condolences to the Dowd Family!
He was a Great man and he will be Greatly missed!!
My prayers are with you,Love from Betty and all your Friends at the Four Seasons Restaurant
Norma O'Dowd
May 27, 2014
Jean and Family, So sorry to hear that John has passed away. I met him at the reunion a few years ago and kept in touch by e-mail. He was a very interesting and nice gentleman
Dr. Jon Trister
May 27, 2014
Dear Jean and your family: Every one here in our office are all saddened for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Dr. Jon Trister, Dr. Diana Trister, Tammy Gardell, NP and all of our staff.
Nancy White
May 26, 2014
Aunt Jean: I am praying for you today and hope that you can find that peaceful place in your heart during the days to come. We loved Uncle John and will miss him and all that he contributed to our family. Nancy White
Phil Torgersen
May 26, 2014
Mr. Dowd was my absolute favorite teacher from any year in school, including college. He taught World Affairs to me in 1966 and forced us all to read the first two pages of the newspaper every day - a habit I learned to love and follow to this day (with more pages than the first two!). If every teacher in the country could be half as good as this man, education in this country would be in fantastic shape. Every thing I know about history started with the seeds planted by this amazing teacher, whom I have thought about numerous times in the 48 years since I sat in his classroom. What he taught was the desire to learn - not an easy thing to transmit - but he was very successful doing it.
Tony Boulette
May 25, 2014
JD sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
May 25, 2014
Dear Jean & family, We are so sorry to hear of John's death. We have wonderful memories of our cousin. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Good Luck and God Bless. Joan & Bernie Merten & family. Weymouth Ma.
Edward Cronin
May 25, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Daniel Mahoney
May 25, 2014
May he rest in peace.
Paula Ferrine-Lucky
May 25, 2014
Deepest Condolences,Mrs.Dowd and Family! Such a nice man gone home to be with the Lord! Mr. Dowd will be truly missed, but God had another assignment for him! Treasure your beautiful memories and know that we will all meet out loved ones again, soon! Nor more pain nor sufferings! I am lifting you all up in prayer at this most difficult time! Much Love to You All! Sincerely Yours, Paula Valerie Ferrine Lucky and Family
MIKE ROBIDOUX
May 24, 2014
Robidoux family sends our heartfelt condolences to the Dowd family.
Stephen Vincent
May 23, 2014
We send our heartfelt condolences to the Dowd family. Wishing you peace, Steve & Lynn Vincent & Family.
May 23, 2014
John was our landlord for a few years, living on the first floor and we on the second. He was a good man and always fair. Our condolences to his family. Dave & Mary Beams.
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