Obituary of David Isaiah Gerard McGowan

McGowan, David

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved David McGowan on July 25, 2024.  David was a remarkable person who touched the lives of many with his generosity, infectious laughter, quirky personality, his wisdom, his memorable jokes, his undeniable dedication to his family and friends, and of course his remarkable hugs.  David was an avid sports fan! He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and The Toronto Blue Jays, and never missed watching his favorite teams on the screen. 

David's joy for life will live on in our hearts.  We are grateful for the time we had with him and the many beautiful memories we will all cherish forever. In this difficult time, we ask for your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this loss and honor his legacy.

Thank you for keeping our Family in your thoughts. 

Predeceased by his beloved wife Debbie McGowan. David leaves behind his son Adam McGowan and wife Christine and 2 children: Tabitha and Aubrey, daughter Tasha McGowan and husband Miguel and 3 children: Brady (pre-deceased as an infant), Braden and Breeya and son Aaron McGowan and wife Sara and 2 children Isabel and Isaac.

David also leaves behind siblings, Michael McGowan (Christine), Peter McGowan, Kimberley McGowan, Stephen McGowan, Sherry McCann (sister) and Jim McGowan (Corey).

David also leaves behind 15 nieces and nephews and 15 grand nieces and nephews, and many of them who have come to know him as "Papa Dave".

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday September 14, 2024, at the Ailsa Craig Recreation Centre (155 Annie Ada Shipley Street, Ailsa Craig, Ontario), from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. A light luncheon and beverages will be served. Please feel free to wear your favourite sports jerseys, t-shirt, ball cap, or something representing some of his favorites.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Denning’s of Ailsa Craig.