Flora May Cowan
August 6, 2021
COWAN, Flora May (née McNaughton) – Passed away peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Friday, August 6th, 2021, at the age of 88. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Murray W. Cowan (1995). Cherished mother of Larry Cowan and his wife Barbara, Norma Lamont and her husband Donald, and Wanda Chilton and her husband Daniel Lenehan. Loving grandmother of Jason (Tracey) Lamont, Christy (Todd) Tangney, Joel Lamont, Aaron (Melissa) Chilton, Deanna (Ryan) Maiden, Taylor Chilton, Will Cowan, Erin Lenehan, and Tyler Lenehan. Dear great-grandmother of Haven and Brynne Tangney; Shayne, Jessy and Carly Lamont; Bennett and Isla Chilton; Amory Maiden; and Liam Noval. Flora will be sadly missed by her sister-in-law Eleanor Detweiler, and brothers-in-law Walter “Butch” Detweiler and Mervyn Cowan. Predeceased by her sister-in-law Kathlyne Cowan and brother-in-law Verdun Cowan. Daughter of the late Cameron and Janet (née Mountain) McNaughton. Flora was a member of Mount Forest Presbyterian Fireside, Women’s Institute and The Rebekah Lodge. She was a long-time travel guide for Fettes Tour & Travel. Through all these life adventures, the thing most precious to her was family. She adored her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Flora’s home was always open to family, friends and neighbours. She will not be forgotten, and her memory will live on through her family. A private family service will be held at the England Funeral Home with interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Extended family and friends are invited to view the service livestream on Tuesday, August 10th at 11:00 a.m. by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/England-Funeral-Home-1863283503935858. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Patient Services or the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation. In honour of Flora, please reach out to your family and friends – pick up the phone, send a card, tell them you love them! Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Condolences
Larry, Norma, Wanda and families. Our sincere condolences to you on the passing of your dear Mother!
— Joe and Faye Meulensteen, August 8, 2021Larry, Norma, Wanda & families…..our deepest sympathy on your loss of a dear mom, grandma & great grandma. I would run into her occasionally while walking my dog. Such a pleasant lady to chat to. Hugs to all!
— Norm & Janet, August 8, 2021To the Lamont family we wish to express our deepest sympathy. Prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Cherish the memories.
— Lorne and Florence Moyer, August 7, 2021So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Norma…we extend our sympathies to you, Don and the whole family…hugs,
Barb and Larry
So sorry to hear the passing of an amazing and kind neighbour Flora was. I will miss our talks on the phone, cards and gifts but most of all the acceptance when I moved into the units we share. Her family will miss her as she always talked and cared for them. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all... Isabel
— Isabel Black Primmer, August 7, 2021Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Flora will be missed. She was a good friend to mom. A lot of good memories of with her at the Church. Wayne and Sandra
— Wayne and Sandra Lytle, August 7, 2021My sincere condolences.
— Jan Laughlin, August 7, 2021So very sorry to read this. Such a lovely lady Flora was. My condolences to the family. RIP.
— Ruth Truax, August 7, 2021