Carolyn Gowan
May 14, 2018
Carolyn Deborah Gowan, of Arthur, passed away peacefully with family by her side at Hamilton General Hospital on Monday, May 14th, 2018 in her 54th year. Beloved Wife of Robert. Loving Mother of Jennifer Gowan (Paul Droog), Melissa Gowan (Dan Stevenson) and Kristina Gowan (Ryan Swartz). Cherished grandmother of Quinn, Justin, Abbigail, Helena, Oliver, Alyson, Brodie, Ayden, Tyson, Xander, Kash, and Baby Swartz. Carolyn will be sadly missed by her mother Carol Purcell, siblings Dan Purcell (Liz) and Shawn Purcell (Lois), father-in-law Dennis Gowan and step-father-in-law Bill Kipling, sister-in-law Karen Mason (Jamie) and brother-in-law Brian Gowan. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by father Frank Purcell, and mother-in-law Marilyn Gowan. Following Carolyn’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at Fordwich United Church, 3082 Patrick Street, Fordwich on Saturday May 26, 2018 from 1-4 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Brain Aneurysm Foundation of Canada would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Condolences
Carolyn, I miss you everyday. I love you my sister.
— Dan Purcell, June 15, 2023We send our prayers and deepest sympathies to you all. Find strength within your love and memories and look to each other for support. All our love, Kristina Striegel, Peter and Ella. Xo
— Kristina Striegel, May 24, 2018Rob, I am heart broken at the loss of Carolyn. My little sister will me greatly missed by all that knew her. Sorry for loss. My condolences to you and Jen, Kristina and Melissa. And the grandchildren.
— Dan Purcell, May 17, 2018I use to work on the nightshift In spinning, We use to chat often about our kids and grandkids. I will miss seeing and talking to Carolyn in the mornings. So sorry she will be greatly missed. Betty Anne Olson
— Betty Anne Olson, May 16, 2018