Bernard McGowan Obituary

Bernard W. McGowan born December 31, 1920 in Boston, MA and passed away on July 21, 2013 in Vero Beach, FL. Resident of Vero Beach, FL and formerly of Boston and Southborough, MA. Survived by his devoted wife of 67 years, Dorothy, children Judith, Leo, Linda, Bernie Jr. and Edward. Grandfather to Kelly Viera and Patrick McGowan. Great grandfather to Claire Viera. Predeceased by his father Thomas, mother Catherine and brothers Leo, Frank, Gerry, Albert, Charles, Paul, George, and Timothy. Bernie enlisted in the U.S. Army in early 1942 during WWII and served in both the Pacific and European theaters. Following his war service, Bernie served an additional 32 years in the U.S. Army Reserve, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1977. Retired from the New England Telephone Co. after 34 years in 1980, Bernie and Dot left Southborough, MA traveling with the warm weather as "snowbirds". Bernie & Dot enjoyed their retired years together playing golf and enjoying family and friends. Fountainhead Funeral Home, Palm Bay, FL is in charge of arrangements.