Michael Wayne Dowd Obituary
We bid farewell to Michael Wayne Dowd (Ridgecrest, California), born in London, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 7, 2026 at the age of 73. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Johnny Dowd and Royce Dowd Smith; and his pets, Peewee and Gordon. He is survived by: his wife Nancy; his brother Dale Dowd of Carson City, NV; his nephews, Jamie Dowd (Tracy) of Sparks, NV, Justin Dowd of Carson City, NV, Jeremy Turner (Renee) of Bakersfield, CA, Kevin Means, Jr. (Sarah) of Ridgecrest, CA, John Cruz (JJ), Mike Cruz (Corrie) of Fallon, NV, Nathan Gooding (Thomas) of Las Vegas, NV, Randy Cruz of Las Vegas, NV and Taylor Felder of Houston, TX.; and his in-laws, Jimmie Means, Lorrie Means, Kevin Means, Kelly Palludan and Daniel Means.
