John R. Cowan's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Stratford, Connecticut

John R. Cowan

September 26, 1938 - January 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Stratford, Connecticut

John R. Cowan's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Stratford, Connecticut

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William R. McDonald Funeral Home

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John R. Cowan

September 26, 1938 - January 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Stratford, Connecticut

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John R. Cowan Obituary

The world bids farewell to John R. Cowan of Stratford, Connecticut, departing on January 15, 2026 at the age of 87. John leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John R. Cowan to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Cowan and Margaret Cowan (Beveridge) of Stratford; his sister Ann Burns (George); his nephew George Burns III; his sister Jean Wirth (Fred); and his nephew Michael Wirth.

He is survived by: his nephew Gary Wirth (Cindy Laurello) of Clinton, CT; his great-nieces, Heather and Jillian; his great-nephew TJ; his niece Kelley Burns-Meadows (Eric Volkmann) of Illinois; his nephew Edward Burns (Lisa) of Orange, CT; his great-nieces, Amanda and Cynthia; his great-nephew Gerald; his niece Bonnie Wirth; his great-nephew Daniel Gokey (Seana); his nephew Bob Wirth (Robin Johnson) of Berlin, CT; his great-nieces, Haylie Alfiero (Joseph) of Moodus, CT and Sabrina Wirth of Burlington, VT.; Amicia and Madeleine of Iowa.

Donations in his memory may be made to VFW 9460, Stratford, CT and/or Port 5 Naval Veterans Association, Bridgeport, CT.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
William R. McDonald Funeral Home



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William R. McDonald Funeral Home
2591 Main St, Stratford, CT 06615

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Feb 06

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William R. McDonald Funeral Home
2591 Main St, Stratford, CT 06615

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Feb 06

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Union Cemetery Temple
23 Temple Ct, Stratford, CT 06615

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