Rosemary Anne McDowell Obituary

The memory of Rosemary Anne McDowell of Sandusky, Ohio, who passed away on May 9, 2026 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester J. Polta and Grace H. Polta (Schwochow); her husband Robert "Bob" McDowell Jr.; and her sisters, Betty Thompson (Gurtz), Irene Pitzer (Gurtz) and Marie Polta.

She is survived by: her children, William "Rob" McDowell (Becky) of Naperville, IL and Jan Marie (Matt); her grandchildren, Abbygail, Olivia, Braxton, Ethan, Hailey, Madeline and Penelope; and her sister Martha Ebner (Polta) of Sandusky. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made in her memory to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior Street, Sandusky, OH 44870.