Samuel McGowan Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Samuel McGowan of Beaufort, South Carolina is shared. Samuel, born on December 11, 1947, passed away on June 18, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Samuel will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Samuel by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Samuel is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Samuel’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Beau Sam McGowan and Emma Frances Maddox Mulligan; and his siblings, Angie McGowan and John Pierre "JP" McGowan. He is survived by: his wife Virginia "Anne" Bohler-McGowan; his stepdaughters, Jennifer Anne Redman (Kevin) and Jodi Redd Tyler (Travis); and his stepgrandchildren, Sydney Alese Redman, Payton Jolie Tyler, Emma Caroline Tyler and Abigail Elizabeth Tyler. He is also survived by numerous extended family members, lifelong friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parish Church of Saint Helena, honoring Sam's enduring love for his church and his commitment to preserving its rich history for future generations.
