Robert B McCowan Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert B. McCowan, 81, of Picture Rocks passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at The Gatehouse. Robert was born October 19, 1938 in Muncy, and was the son of the late John and Caroline McCowan. Bob married C. Jane Nunn on April 14, 1962 and shared 58 years of marriage. Bob graduated from Hughesville High School in 1956. He entered the U.S. Navy and proudly served aboard the USS Aldebaran. Bob worked at the former Sprout Waldrons as a pattern maker and retired after 41 years in December 2000. He coached many years in the Hughesville Little League and served on the board. He was a past member and an Assistant Chief of the Picture Rocks Volunteer Fire Department, past member of Roaring Run Rod and Gun Club where he was a board member and vice president for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, watching his grandchildren play their various sports and activities. He also had a love for his many German Shepherds over the years. He is survived by his wife: C. Jane (Nunn) McCowan, two sons: Todd L. (Branda) McCowan of Hughesville, Brian W. (Leah) McCowan of Mountville, a sister: Colleen (Keith) Rager of Wilmington, NC, six grandchildren: Cameron R. (Megan) McCowan of Northumberland, Courtney P. McCowan of Hughesville, Claire H. McCowan of Lancaster, Peyton G. McCowan of Lancaster, Hunter (Emily) Etnoyer of Enola, Reed Etnoyer of Mountville, and by 3 great-grandchildren. Bob is predeceased by a step-brother, Richard Brown. Due to the COVID-19 virus a private family service will be held with Chaplain Thomas M. Brokaw officiating. Burial will follow at the Picture Rocks Cemetery. In Bob’s memory, contributions may be made to the Picture Rocks Fire and Ambulance Corp. Arrangements have been entrusted to McCarty~Thomas Funeral Home, Hughesville. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.mccartythomas.com.

Robert B McCowan

October 19, 1938 - March 25, 2020