Herman E. Mowry
May 17, 1934 - March 14, 2015
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Herman E. Mowry
May 17, 1934 - March 14, 2015
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Herman E. Mowry
5-17-1934 to 3-14-2015
Herman passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 80 years young, due to Cardiopulmonary arrest. He was born in East Woodstock, CT to Irving Mowry and Irene Coderre.
Herman proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War interpreting Morse code and teaching English. He was stationed in Washington, Guam and Japan. When he returned home, he met and married his first wife, Priscilla, and while raising their family, moved back and forth across the country when employment took him to new management opportunities in plastics manufacturing.
During a hospitalization, he met his second wife, Dorothy. They were married in a double ceremony, with his youngest sister, on his mother’s birthday, 25 years ago. Their years together have been devoted to each other, their families and friends, at countless events and celebrations.
Herman enjoyed learning new things. His sharp mind and quick wit entertained anyone close enough to hear his stories. He looked forward to lively conversations on any topic and would not hesitate to share his opinion.
Herman found pleasure in many interests and hobbies, including sailing, golfing, skiing, dancing, bird watching, and vicariously living through his grandchildren’s lives to keep up his youthful spirit.
In addition to his wife Dorothy, Herman leaves behind his children, Elizabeth Weaver, Jo-Ann Day (Steven), Bruce Mowry (Patti), grandchildren, Braden and Ryan Ouellet; his brothers Irving Jr. and Warren, his sisters, Irene, June and Eleanor; his stepchildren, Lyn, Mark, Sharon, Annette, Doreen and Jan and their spouses, children and grandchildren, and not to be forgotten, his beloved dog Rufus.
Herman is predeceased by his daughter Kim and sister, Evelyn.
A funeral mass will take place at St. Kilian’s Catholic Church, 26872 Estanciero Dr, Mission Viejo on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at 10:30am. Immediately following, please join the family in a luncheon celebration of Herman’s life at the Elk’s Lodge, 25092 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo.
A graveside service and interment will take place at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 2:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Herman’s memory to a Veterans organization or the Elk’s Lodge, Mission Viejo.
23 responses to Herman E. Mowry
Pat & Abby Bareis Jr. says:
March 23, 2015
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March 23, 2015
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Eleanor Eddington says:
March 25, 2015
Well Herman you finally did it! you’ve made me cry.it took you 73 years to accomplish this but here we are.oh I know it was beyond your control but I’m still blaming you. reflecting on our lives I found it astounding that in all these years you never made me cry. Wow
I miss our weekly phone calls to each other. No matter what the subject matter at some point we were laughing. Gee even thinking of us laughing makes me cry.when I think of you I see that”devilish silly- – -” smile and those twinkling eyes..of course you always followed up with”What?” And yep…here comes the waterworks. You can stop this anytime soon.I think I’m just about to the point of dehydration.
over the years you told me when I was”right”about something but you had this uncanny ability never to tell me I was wrong. instead you would tell me something that would make me “think”.and in thinking I would come up with a different thought process which in turn would make me feel better and”act better”,I could tell this of course made you happy.Thank you for making me a better person.
You loved”Family”and tried so hard to keep everyone together. My kids and grandkids just loved you.when something was going on they would always ask”is uncle Herman going to be there?” ..You always made them laugh. I sometimes see “shades of you” in some of them scary to say the least haha
each and every one of them totally enjoyed your 75th birthday party. they talk about it often. I hope you enjoyed that day as much as we did!
Herman you are the best “big Brother”anyone could ask for and I am so lucky to have you. Yes I stay in the present tense because you will always be here with me.
you taught me so much and made me feel so”Loved” Thank you so much for always being there for me .
I miss you terribly my brother…a piece of my heart is definitely missing.
I LOVE YOU…SIS ELEANOR
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Lori says:
March 25, 2015
You were my favorite uncle I remember when you were going to let me drive your Porsche but I was to afraid because I didn’t know how to drive a stick. I remember when pat and I lived with you for a short time and you had a muscle car at the time I think that’s when my love of muscle cars started. Love you uncle love Lori Belcher
Mary Lanis says:
March 25, 2015
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