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REV. WALTER R. COWAN -
Born: Sep 28, 1932
Date of Passing: May 04, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryREV. WALTER R. COWAN 1932 - 2012 Our beloved husband and father, Walter, died on Friday, May 4, 2012 with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife, June, four children: Susan (Dean), Bradley, Craig (Jodi) and Tim (Lisa), six grandchildren: Dean, Riley, Hailey, Zachary, Alexandra and Emerald, brother Elgin (Maddie), sister Mary Doreen, and many nieces and nephews. Walter was born on September 28, 1932 in Rodney, Ontario and attended Turin and Ridgetown schools. He received his B.A. from the University of Western Ontario in London and his Bachelor of Divinity from United College in Winnipeg, during which time he served as student minister at Maclean Mission. Walter was ordained in 1957 and was posted to Foam Lake, Saskatchewan. Walter and June were married a year later and during 15 wonderful years they were blessed with four children. The family moved to Winnipeg in 1972 where Walter served Windsor Park United Church for over 17 years. He retired in 1991, serving briefly at Silver Heights United Church (Winnipeg) and St. Paul's United in Estevan. Following this he and June operated Cowan's Castle B&B for 15 years prior to moving into a condo on Dunkirk Drive, from which he continued to serve many nursing homes A funeral service is to be held on Thursday, May 10 at 3:00 p.m. at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church, corner of Wardlaw and Nassau Streets. Condolences may be posted at condolences@nbardal.mb.ca The Cowan family wishes to thank the St. Boniface Hospital doctors and staff for their compassionate care. If desired, donations may be made to the Mission and Service Fund of the United Church of Canada. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE (204) 949-2200 www.nbardal.mb.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 09, 2012
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Dear June, I just heard of Walter passing away, I’m out of touch obviously. What a great guy he was and what a great family you were to me in my junior high youth. Brad and I were best friends then and Walter was such a humorous Dad. I never knew how to take him, as a respected Minister or as a funny Dad. So sorry for your loss and thank you for all you and Walter did for me as a youngster. Best wishes, Daryl B. from Windsor Park. - Posted by: Daryl B. (friend) on: Sep 19, 2015
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June Remembering you and your family from 1952 when serving with the Royal Air Force at Stephenson's Field. Trust you are well, and I send kindest regards from a father of 2 sons, grandfather to 5 girls and 1 boy and Great Grandfather to 1 girl. Life has treated us well. God Bless Norman - Posted by: Norman Porter (Friend of June) on: Jul 18, 2015
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Remembering those happy times of 1952. Will never forget the time spent with a most wonderful lady and her family and friends. God Bless - Posted by: Norman Porter (A long lost friend of June) on: Jul 02, 2015
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I met June & Walter during my stay in their beautiful, Cowan's Castle B&B, during the winter of 2003. June & Walter welcomed me so warmly & pleasant. At the time, I checked the possibility to immigrate to Canada (I am an Israeli born). As I recall, Walter offered me to pick me up from the Airport just after my landing and we became friends the moment we met. I have wonderful memories from the time I spent in June & Walter's home and had the opportunity to meet and chat with their close family & friends. During the year 2004, after my wife Shoshana & I settled in Winnipeg (lived in Canada till 2006 - in Winnipeg and Toronto) we had wonderful time in Winnipeg and met the Cowans several times. We are deeply sorry for the Passing of Walter, We'll miss him a lot. We are back to live in Israel, but planning to visit Canada (Winnipeg for sure) in the near future, hoping to meet again with the wonderful Cowan family. June & fam. our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Love you, Shosh & Amnon Israeli. - Posted by: Shoshana & Amnon Israeli (Israel) (Friends) on: Jun 15, 2012
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We will always treasure the great memories with Walter and family at Foam Lake, Fishing Lake, both as a friend and colleague on Funerals, His Memory "LIVES" on. THE NARFASON s - Posted by: Duane and Elaine Narfason, Harold , Curtis (friend) on: May 29, 2012
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I attended Windsor Park United Church as a child and teenager and was very fond of Reverend Cowan. His wife June was very lovely as well. I also went to school with Brad. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Cowan family. From the Bailey's. - Posted by: Janice (Bailey) Gudmundson (Friend) on: May 12, 2012
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On Behalf of the Riding Mountain Conference of Churchmen, I would like to extend our condolences to June and all of Walter's family. Walter will be missed at ChurchMen's Camp at Clear Lake. I have many fond memories of Walter's Voice during Hymn Sing times, and his leading worship, and very poignant stories during discussion periods. His fellowship and camaraderie were felt by all the campers. Rest well the faithful servant. - Posted by: James Douglas (Fellow Camper) on: May 11, 2012
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I have many happy memories of Walter from attending Crescent Fort Rouge Church. My favourite memory is when he picked up my infant son in the carrier I had and helped me by carrying him down the steps at church. I was loaded down with baby things and really appreciated it. - Posted by: Amber Wark (fellow church member) on: May 10, 2012
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My sincere condolences to June and her family. I enjoyed living in the same house while they were living on East Gate. While June was working in the garden Walter would be baking in the basement. We had many great conversations and got some good advise from him. He will be missed. - Posted by: Bianka (Friend) on: May 10, 2012
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Rev. Cowan was my minister throughout my childhood and confirmed me at Windsor Park United Church. Felt I could always talk with him. Once I told him I didn't agree with his sermon he said "well thank goodness someone was listening!". Great baker, a good friend. My condolences to Mrs. C., Susan and the boys. I will miss him.. - Posted by: Colleen Wilson (friend) on: May 09, 2012
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I attended Windsor Park United Church as a child and have such fond memories of Rev. Cowan. He would be standing on the front steps, smile larger than life welcoming all of us. I have often thought of him through the years and so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. - Posted by: Scott Hamblin ((Windsor Park United Church)) on: May 09, 2012
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I attended church at Windsor Park United when Rev. Cowan was there. He performed all our marriages and christening and burials. He was such a down to earth minister and I enjoyed going to church when he was there. - Posted by: Diane Lemecha (Windsor Park United Church) on: May 09, 2012
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Heaven's larder will now be stocked with "his" daily bread. - Posted by: TIM STEPHENSON (Friend) on: May 09, 2012
