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- Niagara Gazette - 3/1/09
Laura Jean Gow, of Lockport, Niagara County, NY, entered into rest Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Newfane Health Care Facility. She was born in the Town of Cambria, NY, October 16, 1919, the daughter of the late Harvey L. and Nina Sornberger Bower. She married Robert M. Gow in Sanborn, NY, November 23, 1939. Laura worked for Lerch and Daly MenÂ’s Shop in Lockport, Harrison Radiator, Bells and Marine Midland Bank. She was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Lockport, Niagara County, NY and Hartland United Methodist Church. She was the Niagara County Senior Citizen of the Year, 4-H Leader and the Gow family was the Niagara County 4-H family of the year in 1957. Laura was a longtime member of Newfane Golden Agers where she held several positions. She was a Senior Companion for HANCI, member of the Order of Eastern Star, Niagara County Council of Aging and enjoyed bowling, knitting and family gatherings with her family. She was an avid reader, NY YankeesÂ’ fan and enjoyed doing puzzles. Laura remembered every birthday. Wife of the late Robert M. Gow. Mother of James (April) Gow of Appleton, NY, Joanne Gothard of Lockport, Niagara County, NY, Janice (Denise) Seitz of Hammond, NY and Elizabeth (Larry) Mentkowski of North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. Sister of the late twin brother, Robert L. Bower, Donald Bower and Judy Lynn Bower. Also survived by 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Private Graveside Services will be held at the convenience of the family in Hartland Central Cemetery. Memorials to Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 75 East Ave., would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family.
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1919 - 2009 (89 years)