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Obituary For Doris McGowan

Mrs. Doris McGowan passed on Aug 16, 2022 at her home. Funeral Services for Mrs. McGowan will be held on Friday 26, 2022 at 11:00 am at The Love Center Church 1680 Campbellton Rd. SW. Atlanta, Ga. 30310. Viewing Thursday August 25, 2022 from 1:00pm to 6:00 pm in our Chapel 3047 Campbellton Rd. SW. Atlanta, Ga. 30311. All participants are required to wear a mask while our Chapel seats 400 which allows for social distancing. Service will be livestream (scroll to end of obituary and select funeral service link). For further information call us at 404-349-2400.

Doris McGowan entered the world on cold day Of February 17, 1946 to the late John T. McGowan & Elease Hunter in Abbeville, S.C. Doris was the baby of 5 children. She gained the nickname “Twill” by her father. As a child she would to talk and talk a lot and he would always tell her “Go Sit Down and Read a Book” I guess she stuck by her Father’s word because all she did was Read but loved to Talk of course.

Doris McGowan attended the public schools of Abbeville County South Carolina and was a graduate of J. S. Wright High School Class of 1964. She loved to sing and was blessed with a beautiful soprano voice. While an 8th grader she joined the choir as a first soprano and maintained that position for the next five years of high school. She was also a member of the pop-singing group "The Clarkettes". They got their name from their Math teacher Mr. Clark. The Clarkettes won every talent show they entered. After high school she relocated to Evanston, Illinois and held a long lasting career position as Customer Service Representative with AT&T. During that time she traveled and enjoyed life. She met a special friend Judy McCorkle they remained friends forever. In 1996, she relocated to Atlanta, Ga where she quickly gained employment with The City Of Atlanta where she retired several years later as Customer Service Supervisor. Doris was also a member of the Kiwanis Foundation where she offered many dedicated hours serving the community

Doris was very popular and well known. Her spirit attracted nothing but greatness. Doris have so many amazing friends because she was an amazing person herself. She was the light in the room and most definitely the classiest in the room. She made connections and life-long bonds with very great people all over the world. She was prominent in her community and also a faithful giver, she contributed to 9 foundations on a monthly basis making her contribution of whatever God placed upon her heart.

Doris was small in stature but she had a big heart, her mantra was, "The Lord put me here to serve" and she did just that, helping all who were fortunate to cross her path. Always the epitome of a young lady she exhibited many wonderful traits, she was quiet, loving, respectful, loyal and dependable. But most of all she was a praying young lady who loved the Lord. She was very active and dedicated in her church. She attended The Love Center lead by Pastor Bryon Broussard since the late 90’s. She loved to serve the Lord. Doris was a prayer warrior at heart. If you ever needed a ear she always knew the exact words for comfort. Whenever someone needed her she was always there. Every school event or function that she was invited to for anyone she was there for support. She loved the younger generation, she offered her support whenever to whomever around the clock for these babies. As her church assignment she worked the nursery for a couple of years and loved been able to care for them. Her love for children was unmatched.

Doris leaves to cherish her loving god son who proceeded her into eternity Michael Teasley. A loving great-niece Kesha Clark (Daron Clark) who she loved like her own. A loving cousin who was more like a sister Darlene Lovett (Dweldon Lovett). 2 Nieces Michelle McGowan & Tamika Baugh. 3 Nephews Charles Tinch (Kimberly Tinch) & Jeffery Dunlap. Great-nieces Arkia Harden, Nakayla Spencer, Darreona Clark, Dereon Dennis, Christina & Chloe Fegins; Great-nephews Montavious Tinch, Darrious Dennis and Deodrick Baugh, a special great-nephew Darrious Clark who was more like her grandson; a host of other relatives and extra special friends.

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A beautiful classmate who attracted love and respect from all around her!

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Praying for the families of Doris. From all the strength and happiness Doris possessed asking GOD to spread the love and strength Doris left with her family and friends. I love each of you. Geraldine McBride Colvard

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My deepest sympathy to the family of Ms. Doris. Requish

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Doris was always so vibrant, positive and energetic and it was a joy to be in her presence! She was kind and compassionate and a true woman of God! I'm certain that her entry into the "Kingdom" is part of God's perfect plan. She will be missed very, very much. To her entire family, I am praying for your strength at this difficult time. May God Comfort and Bless you. Sharon Sullivan

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Dear McGowan Family, I pray for your strength and understanding during this difficult time. Doris was a strong and admirable woman, never failing to ask about classmates or driving to Abbeville to attend funerals or functions. I will truly miss her, sharing birthday and Christmas greeting cards and our deep conversations discussing world events-sometimes laughing until we cried about something silly one of us said, always ending our calls with,"love you" or "we'll talk". She was a dear friend. Jackie

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Deepest Sympathy to the Family and Prayers for Comfort. Charles H. Beasley

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Rest In Peace Cousin Doris 🙏🏾

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Please accept our heartfelt condolences. In loving memory of Miss Doris McGowan our classmate, friend and "CLARKETTE" sister. Always in our hearts. The Clarkettes

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Condolences to the McGowan family in the loss of your love one. Praying for your strength Deborah Sanders & Thelma Woody Abbeville, SC

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My deepest sympathy to the family. Lifting you all in prayer.

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Family, growing up in Abbeville, we knew our kin for such times as this even while we morn together, we can remember the good times, and be comforted by the love, and celebrate a life well-lived. our condolences, Lem (Pat) & Brenda Patterson, Savannah, GA

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My condolences and prayers to the family

- Anthony Kirkpatrick

My prayers to the family sorry for your loss the little time that I knew her was well spent again my condolences.

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My prayers and condolences to the family! Mama Doris was a sweet loving person and will truly be missed. I know that you are having a great time with your sisters and Mike.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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