Zemary Grant McGowan Obituary in Clinton at Child’s Funeral Home

Obituary For Zemary Grant McGowan

On December 24, 2020, Zemary Grant McGowan was called home by our Lord and Savior.

Zemary was born to the late Henry and Flora Grant of Cross Hill, South Carolina. She joined Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Cross Hill, SC at an early age. She graduated from Bell Street High School in 1956, and subsequently earned a degree in Human Services from Piedmont Technical College. During her very lengthy career, Zemary served in several positions for S.C. State Government and both school districts within Laurens County.

In addition to her loving husband of 64 years, Eugene McGowan Sr., she is survived by four children: their daughters Dorothy Jean Owens (Late Lonnie Owens Jr.) and Melody Ann McGowan of Clinton, SC, and two sons Anthony McGowan of Clinton, SC. and Eugene Jr. (Stephanie) of Clinton, Maryland.

Zemary is also survived by three sisters: Bertha Hill, Ruth Fuller, and Maggie Philson of Cross Hill, S.C.: Five brothers: Alonzo, Ruben, and James Grant of Cross Hill, Henry Grant Jr. of Laurens S.C., and Dr. John H. Grant (Belinda) of Asheville, N.C. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, and leaves to cherish her dear 18 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren, a special niece Floree Williams, and a host of other family and friends.

Zemary enjoyed traveling, tending to her flowers, and cherished every moment with her family and friends. She lived a blessed and wonderful life!

The service was held Tuesday December 29,2020 at the Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

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Mrs. Dorothy condolences to The McGowan Family. We sending prayers. Mr. Hammie L. & Mrs. Esther Judon Johnson, Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Julius M.& Dr. Selena Judon-Monk Tyler E. & John M. Monk, Durham, North Carolina.

Mrs. Dorothy condolences to The McGowan Family. We will keep your family in prayers. Mr. Hammie L. & Mrs. Esther Judon Johnson, Sumter South Carolina Dr. Julius M. & Dr. Selena Monk, Durham, North Carolina Tyler E. & John M. Monk

Our family will continue to keep your family in our prayers Mr&Mrs Arthur Lee PHILSON,Jr

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Grant-McGowan family in your time of grief. God bless your family.

My condolences to the family praying that you all continue to find strength for healing on the days to come

My deepest condolences to the family and I will continue to keep you all in prayer

Dear Family, it is with deepest Sincerity that the Lord has reclaimed our earthen vessel, Sis. McGowan. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you as you go through the process of Greif. Kind Regards,Rev.Gary McDaniel,President Interdemominational Ministerial Alliance Asheville, N.C. Rev. Chad Smith, Secretary

Dear Family, our Churches in Western North Carolina offer our deepest sympathy to you all at this time of earthly loss and Heaven's Gain. Blessings Baptist Ministers Union Dr. L.C.Ray, President

Dear Family, it is with a Most Reverence heart that we are in Prayer for you as you go through these days and times ahead. Our thoughts are with you for God's Grace Mercy Peace and Comfort. MUD CREEK MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION Moderator Rev. Spencer Jones, N.C.

Dear Family, the Worldwide Missionary Baptist Tabernacle and Asheville Grant Family sends deepest Condolences to you all at this time of Eternal Reward for Sis. McGowan. May the God of all Comfort Bless and Keep your family during this time. Pastor James Aaron Grant,D D.

Our prayers are with you all.The Byrd/ Franklin Family.Brenda, Joe, Mary and Deanna.God Blessed we pray your strength in this time of sorrow.🙏❤️

Sending love and prayers to the family. Liz Flowers( Mt. Zion Missionary Bapt. Church, Asheville,NC)

To the McGowan and Grant Families, we are so sorry for your loss and our sincere condolences as you go forward! Know that your "Love One" is in a better place and will forever be in your thoughts. Remember her for all the love, fond memories and the wisdom she has instilled in each life she touched. Denise & Terry W.

To the McGowan family I am truly sorry for your lost. We are praying for you and the family during these uncertain times. May God continue to provide comfort and peace. Dianna and Eugene

To Melody and the McGowan family: Praying that God will comfort your heart, uplift your spirit, and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace. Jeremiah 8:18a (NIV) reads, "You who are my Comforter in sorrow..." ~Michelle Geter and Family

To the McGowan family my prayers are with you today and always. I have fond memories of Mrs Zemary and I know she will be truly missed. I personally want thank the family for allowing me to receive her unconditional love she showed me as child to my adulthood. May God give you strength knowing she is with him. I love yall. Jessie Goggins

Eugene and family, My sincere condolences on your tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. May God and your fond memories give you strength!

To the McGowan family I am truly sorry for your lost. We are praying for you and the family during these uncertain times. May God continue to provide comfort and peace. Your friends in Md. the Cash's.

Eugene and family. Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers God bless. Lorenzo Jones

I'm so sorry for your loss uncle Jugene, my cousins Li'Luke, Dot, Melondy, Anthony, and our entire family. My favorite memory of Aunt Zemary was sitting with her in the back of their truck, at a baseball game at Midway, while she was selling sodas. I'm praying that God continues to comfort and strengthen you all during and after your time of bereavement. Loving you always Pamela and Russell Grant

To Anthony,and the McGowan Family: We want you to know that our prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Praying that God continue to give you strength. Clara Wilson and Juanita Williams St.Vaughnville Church Members.

TOO THE FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS PRAYING THAT GOD GIVES YOU STRENGTH TO ENDURE DURING YOUR TIME OF SORRY. EVELYN HILL 12/26/2020

Mr McGowan and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. May God continue to be with you and give you strength. Your friends in Gville