TROY – Clive “Clover” R. McGowan, 78, died peacefully Aug. 1, 2009, in his sleep. He was born Oct. 27, 1930, in Hartland, a son of Frank and Lala (McCormick) McGowen. He is survived by a son, John and wife, Karen, of Manchester, N.H.; daughter, Deborra and husband, Howard Salley, of Pittsfield; son, David and wife, Shelley, of Sidney; daughter, Rebecca and husband, Gary Colson, of Troy; a sister, Joyce Wintle of Dexter; brother, Jim of Pittsfield; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his wife, Lorraine, Feb. 7, 2009; and by a sister, Vivian Russell. Graveside committal services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Roger’s Cemetery, Troy. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Cremation arrangements are by Crosby & Neal, Newport. Those who wish may leave written tributes at www.CrosbyNeal.com.
CLIVE R. MCGOWAN
