Caroline C. McDowell

Caroline McDowell, 70, of Centre Street, Ashland passed away peacefully April 8, 2024 at Shenandoah Manor Nursing Home, Shenandoah. Born in Hazleton, Pennsylvania on July 14, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Catherine and Joseph Gabos. She was a graduate of West Hazleton Area High School, class of 1972. She was employed by Zayres, Ames and as an elder caregiver. She later dedicated her life to being a homemaker after the birth of her son. She was a lover of animals, especially dogs. She was a kind, gentle, selfless and caring woman who was loved by everyone she encountered.

Proceeding her in death are her husband, Robert C. McDowell, parents, Catherine Damien and Joseph Gabos, a brother, Calvin Gabos and sister Mary Politis.

She is survived by her son, Robert L. McDowell, daughter in law, Leeann Brennan, grandchild, Logan Brennan, stepgrandchildren, Loralie and Jordan Brennan. Sister-in-law, Shirley Gabos, nieces, Kristin Astleford, Jill Cann, Renee Phile, nephew, Calvin Gabos and many cousins and friends. 

 Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Funeral Service for Caroline McDowell, Friday, April 12, 2024, at 11 AM, in the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, 1323 Centre St., Ashland.  Officiating will be Rev. Jeremy Smallwood, pastor of the Lavelle Church of the Nazarene, Lavelle.  A time of viewing will begin at 9:30 AM until the service.  Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.

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