Gary Olin Cowan

Gary Cowan, 63, of Massillon, Ohio passed away on December 13, 2023. Gary was born on August 23, 1960, Massillon, Ohio to the late Olin and Elizabeth "Betty" (Burtt) Cowan.

He had 23 years of service for Plain Local Schools. Gary was a member of the American Softball Association since the early 2000's, after transitioning from playing the sport he loved. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his grandsons, friends and family. Gary also enjoyed driving his Corvette, softball and helping others. And of course, he loved his Massillon Tigers Football.

Gary is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sheila Cowan; children, Christopher (Brittany) Cowan, and Gary (Kristy) Cowan II; Grandsons, Cameron Cowan and Connor Cowan; Sister, Kim Hillard, Sister, Judy (Rick Weaver) Cowan Wissmar, Brother, Alan Cowan, Brother, Paul (Jennifer) Cowan, Brother, Jay (Brandy) Cowan, Brother, Eric (Stacey) Cowan; and loving friend and cousin Robert "Bobby" (Jackie) Burtt, along with many nephews, nieces and cousins.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home. His Funeral Ceremony will be held Wednesday at 6:00 pm with cremation to follow.