Michael F. Mowry, 62
Dateline: Norton, MA
Michael F. Mowry, 62, a lifelong resident of Norton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday September 28, 2010 at home. He was the beloved husband of the late Laurel A. (Marshall) Mowry who died on March 18, 2001.
Born in Taunton, MA on October 17, 1947 he was a loving son of Harold F. “Mike” Mowry of Norton and the late Hope T. (Barlow) Mowry.
Mike grew up and was educated in Norton and was a 1966 graduate of Norton High School. A retired Commercial Printer, Mr. Mowry had worked for the Artcraft Co. in North Attleboro for 15 years before retiring. He had previously been employed at the former Artline Co. in Attleboro and for the former Mansfield Press Co. in Mansfield.
Mike loved the great outdoors, his favorite pastimes were freshwater fishing, hunting, gardening and feeding the birds that visited his home.
He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was an avid New England sports fan, his favorite teams being the Red Sox and Patriots.
In addition to his father, he is survived by his devoted children Aimee B. Mowry of Fryeburg, Maine and Michael P. Mowry and his wife Kimberly of Greene, Maine. The dear brother of Diane E. Boudria of Fall River, Matthew D. Mowry of Norton, Kenneth D. Mowry of Attleboro and Frances E. Pacheco of Fall River, Mike is also survived by his adoring grandchildren Stephanie R. Mowry of Fryeburg, Maine and Campbell P. Mowry of Greene, Maine, as well as several aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and his fishing buddy Ray Chmiz.
Services and burial will be private and visiting hours have been omitted. Those wishing may remember Mike with a donation in his memory made to the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road Westborough, MA 01581.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Norton Memorial Funeral Home 19 Clapp St. Norton.
For additional information please visit www.nortonmemorial.com