David Gerald Cowden

David Gerald Cowden David Gerald Cowden, 55, of Meadville and formerly of Hartstown, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024.

He was born November 6, 1968 in San Diego, CA a son of Ward Marvin and Barbara Kay Myers Cowden.

David was a graduate of Conneaut Lake High School and a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Persian Gulf War from 1988 to 1992. He worked as a truck driver for Powell Sanitation, White Rock Excavating, and Conneaut Lake Sand and Gravel.

David was a member of American Legion Post 111 and Jamestown VFW Post 5424. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and was an avid Harley rider.

Survivors include a son, Robert Cowden (Judith) of Conneaut Lake; a sister, Theresa Dempsey (Vance) of Portsmouth, Virginia; and nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mary Beth Cowden.

Memorial donations may be made to Theresa and Vance Dempsey to assist with funeral expenses.

The arrangements have been entrusted to ROSE AND WAID FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 12422 CONNEAUT LAKE RD., CONNEAUT LAKE where memories and condolences may be shared at www.roseandwaidfh.com