Robert Mack McGowan Jr, a Tupelo resident, was born on December 27, 1951, to Naomi Ruth (O'Leary) McGowan, at Carbondale, IL. He passed away on November 26, 2024, at his beautiful home in Tupelo, OK surrounded by loved ones and all his animals. Robert was 72 years, 10 months and 30 days old at the time of his passing.

He was raised and attended schools in California. Robert received his diploma while in the U.S. Army. He received a Purple Heart for his bravery while serving in the Vietnam War. He was a pastor who loved to minister to people. He volunteered many hours in several prison ministries. Robert served as chaplain at the VA Hospital in Sulphur and was the biker chaplain for Valley View Hospital in Ada. He truly loved people. His smile and dedication brought hope to many.

Robert married Kathleen Echols on August 20, 1998, at Tupelo, OK. They were blessed with a beautiful home and family during their 26 years together. He enjoyed walking his dogs and cherished all the special times with his grandchildren.

SURVIVED BY

Wife: Kathleen McGowan of the home in Tupelo, OK

Sons: Scotty McGowan of Tallahassee, FL

Donivan McKenzie and wife Stephanie of McKinney, TX

Daughter: Laura Roebuck and husband Anthony of Tupelo, OK

Grandchildren: Kolton Johnston and wife Rochelle of Tupelo, OK

Kyndal Johnston and Nathan Park of Tupelo, OK

Delana McKenzie of McKinney, TX

Dexter McKenzie of McKinney, TX

Great Granddaughter: Adaline Johnston of Tupelo, OK

Siblings: Linda Craig and husband Billy of San Bernardino, CA

David McCloud and wife Barbara of Laramie, WY

Brother-In-Law: Gary Echols and wife Brenda of Purcell, OK

Sisters-In-Law: Linda Echols of Byng, OK

Karen Burris of Coalgate, OK

Rebecca Saint and husband Bill of Stonewall, OK

Along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends

including his Biker Ministry friends

PRECEDED IN DEATH BY

Mother: Naomi Ruth (O'Leary) McCloud

Daughter: Amanda McGowan

Father-In-Law: E.W. Echols

Mother-In-Law: Clara Anderson and husband C.B.

Brothers-In-Law: Noah Burris and Gerald Echols

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DATE OF MEMORIAL SERVICE: 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024

PLACE OF SERVICES: Gospel Lighthouse Church, Tupelo, Oklahoma

OFFICIATING: John D'Aguanno

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BROWN'S FUNERAL SERVICE - COALGATE, OK