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We are sad to announce the passing of John Blaine Cowan, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He passed peacefully at the age of 72 on January 10, 2023. John passed away surrounded by loved ones at home. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts. John enjoyed playing golf and enjoyed spending quality time with his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Stephanie Paige Cowan, his daughter, Jaime Cowan Hunt (Caskey), two wonderful grandchildren, Coulter Cowan Hunt, Nash St.Clair Hunt and their dog Daisy. His sisters, Sandra Elaine Cowan-Watkins (Rodney d. 2023), Donna Gail Cowan, Lora Charlene Wyatt (Mike), Marie Louise Parker (Jerry), half-sisters, Priscilla Cowan and Gwen Till (Scott), sister in-law, Sarah Lynn Neville (Claudia), mother in law, Donna Dee DeLong, step-father in law, Edward Paul DeLong and his niece Bailey Aaron Neville. He was predeceased by his mother, Juanita Irene Hamm, his father James Blaine Cowan, his brother James “Butch” Brian Cowan (Diane), his brother in-law Anthony Stephen Neville and his father-in-law, Earl Houston Neville. John was born in Washington, DC on February 11, 1950, however he spent much of his boyhood in Elenore, West Virginia. After graduating from high school in 1970, he proudly served in the Air Force for 20 years, stationed around the world. John served his country well in the Vietnam War. He was awarded many medals in recognition of his service. He received his Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Maryland University College. He joined the White House Communication Agency in 1984, where he worked with former President Ronald Reagan, George Bush, Sr., and former Vice President Dan Quayle. He was successful in all of his endeavors. After leaving the White House, he joined the Department of Treasury. John retired recently from the City of Myrtle Beach in 2022. All of John's friends and acquaintances were aware of his generous spirit and large heart. John was a devoted father, grandfather, and husband. He placed an emphasis on the importance of family in all that he did. A celebration of life service will be held at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Carolina Forest Chapel, on January 13, 2023, from 1 – 4 PM. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Fund. https://www.vvmf.org/giving-to-vvmf/

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John Blaine Cowan

February 11, 1950 - January 10, 2023