Jr Gowen

Carrington E. Gowen, better known to his friends as Jr, peacefully departed this life on Monday, September 6, 2021 with his baby girl by his side.

He was a Roofer by trade for over 35 years and owned Gowen Roofing. He also drove part time for Allied Cab and enjoyed the night life for nearly 20 years.

No matter where he was or what he was doing, he was always “Bad to the Bone”.

He was born in Nelson Co. VA on April 11,1955 to Carrington and Irene Gowen. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers(Johnny & Tommy's Wayne), a sister(Linda) and his infant son Justin Michael Tyree.

He is survived by the mother of his children and lifelong friend, Lois Cyrus, 2 children Jason & Whitney(Adam)Gowen, a sister, Carol(Steve)Sutliff and nine Grandchildren who were truly the light of his life and he lived for them until the end; Hannah, Xavier, Alyssa, Caedmon, Jordan, Kierra, Kaidon, Noah and Presleigh. He also had several special friends who looked out for him until the very end and deserve recognition for all the special favors, treats and good memories they helped create; Young’n Fowling, Debbie Goodbar, Chris Mays, Ronnie Godsey and Nita Martin. He appreciated you all and you definitely had a place in his heart.

He was a loving Father, a hard worker and a treasured friend to many. He was truly one of a kind and he will never be forgotten. “In the end, my life was priceless…” Much Love -Jr.