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Note: Gilbert Oscar Dowden Birth: Dec. 9, 1924
Death: Jan. 23, 2010
Gilbert O. Dowden was born in Leesville, Louisiana, on December 9, 1924, the son of Isadore and Nancy Legg Dowden. He went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 23, 2010, in his home with his family at his side at the age of eighty-five years. After graduating from Leesville High School in 1942 and at the age of eighteen, Gilbert enlisted with the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the 5th Infantry Division and fought bravely in the battle of Iwo Jima. When he returned home, Gilbert married Doris Lewis on June 18, 1943. With thirty-seven years service, he retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1981. Gilbert is highly revered by his family and friends as one of the most Christ-like men they have ever known-humble, compassionate, and kind. A dear son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, he especially valued spending time with those closest to him. Gilbert adored his grandchildren, who affectionately called him "D-Daddy", and he treasured their time together. For most of his life, Gil was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. After retirement, he began woodworking and spent many hours creating for his cherished family and friends. He was a selfless servant of the Lord and faithful member of East Leesville Baptist Church since 1946. Over the years, Gilbert served as Church Clerk, Treasurer, Trustee, Chairman of the Building Committee, and he was the Sunday School Secretary for over thirty years. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Isadore and Nancy Legg Dowden; brothers, J.B. Dowden, Glen Dowden, and Ray Dowden, and one sister, Elouise Dowden, all of Leesville. After sixty-one years of marriage, Gilbert leaves behind his wife and soul mate Doris Lewis Dowden. He also leaves his beloved son, Stephen C. Dowden and wife Cindy Moss Dowden, two grandchildren, Stephanie Dowden Moon and her husband Justin T. Moon, and Douglas Lewis Dowden, and one precious great-grandson, Silas Caleb Moon, six months. Other immediate survivors include his brother Huey Dowden and wife Joyce, and his sister Helen Dowden Blair, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was conducted at the East Leesville Baptist Church, 266 Alexandria Highway, Leesville, Louisiana. on Tuesday, the 25th of January, 2010, at 2 PM, officiated by Reverends Carl Burris and Gil Arthur. Arrangements were under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home, 601 South Fourth Street, Leesville, Louisiana 71446, (337) 238-1358. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gilbert's memory to Compassion in Action Ministry at East Leesville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1511, Leesville, Louisiana 71446. "Be strong and courageous. Be not afraid; neither be thou dismayed; for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest." Joshua 1:9 Family links: Parents: Isadore G Dowden (1896 - 1897) Nancy L Dowden (1899 - 1983)
Burial: Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery Leesville Vernon Parish Louisiana, USA
Created by: SFC USA RET Duffie & Kat... Record added: Jan 25, 2010 Find A Grave Memorial# 47102988
Obituary: Gilbert O. Dowden <http://www.leesvilledailyleader.com/obituaries/x190614131/Obituary-Gilbert-O-Dowden>
Mon Jan 25, 2010, 02:45 PM CST
Gilbert O. Dowden was born in Leesville on December 9, 1924, the son of Isadore and Nancy Legg Dowden. He went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 23, 2010, in his home with his family at his side at the age of 85. For the full obituary click here.
Gilbert was born on December 9, 1924 and passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2010.
Gilbert was last known to be living in Deridder, Louisiana.
He graduated from Leesville High School in 1942.
Gilbert enlisted with the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the 5th Infantry Division and fought bravely in the battle of Iwo Jima.
He is survived by his wife Doris.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 5 until 9 PM on Monday, the 25th of January, 2010, at East Leesville Baptist Church, 266 Alexandria Highway, Leesville, Louisiana. A memorial service will be conducted at the church on Tuesday, the 25th of January, 2010, at 2 PM, officiated by Reverend Carl Burris and Reverend Gil Arthur.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gilbert�s memory to Compassion in Action Ministry at East Leesville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1511, Leesville, Louisiana 71446.
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