CALABASH — Gerald “David” Mowery, 78, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020.
Born on July 24, 1942, in Trenton, New Jersey, to Philip and Elsie Mowery. David grew up in Lambertville, New Jersey. He graduated from NHRHS in Lambertville in 1960. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving four years. After discharge, he worked as an electrician as a civilian avionic technician with NYANG at Stewart Air Force Base. When the base closed, he went to work for General Telephone, retiring after 24 years as a customer service supervisor. During that time, he was also a member of the NYANG, retiring after 20 years as a master sergeant. David married Patricia in 1965 in Middletown, New York. They were happily married for 53 years until her passing in 2018 from cancer.
David was a member of SUMC and served on various committees. He was a member of the Calabash Elks Lodge No. 2679. He enjoyed cruising, gardening and working with other residents to help keep his community looking nice.
David is survived by their son, Kris of Louisville, Kentucky; brother, Rodney of Grantville, Georgia; grandchildren, Anna and Ben of Louisville, Kentucky; brothers and sisters-in-law, Steven and Merri Jo Guattery of Farmington, New Mexico, Ronnie and Elaine Barnes of Middletown, New York, Rollin and Carole Lybolt of Middletown, New York, and Harry and Kathy Hamilton of Middletown, New York; along with several nieces and nephews.
Due to the current health conditions, a service will be held at a later date.
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