Hank Gowdy

Harold “Hank” Gowdy died at his home in Asheboro, NC on December 21, 2024.

He leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Anita; his sister, Carolyn Wheeler (John) of Shelburne Falls, MA; son, Harold William “Will” Gowdy, Jr. of National Harbor, MD; and daughter, Marie Mercier (Derek) of Mint Hill, NC. Hank was the best Poppi to granddaughters, Madeline, Allison, and Maren; and great-granddaughter, Theodora.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Betty and Harry Gowdy and brother, Lorin Gowdy.

Hank graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1966 as a civil engineer. He began his career at General Electric in Pittsfield, MA and retired from Black and Decker in 1999. Hank and Anita met at GE in Brockport, NY and married in 1968. They made many life-long friends and traveled the world throughout his years at GE.

Hank could build or fix anything. He enjoyed many hobbies including classic cars, racing, camping, water skiing, carpentry, and farming. Some of his happiest moments were spent on his motorcycle taking excellent adventures with his younger brother, Lorin (aka “305”). Hank was a daredevil at heart, a loyal husband, a loving father and Poppi who will be missed greatly.

To honor his memory a private service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, Greensboro, NC 27409; or to a charity of the donors choice.