Of Joliet, at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center, with his family by his side, Thursday, September 29, 2005. Age 73 years. \r\nSurvived by his wife Anna Jean, two daughters Debra A. Bacharz and Christine M. (Michael) Fenske both of Joliet, son Steven A. (Terri) Cowan of Shorewood, ten grandchildren Caroline (David) Palac, Christine, Brian Bacharz, Douglas (Rachel), Sarah, Erin, Craig, and Emma Cowan, Kelsey, Mitchell Fenske, one sister Nola (Vince) Greenen of Naperville, one brother LeRoy (Rose) Cowan of Hinckley, IL. Also numerous nieces and nephews.\r\nPreceded in death by his first wife, of 40 years, Joyce (nee Esser) in 2003, his parents Edwin and Hildegarde Cowan.\r\nRetired from Professional Salon Concepts. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Has lived in Joliet since 1957. Member of Joliet Elks Club.