On Monday, October 28, 2013 Eric Osborne Cowles entered the gates of Heaven after fighting a very long and courageous battle with diabetes that started in 2001. He managed every complication throughout his journey gracefully. Eric was a loving and devoted husband, amazing father, adored grandpa, friend, and brother who will forever be missed. From his favorite “grandpa stew” to cherished past times of hunting, fishing, woodworking, and just sitting quietly with his best four-legged friend “Lucky,” he shared some amazing family memories that will always be cherished. Eric was a Seaman on the USS Essex.He is survived by his loving wife, Frances Cowles of New Braunfels; daughter, Melissa Krause and husband Sherman of New Braunfels; granddaughter, Nicci Krause Messenger and husband Kurt of New Braunfels; brother, Calvin Cowles and wife Reba of Canyon Lake; best friends, Joe and Janie Smith of New Braunfels; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Annie Ruth Cowles. The family wishes to thank all the care givers at, Davita, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels, Central Texas Medical Center, Kirkwood Manor, and Warm Springs Specialty Hospital.
Public visitation will begin 5:00 PM on Wednesday at Zoeller Funeral Home and will continue until 9:00 PM. The family will be present to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, October 31, 2013 at Zoeller Funeral Home with interment to follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Hope Hospice New Braunfels or to Christus Santa Rosa Friends Foundation.Zoeller Funeral Home
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