Mr. Patrick K Dowell

Patrick “Pat” K. Dowell, 54, of Terre Haute, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015, in Union Hospital, surrounded by his family. Pat was born May 18, 1961, to William E. Dowell and Lois J. Fox Dowell; his parents preceded him in death. Pat was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. He was an avid football fan, having season tickets to the Colts, which he often attended with his son. He enjoyed NASCAR, Brickyard 500, bowling and grilling out, and will be remembered for his great sense of humor. Pat was the former co-owner of J.J. Smith Flower Shop and Gardens and had formerly worked for the Vigo County School Corp. Pat is survived by his wife, Paula Stultz Dowell, whom he married in 1987. He is survived by one son, Patrick Dowell of Terre Haute; and one brother, Mike Dowell and his wife Debbie of Terre Haute. Survivors include a nephew, Josh Dowell; niece, Erin Dowell; nephew, Danny Dowell; and a niece, Michelle Dowell. A great-nephew, Mattox; and great-niece, Lucy, also survive; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday Nov. 23, 2015, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 2322 N. 13½ St., Terre Haute, Ind.. Visitation will be held from 2 until 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015, at Greiner Funeral Home, 2005 N. 13th St., Terre Haute, Ind.; and from 10 a.m. until mass time Monday at the church. A rosary service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Funeral Home. Father Bernard LaMontagne will be officiating; burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. The family suggests that contributions be made to the Terre Haute Humane Society or Catholic Charities of Terre Haute; envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at: www.greinerfuneralhome.com.