Gene was born in Miami, FL on January 16th, 1939 to parents Carl and Rubie McDowell. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Raymond E McDowell, who passed December 15, 2018.
From grade school to high school, Gene attended school in Miami, FL. He was class president and played on the football team. He also loved being a boy scout and Eagle scout. Gene graduated college with honors in accounting and finance.
Gene served as a Miami-Dade police officer for 7 years while running a successful accounting business. Several officers who served with him were clients and close friends. Gene also became certified as an enrolled agent with the IRS.
Gene married his high school sweetheart, Peggy Jennings and they had seven children. He is survived by several of his children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his spouse, Susan McDowell, one stepson, stepdaughter in-law, and step grandchildren.
Gene was a big fan of the Miami Dolphins, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the Florida Gators.
A Celebration of Life for Gene will be held on Sunday November 6, 2022 at 3pm with a visitation prior from 2pm to 3pm at Blount & Curry Carrollwood Funeral home. Services will be officiated by Pastor Lynn Sayne. Every family member, attendee, and guest will be welcome to share a story or memory of Gene during service. A catered reception will be held after service for those who wish to stay.
All who wish to attend are welcome and please remember to sign the keepsake book.
Gene's spouse and family wish to extend their sincere appreciation and thanks to all the doctors, a special thank you to the nurses, and the staff of Advent Hospital Tampa. Thank you all for your assistance and kindness shown during this time.
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