Clark "Ed" Nowe

Clark “Ed” Nowe, 93, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on June 1, 2026. Born March 29, 1933, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ed lived a long life marked by steady purpose, deep devotion to family, and the kind of quiet enthusiasm that made everyday moments brighter.

From the beginning, Ed carried a practical curiosity into everything he did. He served in the United States Navy for three years— that reflected his sense of duty and willingness to show up fully when he was needed. He then furthered his education earning an associate’s degree and graduating from several technical schools.

Ed’s working life took to the skies. As an FAA Aviation Inspector / Pilot, he brought care, focus, and pride to a career built on precision and trust. That same appreciation for craftsmanship and detail found its way into the many things he enjoyed beyond work, too—always learning, always tinkering, always engaged.

Ed found joy in a wide range of interests that kept his mind active and his days full: flying in a simulator computer game, computers, woodworking, target shooting, golf, and square dancing. He also gave his time through church volunteering and remained rooted in the Methodist Church, where his faith and service were expressed in steady, meaningful ways.

Ed is survived by his daughter, Brenda Houk (Craig); sons, James Edward Nowe (Cindy), Clark Edward Nowe Jr.; his grandchildren, Michael Christopher Bryant, Dustin Scott Bryant (Nicolle), William Aaron Houk (Hillory), and Mathew Brandon Houk; and his great-grandchildren, Alexa Marie Bryant, Collin Ethan Bryant, Christopher Bryant, Kinsley Mae Bryant. He was predeceased by his wife, Rae Ann Nowe and his parents, Ivy Marie Heron and George Nowe.

A Celebration of Life will be held on June 12, 2026 at 10:00 am at Clarendale of Chandler.

Urn Placement will take place at National Cemetery of Arizona, 2929 E Pinnacle Peak Road, Phoenix, AZ 85024, on July 17, 2026 at 9:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Aegis Home Care and Hospice, Mesa, Arizona, US: https://myaegis.com/.

Special thanks to Aegis Hospice for the phenomenal care provided. Their support brought comfort and dignity, and the family is deeply grateful.

Ed will be remembered with gratitude and affection—for the life he built, the love he gave, and the steadfast presence that will continue to be felt by all who knew him.