Rev. Arthur Jay Gowie

On May 23, 2026 at Maine Veterans Home, Bangor, Rev. Arthur Jay Gowie walked through the valley of the shadow of death and into the arms of his Lord and Savior. He was born on February 16, 1945 in Troy, NY to the late Arthur B. Gowie and the late Jean L. (Harrington) Gowie.

Art served in the U.S. Navy from 1966-1987, retiring as an E-8 (CTOCS). He served as a Cryptologist, HRM Chief, and Career Counselor. He was a graduate of the Department of Defense Race Relations Institute, Drug and Alcohol School, and HRM School. He developed and implemented the Navy's Leadership and Management program. He served aboard the USS Wasp (CV-18) and the USS Ticonderoga (CVA-14). Duty stations include, Philippines, Hawaii, Maine, Iceland, Florida, Tennessee, and Japan; where he climbed Mt. Fuji.

While on active duty he served as Episcopal Lay Leader. He also earned an Associate's degree, a Bachelor's degree, and a Master's degree in Adult Education. Upon retirement he attended Bangor Theological Seminary, earning a Master's of Divinity. In 1997 he became an ordained minister in the UCC, serving as pastor in East Millinocket, Brooks, and Monroe, Maine. He served as Staff Chaplain at Northern Light EMMC for 22 years.

He was an active member of Scouting America for over 65 years. He earned his Wood Badge Beads and was awarded the District Award of Merit, and the Silver Beaver.

Other employment included Acadia Publishing Company, Husson University, Borders Books, Apple Computer Consultant.

He enjoyed woodworking, refurbishing Apple computers, photography, being a volunteer firefighter, and hiking with his dogs.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Madelene R. "Suzie" (Burks) Gowie, son Arthur D. Gowie and wife Elizabeth N. Graves. daughter Cheyenne E. (Gowie) Allan. Grandchildren Madelene R. Allan, Matthias B. Allan and Calvin M. Gowie.

He was predeceased by his parents, both sets of grandparents, a sister and a son Lenno P. Gowie.

A service will be planned at a later date. Gifts in his memory may be sent to your favorite charity.

A service of Simple Cremation of Maine.