Johnstown, Pennsylvania - COWAN - Herman R. "Dick," 98, of Johnstown, passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Hospital. Born Feb. 21, 1927, in Johnstown, to Herman and Florence (Barker) Cowan. Preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Robert; and his grandson, Zachary. Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 73 years, Flo (Bodenschatz); his children: Richard (Debra Good), Raymond (Janette Rullo), Jeanie, Kathy (Scott Miller), and Berni (Bruce Goodwin); his grandchildren: Chris and Molly, Ryan and Vanessa, Eric and Lauren, Matt, Jennifer and Brian Omahne, Samantha and Christopher Hartland, Kristen and Kevin Brandel, Meg, and Kelsey; and his great-grandchildren: Caleigh, Andrew, Colby, Mckinley, Camdyn, Jocelyn, Jordyn, Joy, Shane, and Grant; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends. He was a Naval Air Force World War II veteran and assistant chief with City of Johnstown Fire Department for 41 Years. Dick also was a funeral driver with Johnstown Hearse for 42 years. A member of the International Association of Firefighters, Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree, and VFW Post #155. Dick was a hard worker and a master wood craftsman, who spent his time in his shed building meaningful and beautiful pieces for his family and loved ones. He was a car admirer, with a sharp eye and mind. His kindness and thoughtfulness spread through his love of his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Friends received from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Clement Catholic Church, Father William Rosenbaum. Interment to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, New Germany, PA. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org in his memory. Condolences and information may be found at www.ducafuneralhome.com.