Mary Langtry Bowden

It is with deep love and sadness that the family of Mary Langtry Bowden announces her passing. Mary was born on October 15, 1943, to Mansel and Kathleen Langtry of Hammond, NY.

Mary married Everett R. Bowden, on April 20, 1963. Together they built a life centered on family, hard work, and modesty.

To know Mary was to know unconditional love. Her family was the center of her world, and she poured every ounce of herself into caring for those she loved. She is survived by her children, Donna Moquin (Timothy) of Hammond, NY, and Andrew Bowden (Colleen) of Gap, PA. She was endlessly proud of her children and the families they built, and nothing brought her more joy than being surrounded by them.

Mary’s biggest sense of pride were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves behind her grandchildren, Katie McDougall (Stephen) of Rutland, VT, Emily Mullikin (George) of Hammond, NY, Tayler Bowden of Gouverneur, NY, and Seth and Isaac Bowden of Gap, PA, all whom she absolutely adored. Her love only grew stronger with the arrival of her four great-grandchildren, Owen, Harper, Eleanor, and Adalyn, who brought endless light and pride to her life.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Everett; her brothers James Langtry and David Langtry; and her sisters Phyllis Langtry, Sue Dunham, and Julie Rizza. While she endured heartbreaking loss throughout her life, she faced every hardship with grace, courage, and incredible strength. Mary was truly a warrior — strong, brave, and resilient in ways that inspired everyone around her. Even during life’s most difficult moments, she continued to love fiercely and care deeply.

Mary dedicated many years to Hammond Central School, where she became a familiar and comforting presence to generations of children and families. Whether working in the kindergarten classroom or driving students to school or sporting events, she made people feel safe, cared for, and valued. Her kindness left a permanent mark on countless lives.

She found joy in the simple and beautiful things: reading a good book, crocheting gifts made with love, tending to her flowers, watching birds outside her window, and admiring the beauty and peace of the St. Lawrence River. But above all, Mary treasured time spent with family. Nothing mattered more to her than the people she loved.

Mary’s life was a remarkable example of strength wrapped in gentleness, and love given without limits. Though hearts are broken in her absence, the love Mary gave so freely will continue to live on through every life she touched. She will be deeply missed, endlessly loved, and forever remembered.