Deloris Carolyn Cowan, 70, of Columbia, KY passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Signature Healthcare in Monroe County, KY. She was born on June 3, 1956 in Adair County, KY to the late Jessie “Buddy” Branham and Rebecca A. Claywell Grant.
Deloris was a hardworking woman who spent part of her life as a seamstress at Fruit of the Loom and OshKosh. She was known for the care she gave to the things that mattered most to her, whether through her work, her home, or the relationships she treasured. She found joy in flower gardening, took pride in keeping her home clean and welcoming, and especially loved spending time with her family and friends. Her faith was an important part of her life. Deloris was a member of Hadley Community Church and attended Harrods Fork Baptist Church.
SURVIVORS:
2 sons: Kavin Cowan (Nena) of Port Charlotte, FL and Bobby Bennett of Edmonton, KY
1 stepdaughter: Gina Douget of Mississippi
2 grandchildren: Nathan and Delaney Bennett
Special friends: Martha Lacy, Pam Crews and Carol Dugeon
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Gilbert Cowan; stepfather, Elford Grant; and two sisters: Lisa Gayle Branham and Sheila Diane Coomer.
Funeral Service: Friday, November 13, 2026 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. John Campbell officiating
Visitation: Friday after 10:00amCT at the funeral home
Burial: Fudge Cemetery
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
