John Patrick Mc Gowan, 63,  otherwise known as "Biggie and Moon" passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, September 20th. Son of the late John Mc Gowan and Mary Mc Gowan and late sister Eileen Mahoney.

John was born in Brooklyn, New York June 16, 1956. He resided in Washington Township, NJ. He graduated Audubon high school 1974 were he was a prominent athlete followed by "Glory Days" with his Great Friends and and the Mt. Ephraim Eagles Hockey. He worked for the New York City Housing Authority for over 22 years as an elevator mechanic and was a Teamster Local 237 Union Member where he had many beloved friends and awesome shop stories.

 John married the love of his life Anita DiOrio and quickly became a father to her two children Stefanie Amber Reis and Retired Major Derek DiOrio. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren who adored him; Morales, Frankie, Mikayla, Amber, Creighton, Arianna, Sophia, Ryan, Mya, and Angel. He was a positive influence to many nieces and nephews who will forever remember the wonderful summers spent with "Biggie " at the beach and his generous spirit .

He was an avid Yankees, Rangers, and Manchester United fan.

Those who were touched by John are invited to share stories, commiserate about New York sports, Man U, "life at the shop", softball, hockey teams, and celebrate his life at FERTIG FUNERAL HOME, 63 N. Main St., Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 on Thursday September 26, 2019. Gathering of family and friends from 1-3 pm with a memorial service to follow at 3. Interment private at the convenience of the family.