Charlene McDowell

Charlene McDowell, age 64, of Perham , MN , died Wednesday, May 12, 2010 , at her home.


Charlene Ann (Skorczewski) McDowell was born April 14, 1946 , to Joseph and Evelyn (Krook) Skorczewski. She grew up on a farm south of Canby , MN , and attended school there. On October 22, 1966 , she was united in marriage to Dale McDowell and together they had five children. In 1971 they moved their family to Deer Creek , MN , where she spent most of her life. Charlene was an Avon Representative and a religious article dealer selling at local church events. She spent her free time painting and doing photography which she loved.



Charlene’s family, and those who knew her, will miss her very much and will keep her alive in their thoughts and prayers.



Charlene is survived by her five children, Davey (Kathrine) McDowell, Okoboji , IA ; Tami Lou McDowell, Nebraska ; Jayme (Michelle) McDowell, McGregor , MN ; Rodney (Emily) McDowell, Buffalo , MN ; and Glen (Debra) McDowell, Ottertail , MN ; and four grandchildren, Kiera, Erin, McKenzie and Maxwell.