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The Life of Jack Carl Cowan

Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 11:00 AM in Martin & Castille''s La Fleur de Lis Chapel in Lafayette, for Mr. Jack Carl Cowan, age 76, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at his residence in Lafayette. Jack was survived by his wife of 53 years, Ollie Nell Chalmers Cowan; his daughter, Cathy DeGravelle; and his son, Jay Cowan and his wife Kristin Devine. Jack was also survived by his grandchildren, Mike Barton and his wife Susan Ellender Barton, Jack Cowan, Nora Cowan and Liam Cowan; his great grandchildren, Haley Barton, Megan Barton, Josh Barton and Ben Barton; and his business partner of 28 years, Richard Foreman. Jack was the founder and Chairman of the Venture Group. Founded in 1977 as Venture Chemicals, the Venture Group was a number of specialty chemical companies servicing a broad range of industries including the oil and gas drilling fluids market. Widely known for his many business accomplishments, co-authorship of a book, contributions to many recognized publications, holder of numerous patents and as a member of many esteemed committees and organizations, Jack was at his core, an entrepreneur, and a lifelong salesman. His eternal optimism and never give up attitude touched all of those who knew him, from his business associates, close friends and beloved family. Entombment will be in Lafayette Memorial Park Mausoleum. Reverend Dr. Steve Horn, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Lafayette will conduct the funeral services. Pallbearers will be Mike Barton, Dan Ducote, Russell Ducote, Mike Kilchrist, Bill Murphy, and Chris Nichols. The family requests that visitation be observed in Martin & Castille''s SOUTHSIDE location on Monday, October 18, 2010 from 10:00 AM until time of service at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the scholarship fund at Midwestern State University, MSU Annual Fund, 3410 Taft Blvd., Wichita Falls, TX 76308-9983 or on their website at www.mwsu.edu/annualfund/memorialhonor.asp.  Martin & Castille-SOUTHSIDE-600 E. Farrel Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508, 337-984-2811

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