Dowe, Douglas C. - 48, of Springhill, and formerly of Five Islands passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at home following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Springhill, he was a son of Elroy and Dianna (Lewis) Dowe, Lower Five Islands. Early in life, he was a fisherman and lumberman. He later worked at Surrette Battery in Springhill. Douglas truly lived life to its fullest, and was not one to ever hold a grudge. He cared greatly about all animals, but in particular cats. Besides his parents, he is survived by his companion, Tammy Brown, Springhill; a daughter, Megan Dowe, of Five Islands; a son, Shayne Dowe, of Five Islands and Alberta; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the L.A. Animal Shelter or to a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Online condolences at www.smithsfuneralhome.com