Malcolm Lee "Mac" Cowen, M.D., 92, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully November 14, 2024 in Bethlehem, PA. He was the husband of Mary Catherine "Kay" Cowen.

Born in Amity, PA, he was a son of the late Curtis C. and Mildred (Smith) Cowen. He graduated from Trinity High School in Washington, PA in 1950 and Washington and Jefferson College in 1954. Malcolm is a graduate of Jefferson Medical School in 1958 and served his pathology residency at Bethesda Naval Hospital outside of Washington, DC.

Dr. Cowen had a 20 year naval career retiring as a captain in 1977. He served tours of duty in Hawaii, Bethesda, Guam, Great Lakes and Philadelphia. After his retirement from the Navy, Dr. Cowen relocated to Bethlehem, PA and worked as a clinical pathologist at St. Luke's Hospital. He concluded his career as a forensic pathologist, serving the community in eastern Pennsylvania.

Malcolm was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church in Easton, PA, and served as the head elder, president of the congregation, and member of the choir. He was also actively involved in Meals on Wheels.

Dr. Cowen is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary Catherine (Eichmann) Cowen, originally from Pittston, PA, and his children Malcolm L., II (Karen), Malia (Terry) Martin, and Christopher (Rebecca); eight grandchildren Stephen Sargent, Sean Sargent, J.T. Martin, Katie Ramos, Evan Cowen, Grace Cowen, Noah and Abigail Cowen; five great-grandchildren; and a niece Barbara Cowen. He was predeceased by his brother Chalmer Cowen and nephew Richard Cowen.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 – 10:45 AM on Wednesday, November 20, in Faith Lutheran Church, 2012 Sullivan Trail, Easton, with the funeral service at 11 AM. Entombment with military honors will be in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pearson Funeral Home, Bethlehem. www.pearsonfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Faith Lutheran Church, 2012 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA 18040.