Tom Cowden Memorial Scholarship
Thomas Samuel Cowden (Tom) was born on March 29, 1997. Tom lived in Davie County for most of his life, and attended William R Davie Elementary and North Davie Middle School. Tom was always very active. He was involved in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4H, and UMYF at First United Methodist Church. Tom loved being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Tom was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor, in April 2010. He endured surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy fighting this disease. After courageously battling cancer for two years, Tom passed away on April 17, 2012.
The Tom Cowden Memorial Scholarship is available to a senior at Davie High School, North Iredell High School, or West Rowan High School. Emphasis is on community service through church, scouts and 4-H.