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SFC, Rick Allan Rowland, US Army (Ret.)

Posted By Families Firstcare On August 12, 2019 @ 8:39 pm In Obituaries | 5 Comments

SFC, Rick Allan Rowland, US Army (Ret.), age 65, of Savannah, died Sunday, August 11, 2019, at his residence, after a short illness. He was surrounded by his family and under the care of Georgia Hospice.

He was born on April 11, 1954, in Decatur, Illinois, to Marvin and Effie Rowland. He retired from the US Army after 22 years of service. He was awarded many service medals during his service. He later retired from the printing room of the Savannah Morning News after many years.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Loreen and his mother, Effie Rowland.

Surviving is his loving wife of 17 years, W. Joy Rowland, his father, Marvin Rowland, his three children, Kim Hurt, Michelle Rowland and Joshua Rowland, his three grandchildren, Michael Hurt, Lindsey Hurt and Aushur Shabo, his brother, Neil Rowland, his beloved dog of 12 years, Bradley and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A graveside service will be held, Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at 2:30 pm at Hillcrest Abbey West.

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Condolence from Gale Barlow Crock on August 22nd, 2019 9:40 pm

Joy
We’re so sorry for your loss
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Love you
Gale

Condolence from Judy Carter Anderson on August 22nd, 2019 10:03 pm

My sister W Joy Rowland lost her husband Rick Rowland Aug 11. Please keep her and the entire family in your prayers.
Rick was a wonderful husband and father and grandfather. He will be missed by us all.
Rick RIP you served your country and your felllow man and we salute you. A life well lived.

I love you so much Joy
You took great care of Rick
Now you need to rest and heal.
I am here now and will be forever.

Judy Carter Anderson

Condolence from Carolyn Stafford on August 22nd, 2019 10:42 pm

Joy, so sorry for your lost. Prayers for you and your family.

Condolence from William & Barbara Barlow on August 22nd, 2019 11:30 pm

Joy,we are so sorry for your loss,our prayers are with you and the family

Condolence from Shelia Lowe on August 23rd, 2019 2:43 am

Joy I’m sorry for your loss. I’ve just read about him. If I can help in anyway just call me.
912-748-3230 I know how difficult losing a husband is.

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