Rowland, John Roy, a devoted husband and father, of Boca Raton, originally of Savannah, GA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 26, 2014, at the age of 61. John was the son of the late, John Bunyon and Lucie Rowland. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria C. Rowland; and his dear children, Kimberly Rowland, Kerry Rowland and Kyle Rowland. Visitation will take place on Friday, January 31, 2014, from 6-9 p.m. with a Tributes of a Lifetime Service at 7:30 p.m. at Boyd-Panciera Hollywood Boulevard Chapel. Graveside Service will be on Saturday, February 1, 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
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Bill & Phyllis Geiger (Satsuma FL USA)
January 30, 2014, 12:00 am
We are so so sad, there are no words to express our sorrow for the loss of our wonderful friend. Thankfully we have tons of pictures to remember the really great times we shared over the years. I know Roy will rest in peace knowing he had a terrific wife and raised three great kids. Please take care of yourselves – Roy we will miss you forever and ever !!!!! Family take care and stay in touch. Love Bill & Phyllis
Leeza Hanson (Fort Lauderdale FL United States)
January 31, 2014, 12:00 am
We will never forget all of the incredible memories we have with you John, we always thought of you and your family as a part of of family. Heaven got an incredible angel, we will miss you. All our love and prayers, Leeza, Mitch, Hannah and Lukas Hanson
Harry & Sandy Warholak (Roswell GA USA)
January 31, 2014, 12:00 am
Dear Rowland Family,
We are so saddened by the sudden passing of John. He was a wonderful, Funny friend, husband & father. We have so many wonderful memories of sharing meals together in Ft. Lauderdale on our many visits over the years. We so enjoyed all the stories you would tell about all the adventures the two of you have had over your lifetime. So many good times and the boating also! How much you loved to go fishing. We will be there in spirit and hope to give you all a hug next week. Your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
All Our Love,
Sandy & Harry
Linda and Mike Newsom (Oakland Park FL United States)
January 31, 2014, 12:00 am
Maria and family
We were shocked and saddened to learn of John’s passing. Please know that we are praying for all of you. We too are grateful for sweet memories of sharing the neighborhood together and your friendship while raising our munchkins. John was a great guy, always so helpful. We know he will be deeply missed.
Ahmed Cissé (Abidjan FL Ivory Coast)
February 1, 2014, 12:00 am
Rest in Peace! It has been a pleasure to have known you. Thank you.
Ahmed, URS Fort Lauderdale Airport
Katia Medina (Coral Springs FL USA)
February 3, 2014, 12:00 am
When you think of his smile, may you be reminded of all the good times you have shared. When you talk about the kind of person he was, may you feel prouder than ever. And when you hear all the stories people tell about him, may it bring an even richer understanding of how much he meant to everyone lucky enough to know him. With Deepest Sympathy!
Susan Schiappa (Delray Beach FL)
February 3, 2014, 12:00 am
I cannot even begin to imagine what you are going through and how difficult this must be. Roy brought so many happy moments to us all at the airport and left us with lots of memories. We will never be able to forget him. And while it is difficult to think of this world without him, it is a happy thought knowing that wherever he is, he is only spreading happiness.