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Kerry Gerlach Rowe

Kerry Rowe Obituary

Kerry Gerlach Rowe Resident of Hayward Kerry passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 5, 2010 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. She was born November 17, 1945 and grew up in San Lorenzo. She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Michael Rowe, her son Ken Rowe, daughter Leanne Gerlach, step-son Brian Rowe and grandchildren Catitia Rowe, Brandon Rowe, her mother June Gerlach, sisters Kaye Caisse, Karla Skonnord and brother Ken Gerlach. Kerry worked many years as an executive secretary for Scott Company. She was very active in Christ Lutheran Church in San Lorenzo. Many hobbies included needle point, making quilts, riding her horse, caring for her dogs and going with her family to Disneyland. A Memorial service will be held on November 6, 2010 at 11:00 am at Oromo Christ Lutheran Church, 100 Hacienda Ave., San Lorenzo. Rev Dan Solberg officiating.

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Nov. 2, 2010.

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Kaye

November 4, 2010

We will miss you sister Kerry - you knew in your heart your family always loved you.......it was truly sad we could not be close to you in your final years due to family circumstances but you knew we were always there for you - have fun with Dad!

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