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MARK ROWAN Obituary
DELLAVECCHIA, REILLY,
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West Chester PA, 610-696-1181
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Memories and Condolences
for MARK ROWAN
Jackie Christman
July 16, 2025
Thinking of the smiles, laughter and love you spread to all you've touch!
Jackie Christman
July 16, 2022
Thinking of you Mark! God bless!
Jackie
Kim Froude
July 16, 2020
I sure do miss Marks smiling face on the docks! Miss his dogs too! We sure had some good times! RIP
Jackie Christman
July 17, 2019
Thinking of you Mark. Jackie
Bobby Spaziani
July 16, 2019
A great friend, funny guy and a wonderful visionary
July 19, 2014
I will always love you thank you for being an excellent brother.
Love you always and forever chrissie
Michelle Gagnon
September 29, 2013
I light a candle to our friendship, it is a candle like no other, for we are candles that lights this existence, and though new ones are lit as old ones go out, each moment of light from them is precious. God Bless you and keep you Mark Rowan. Michelle Gagnon at the Chesterfield Hotel
September 23, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about Mark. I Met Mark at my days at Madison Bank and over 15 yrs. we always talked on the phone but had never met in person. Last yr I helped him out and invited him to our annaul Christmas party, but something came up last miniute and we missed each other again. We finally had the chance I went down to the Hosp. picked him up and we went to lunch. Boy does he love Olive garden's soup. It was so nice to finaly meet him, he was a nice person, funny, and I will miss my talks with him. We would talk abut my girls and his nieces and nephews. we were going to try and introduce my daughter to one of mark's sisters....From my family to yours we are very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. If you ever need any info on the SBB, just call me and I will help out in any way I can, 215-588-3507
Sincerely,
Vince Roth & The Roth Family
Tom Bentley
September 13, 2013
Jay and family, I just heard the sad news a few weeks ago and have been trying to find Jay's number with no luck. I have memories with Mark that will be with me forever... Playing his progressive gin rummy game ( that I never understood how he kept score) late into the evenings in Jamaica is one of many... . He was so intense and fun all at the same time. I am so sad that I did not know his condition. Jay give me a call if you get this... Tom
Nancy Wilkinson
September 10, 2013
Jay, Michael & family,
Saddened by Mark's death. I was traveling when I heard but I'm sure the whole town came out to celebtate his life!
I have such fond memories of bar hopping from Vincent's up Gay St to late nights at laCocotte. Who can forget the piano playing at Avalon or the craziness when everyone showed up for happy hour.
Mark was one of a kind; so bright, so full of life , so charming. He is missed.
My emotions are raw as I just buried my own brother but I can empathize with your enormous loss. I hope you find solace in knowing Mark is at peace & no longer suffering.
RIP my dear friend...a hug to you until we meet again
Greg and Thresa Vassalotti
August 30, 2013
My wife and I just heard the sad news this evening and are heavy hearted. He was one of a kind. He was a good friend to many. He chose the path he wanted to pursue and did it with passion. I don't believe he left with any regrets. We enjoyed his company and will miss him. We met him when he sold us our first house and have remained friends ever since 35 years .
Good bye friend
Debbie
August 25, 2013
We laughed until we had to cry,
We hugged right down to our last goodbye.
We were the best that we'll ever be,
Just for a moment-you and me.
meg
August 24, 2013
I miss our hilarious political discussions at Starbucks on Worth Ave. every morning. A wonderful fun man.
Nat Whitten
August 23, 2013
Mark was a great friend to my father, who loved to bask in his tales of financial derring do. His mischief, laughter and contagious spirit will be missed!
Delinda Martell
August 18, 2013
I was very saddened to hear thatt Mark had passed away. He was a gracious host to me and my sister Amy when we spent a week-end at his lovely home in Palm Beach. He wil be very missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to the Rowan Family.
Chia
August 1, 2013
Mark often expressed his affection in poetry.
So, here's a poem for you, Mark Rowan.
Mark loved sunflowers and sunny beaches,
Porches, decks and short, clever speeches.
A seersucker suit and a crisp white shirt
A pick- up truck and flip flops can't hurt
Fast horses, a reliable bank lender
Handsome sailboats and a friendly bartender.
Travel to Ireland was a treat for Pud
Sharing Irish tales as only he could
Mark didn't let the truth get in the way oh his story
Of the Emerald Isle in all of its glory.
Fresh summer corn and jersey tomatoes
A big fat steak and a baked potato
Most of all, as this poetic list ends
Remember Mark truly loved you, his dear, dear friends.
Let the music take your mind,
Just release & you will find
You're gonna fly away
Tom Lutz
July 31, 2013
Brings back the days and great times around West Chester and Marshallton, with Mark, Bob Messina, Mike Foy, Tom Brittingham and others in the late 70's and early 80's.
JEAN-LUC ALIGNAN
July 31, 2013
Dear Chia,Chrissy,Michael,Jay and family ;i am very sad ; he was one of the first person i met when i came to USA 38 years ago when Chia had a party at her faher's place !!!I liked him,he was like a "big brother" . Good guy and fun to be with ! I am sure, will be sailing again . Love to all of you
Jean-Luc Alignan
Ginny Nagle
July 31, 2013
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mark's passing and my heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. I worked for Mark many years ago and will never forget how kind and generous he was, not to mention such a vibrant and fun-loving person. May God grant him peace and give comfort to his many friends and family members at this difficult time.
Tony Waldron
July 29, 2013
I just heard of Mark's passing and was sorry to hear that a storied life has come to a premature end. I have only seen mark a few times in the past 30 years, but we were close friends in our teens and twenties. Much of my misspent youth was spent with Mark, but this was a good thing, as I always admired Mark's love of life and entrepreneurial spirit and some of it even rubbed off. Mark was a risk taker, but also a people person, which made him a WC favorite son and a "rock star" in the local business world. He also cared a lot about his family and I extend my condolences to Jay, Chrissy, Michael and Chia. All who knew Mark were better for it!
July 29, 2013
Will miss your smile and laughter
Tracie Meloy
BARCLAY Reynolds
July 26, 2013
Happy trails old pal
Ted Donahue
July 26, 2013
Just heard the sad news...a great fellow with a real zest for life...always a smile and a couple of hounds in the pick up truck...he will be missed....RIP
Sharon Morgan
July 25, 2013
Dear Jay, Chrissy, Michael, Chia and all the Rowan clan,
My heartfelt condolensces to all of you at this very sad time. I have such great memories of Mark when attending West Chester. I know he is having a great time right now with Ann, Jerry, Dad and many of our other relatives.
With heartfelt sympathy and love,
Sharon
Mark with cousins Dick and John Flannery in Sea Isle City, NJ Aug 2011
John E Flannery
July 25, 2013
July 25, 2013
Dear Jay, Michael, Chia and Chrissy, I was deeply saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I had the opportunity to talk to him at one of his visits to Wawa one morning and at that time he was optimistic. I was out of town the day of the funeral or I definitely would have been there. As you all know the Rowans and Waldrons grew up together and I am sure they are saddened by his passing. I am sure that Marilou and Mark have been in touch already and are planning some kind of party or something already. May you rest in peace Pud.
Sincerely,
Ken Hagerty
Adam Austin
July 25, 2013
As the pianist and singer at the Leopard Lounge in Palm Beach for 19years, I saw Mark many times. He loved when I played "Mrs.Robinson", and Monty and Monet were always be his side. A kind gentle man, and he shall be sorely missed by all of the staff at the Chesterfield Hotel.We shall meet again, and souls like Mark will make that day an peaceful one. Adam Austin Arnold
A Palm Beach Bartender
July 25, 2013
I was honored to have met Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Suzanne Morgan
July 24, 2013
Dear Jay,Chrissy,Chia & Michael,
We were so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Although we didn't know Mark well, the remembrances of his friends and family make us wish we had. He was obviously very well loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
~Barbara, Suzanne, Joan & Mary (Morgan)
Frank Speidel
July 24, 2013
" ...They brought me bitter news to hear and bitter tears to shed.
I wept, as I remembered, how often you and I
Had tired the sun with talking and sent him down the sky."
William Cory
Peace my dear friend.
Eve Redmond
July 24, 2013
One of a kind..........my heartfelt sympathy to the Rowan Clan. Eve
Ben Forte
July 24, 2013
Our thought and prayers go out to the Rowan family. Mark will be missed.
Joanne Dougherty Herrick
July 23, 2013
Jay and Michael,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.We will always remember the good times in West Chester and the at club (WCCC) .Joanne Dougherty Herrick and Michael Dougherty
July 23, 2013
I am sure mark is Havana Daydreaming. Tight lines ! We will miss you. Lydia Don & Lilly Yates
Sue Glover
July 23, 2013
I thought I'd never believe of Mark's death until I read it in print. Still hard to imagine a world without Mark Rowan. During the last few months I would stop after work if I saw him on the patio just to say hello and have a laugh. Till we meet again...Sue Russell Glover
John E Flannery
July 23, 2013
Cousin Mark-
Hold my beer and watch THIS !
Love, Cousin John
Kim Froude
July 23, 2013
Mark Monty and Monet will be dearly missed on the Palm Beach docks!! Greatest guy!!
steve shur
July 23, 2013
Mark RIP. Another West Chester institution gone
steve shur
July 23, 2013
Mark RIP. So sorry to hear of your passing. Another West Chester institution gone
Nancy Dunn
July 23, 2013
So sad to learn of Mark's passing. He was responsible for much laughter in our home. We all adored him and his practical jokes... RIP my dear old friend.
Dick & Mary Lou Baldwin
July 23, 2013
We were so sad to learn of Mark's passing. He truly was a good guy and will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Sharpless
July 23, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mark. A long time acquaintance,friend and business comrade of my late husband Evan, I know he will be sorely missed by many!
July 23, 2013
I am so sorry to learn of Mark's passing, I thought he was holding his own since March when I last spoke with him. He had a great spirit and graciously housed a number of unwed Fathers in Avalon. Peace to Mark and may fond memories comfort his family. M. Catharine Bruder Martell.
Dick Groff
July 23, 2013
Mark was one of a kind and we need more like him. A great caring ,fun loving,bright man.Lucky to have been his friend for so many years.
Anne Flannery Zorilla
July 22, 2013
Jay, Chrissie, Michael,Chia, and all the nieces and nephews,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May you hold dear your wonderful memories of Mark as comfort.
Love
Dan, Anna Grace, Rowan, Kaitlyn, and Brynn
Ty Cooper
July 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We had many good times. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jackie Christman
July 22, 2013
Jay, Chrissy, Chia and Michael,
No one knows better than all of you how greatly missed Mark will be, and yet with his spirit and love for life his memory will be eternal. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Rowan family.
July 22, 2013
For a long time I was sure West Chester would be renamed "Rowanville"... A great spirit... Go with God, Mark.
Michele Deery
Richard Johnson
July 22, 2013
Jay, Mike & the Rowan family, So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I will have him in my prayers and thoughts as we remember the days of yore in West Chester. Rich Johnson
Kit & Debbie
July 22, 2013
Mark will be greatly missed. What an entrepreneurial spirit. I remember Mark being a good customer at my Mens' store. At such a young age had Diamond Oil Company, moved on to be one of the most successful developers in the area. Fond memories. Our prayers go out to his family.
Bobby Spaz
July 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of Marks passing. What a great guy who was always in control and made things happen. What a visionary.
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