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ROWLAND, Jr., Earl L. 60, of Swanton, OH, died April 17, 2014 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was born May 23, 1953 in Hamilton, OH to Earl L. and Virginia (Ashcraft) Rowland, Sr. Earl served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years and was honorably discharged in 1975. Earl earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Troy State University in Troy, AL and his Masters of Business Administration degree from The University of Toledo. He worked at Owens Corning in various capacities for 28 years. He then worked at Sampco in Pittsfield, MA for 18 months. For the past several years he has been a house husband and father making the most of his time with his family. He married Martie (Grandowicz) Koziarski on September 7, 1995 in St. Lucia. They enjoyed many tropical vacations together. Their life was made complete when they traveled to Russia in December 2001 to adopt their two children. Earl enjoyed watching his son, Nicholas, play baseball and football, listening to him play the trumpet and teaching him the ropes of life on the farm. He enjoyed watching his daughter, Nadia, play softball, listening to her play the piano and especially teaching her his gourmet cooking skills. Survivors include his wife, Martie, son, Nicholas, daughter, Nadia, sister, Brenda (Gary) DeHart and nieces, Kim (Dave) Walsh and Amanda (Steve) Weatherford. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of Earl's life will be Monday, April 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at Peinert-Dunn Funeral Home, Whitehouse Chapel, with Pastor Steve Weatherford officiating. Visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m. The family suggests giving memorial contributions to the Toledo Area Humane Society. The family would like to thank St. Luke's Hospital ER and ICC doctors and staff for their special care of Earl, and a special thank you to Pam Righi for her support to the family, especially Earl's children during this difficult time. To leave an online memory please visit peinertfuneralhome.com

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Published by Journal-News on Apr. 20, 2014.

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May 2, 2014

Martie: Mark and I were so sorry to hear of Earl's passing. We have so many fond memories of working with both of you at OC. Our prayers are with you.

April 24, 2014

I am sorry to hear about your loss of Earl. We were out of town and some how an email was forwarded to me with the information. We send our prayers to you Martie and your children.
Karen + Kevin David

April 22, 2014

Dear Martie and family, I wanted to pass on my heartfelt condolences on Earls passing. It was a pleasure working with the both of you at OC. Earl was such a great partner to us business guys as we drove a great deal of change through our IT changes and Earls help with change management and training was critical to our success. Your family is in our hearts and prayers. Carl Hedlund

Sandy White

April 21, 2014

Martie, I am so sorry to hear of Earl's passing. I have so many great memories of all the great times we had at OC and the awesome parties at your house. Prayers to you and your family.

Jody Gabel

April 21, 2014

Martie, kids and family - our heartfelt condolences to you on Earl's passing. May you cherish all the wonderful memories and great times spent together. Let us know if you need anything. Hugs and God Bless.

Burdue Family

April 21, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to your family.

April 21, 2014

So sorry to hear about Earl passing away. Martie, you and the children are in my thoughts and prayers. Barb Alexander

Art Bender

April 21, 2014

Earl was a driving force in helping Owens Corning become a leading vendor to the Home Center customers.

Sue Mann

April 21, 2014

Martie..I am so sorry to hear about Earl. My heart aches for you and the kids. Your family is in my prayers.

Kelly Campbell

April 21, 2014

Sorry to hear about Earl. Sending prayers to the family!

Letha Phillips Bunch

April 20, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss of Earl. Earl was a classmate of mine in Hamilton, Ohio. It sounds like he had a happy life with a lovely family. May he rest in peace. My sympathy to his family.

Rod Matthews

April 20, 2014

Earl's new home in Whitehouse was the last place I visited years ago, just before leaving Toledo. I remember how proud he was of the place, as Earl threw a great pig-picking party to celebrate the new house.. I remember Earl's infectious laugh, his quick mind and his willingness to help. A business trip we took to Meridian, Mississippi is forever etched in my memory, when we made a presentation to the plant. We were cuting edge back then, traveling with a projector the size of a large footlocker (these projectors fit in your hand now). Our thoughts and prayers are with Martie and the kids. We will miss Earl. Rod and Cathy Matthews

John Seitz

April 20, 2014

Earl helped our team at OC change the direction of the IT organization going forward. He was a friend and a great fellow worker. He will be missed by all.

Doris Rowland

April 20, 2014

So sorry to hear

Elmer Fackey

April 20, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Easter offers hope to those who grieve.

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