Jean R. Rowan

Many prayers to all my Rowan cousins. I will cherish the beautiful memories I have of my lovely aunt Jeannie. She was wonderful to be around and had a lovely spirit. I am comforted by knowing her spirit will live on and she is with her love once again. You will always be close to my heart Jeannie and I shall never forget you nor my wonderful uncle Jim. You were two of my favorite people. Love and Light

I worked with Jean for years at Rutgers. She was lovely and down-to-earth. Always knew the right thing to say and was respectful to all. She bought one of my watercolors, which was a kindness.

When I was maybe 7 or 8 years old I accompanied my father on a business trip to Wash. D.C. and stayed at the house in Alexandria. One evening I was standing in the living room across from where Aunt Jeannie was quietly sitting and reading. I wanted to ask her something but for the life of me could not think of the proper salutation. I clearly recall darting about through my pre adolescent mind in pursuit of some elusive epiphany. Apparently I was lucid enough to piece together the associated...

Sending love and prayers to all my beautiful cousins. The world was blessed with Jeannie, such a wonderful mother and grandmother to her loving family, and aunt and godmother to me. I am sorry for your loss, but know that she will always live on in all our hearts, as does your dad.

Kevin and I were reflecting on the beautiful memories of the visit from Jeannie & Jim to us here in County Kerry, Ireland in 1994. It seems like it was just yesterday. The moon is close to full and is...