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Phillip Rowe Obituary
37, of Maricopa, Arizona passed away on Friday, October 17, 2008 after a courageous three year battle with colon cancer. He was an accomplished guitarist and loved hiking, biking and mountain climbing. He was an outstanding father, husband, brother, son and friend and will be greatly missed and always loved. Survivors include his wife, Amanda, daughter, Kira, mother, Sandra Nyberg, father Richard Rowe, stepmother, Julia Rowe and sister, Jennifer Fierberg. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at 1pm at Mountain Park Community Church in Ahwatukee.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Rowe
Sherri Kraft Caspers
November 11, 2008
I also knew Phil from youth group at Cathedral of the Valley in Phoenix. When my sister, Nina, told me of his passing...it hit me so hard. Phil was one of the sweetest, kindest, dearest, loving and GOOFY guys I've ever known. I had been looking for him for a few months, then to find out that he passed.... needless to say, I was in shock and am grieving. Phil is in God's presence now, but those here on earth are missing him greatly! One day, my friend, we will see you again! In the meantime...keep God laughing! I know you can! I, too, will keep the family in my prayers. Much love....
Nina Kraft
November 10, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. We went to the same church youth group in high school. We would hang out all the time and listen to music. He introduced me to Dokken. I've always thought of him when I would hear one of their songs.
He was such a dear friend, a real sweetheart.
My heart goes out to his family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Carole Chapman
October 26, 2008
We were so saddened to hear of Phil's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cousins Carole, Gary & Brooke Chapman
Cousin Virginia Castaneda
October 26, 2008
Phil: You were so gracious to carry my Mom's casket at her funeral 6 years ago without even being asked. Thank you! My Mom and your grandmother were sisters and that was truly a kind jesture.
Gram & Gramp Hayes
October 24, 2008
Phil, It was a pleasure having you in our family for as long as we have. You will be greatly missed. We love you.
Melody Zyburt
October 23, 2008
Phil,
You fought so long and hard against the cancer and the unknown trama. The three long years you have fought has now come to a close. You are finally at peace! I cannot tell you how much you will be missed, but I think you always knew. God Bless you Phil!!!
David lyons
October 23, 2008
Phil,
I wish I had gotten to know you a lot better. Your generosity and encouragement helped this "old fa_t" to pick up his guitar after a 25 year hiatus, and start playing again. You will remain in my thoughts. It has been my priveledge to have known you.
Rob & Teresa Varela
October 23, 2008
Dear Rowe Family,
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of Phil. He was a quality young man who will be deeply missed. Our prayers for God's comfort and peace are with you.
Nancy Rowe
October 23, 2008
We thank God for our family and remember Phillip fondly. Phillip was our only newphew. Everything I (Aunt Nancy) learned about guitar I learned from Phillip. He will be missed. We have the blessed assurance of being reunited when the Lord calls the rest of us home. God bless our family.
Aunt Nancy & Uncle Bob Rowe
Molly LaFata
October 22, 2008
Remembrance of this life with Phil:
Strength, Pride, Passion, Friendship, Artist, Leader, Laughter... Man what a great laugh. He left us too soon, but is already busy with his next project and the future plans that were laid out for him.
Our prayers are always with you Mandy, Kira, and family. May you find the courage that he would want you go forward with, and always remember the fight he fought for you was done out of nothing less than love.
dick rowe
October 22, 2008
hi phil, grandma jane here, thank
the Lord you are at peace now and
pain free. I will always remember your
beautiful guitar playing at our holiday
get togethers, i miss you and love
you very much. grandma jane
julie rowe
October 22, 2008
phillip,
a wonderful father,husband,son,
friend and family member. talented
and courageous, you are loved and
missed. julie rowe
Vinay
October 22, 2008
Phil -
Enjoy your time with the Lord. You are missed dearly my friend.
Michael Blaney and Family
October 22, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Phillip, Mandy, Kira and all of their family and friends. May god bless you all.
Scott & Shannon & kids Blaney
October 22, 2008
Phillip we sure do love you and you will be missed. Your in the best place ever and we will see you there.
I have memories of us that I can carry forever.. We love you.
Clark Spencer
October 22, 2008
To the Rowe family:
Our heart felt condolences. Phil was a friend and collegue with a personality that just smoothed thing out. Never afraid to try something new and always happy to discuss life, music and work.
My time working with Phil was short but the magnitude of his impact on both Shelly and myself is just now starting to come into perspective.
Our thoughts and prayer go out the all of those family and friends woven into Phil's life.
Warmest Regards
Clark & Shelly Spencer
Joyce Nyberg
October 22, 2008
Phil was deeply loved and will be missed by many. His beautiful smile, wry sense of humor and unrelenting courage will continue to bless his loved ones forever. Rest in peace, Phil.
Chris Wilhelm
October 22, 2008
Phil,
We love you, as always, and miss you. Please check in with the best rock drummer....he'll be glad to jam...
You made my life better by being in it from the "discussions" of whether SRV was better than EC to just planning to climb someday....the plan remains the same....I will love you always.......and I'll be with you at the Jubillee
Peace,
Chris
Sandy Nyberg
October 22, 2008
My beautiful son, my heart aches for the pain and suffering you've gone through the past few years, not only the physical but the emotional as well, knowing your time with Mandy and Kira would be cut short. Your suffering is finally over but ours will go on, until we meet again. And I believe, with all my heart, that you will always be young, you will always be beautiful. Your body will be whole again and you will have eternity to live out your dreams.
I saw you come into this world and was with you as you passed into the next and for that I am thankful. So rest easy my son, your valiant and courageous battle is over, until we meet again, mom.
Angela Marquez
October 22, 2008
You fought hard my friend and your loss will be felt throughout this little community that was formed through the power of music. Were it not for RCPM, I might never have known you or your beautiful wife so to them I am forever indebted.
My heart takes comfort in knowing that you are now free from all pain.
Irisha Fayson
October 22, 2008
It is sad that this happened but Me and Israel send blessings the rest of the family. From Irisha
Corrie Anty
October 22, 2008
Phil, you will be missed so much. I am glad that I was able to meet you and spend good times with you. God will watch over your family. You are an angel now and no longer suffering. RIP
Bruce Nyberg
October 22, 2008
A true measure of a man is someone you are always glad to see, someone you are glad to be with, and someone you wish you had more time with.
Mark Twain once said," Endevor to live a life so well, that when you pass, even the undertaker will be sorry."
Phil was all of this and more.
The world may seem the lesser now that he is gone, but his legacy is ours to carry on. Let us rejoice in carrying on his legacy.
Thank you Phil.
You were great.
We will miss you.
We will see you again in Heaven.
Mo Nyberg
October 22, 2008
Phil... I am glad you are not suffering anymore. You are in my thoughts.
Your cousin, Morgan
Jake Fierberg
October 21, 2008
You were my brother-in-law. You were my friend and I love you. I will ride with you in my heart. When I reach those summits of these Colorado mountains, I will sign your name in the log because I carried you to the top in my heart.
Chris LaFata
October 21, 2008
Phil,
It is hard to find the words that can help make sense of any of this for me. I am grateful that we were able to make the most of our short time together playing music. Although our friendship started out as simply being band mates, I feel like we really grew close because our lives paralleled so much as we grew from singles to married with kids. It was always good to have someone to bounce ideas off of and to be able to vent frustrations without having to worry about being judged. You were always genuine and your friendship can never be replaced. I'll miss you.
Krystl Zirkler
October 21, 2008
Peace.
Peace in finding a cool quiet to rest and reflect.
Peace in finally being able to set down the hurt of an earthbound body.
Peace for a soul that fought with courage and can now, at last, simply rest.
Peace.
Although I doubt you're doing much resting still. I have no doubt you've already found something to keep you busy on the other side, my friend.
Terri B
October 21, 2008
I will miss your laugh and those political "discussions."
Mandy and Kira are always in my thoughts. I love you.
john chole
October 21, 2008
phil will be missed by many he was a wonderful guy an wonderful husband and father to
Did you get your horns or did they give you wings,
well either works just as well.
Ashes of San Miguel
Denise Munday-Melton
October 21, 2008
Phil will be greatly missed. He always had such a positive attitude, a genuine smile and an amazingly strong, fighting spirit. He has taught me so much during his struggle and fight with cancer and that is not to take one moment, for granted, that we have on this earth. It is a blessing that he is no longer suffering, but heartbreaking that those he left behind must do the suffering. My heart is with all of you and you are in my prayers.
Jennifer Rowe-Fierberg
October 21, 2008
You
have been the dearest brother a sister could ask for. I will miss you
always. Your life has been an inspiration to all who knew you. I miss
you so much. Your laughter will be missed the most.
Your sister,
Jenn
P.S. Sorry about the black eye when we were kids.
Mark Panozzo
October 21, 2008
My heart and thoughts go out to all those who have known Phil.
October 21, 2008
Phil,
I miss you every second and am thankful that we had our time together, short as it was. Thank you for showing Kira and I what it meant to be loved. We love you so very much. Although we ache for your presence, we have faith that you are free from the physical pain and know that we will be with you again.
Always,
Mandy
Olen Raiford
October 21, 2008
My deepest gratitude to you Phil for the love and care you always gave to my daughter, Mandy, and granddaughter, Kira. And for the courage you demonstrated. You taught me to meet the challenge head-on with my own battle and I am a better person through you. You will be missed.
Olen Raiford
Jose Salazar
October 21, 2008
(Psalm 116:15) Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
Don Neese
October 21, 2008
Phil was an encouragement to me and somebody I could always be honest with. We easily slipped into deep conversations about everything. I am still not sure how that happened. I will miss him.
His music will continue to play in my headphones.
My prayers go out to Mandy and Kira.
Emily Schlagel
October 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.....we are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and give you the assurance only He can...our love & prayers,
STeve & Emily Schlagel
October 21, 2008
Sir Phil,
Our times shared together as youth will always be in my heart. You are inspiring to many and I will always admire your courageous battle to kick the cancer that took your life way too early. I am certain we will high five someday again Phil, but until then, please look over us and send me a sign that all is well...
I love you bro,
Troy
Gary Brady
October 21, 2008
I remember very well when Phil started at Stantec. He was right out of school and had a happy contagious personality that everyone enjoyed being around. He will be greatly missed.
Linda Hesselbein
October 21, 2008
Phil will be missed by his friends and co-workers here at Stantec. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family as they grieve for their loss and use their memories as a healer.
Priscilla Molinar
October 21, 2008
this will be a great loss to our Stantec Family. James will be remembered here as he used to play the guitar at our annual employee breakfast.
We sorry for you loss and will keep the family in prayer.
Nancy Hendron
October 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jared Grandy
October 21, 2008
Phil is hiking better trails and better mountains in a better place. I hope he's having a great time up there.
Cathy Herbert
October 21, 2008
Mandy, Sandy, Kira & family
We are thinking about you during this difficult time. We are so sorry that cancer took Phillip at such an early age. Our hearts and tears are with you.
Love,
Tom and Cathy
Rebecca Kersey
October 21, 2008
Phil,
We will miss you and your smile.
We pray that God will watch over your family and little one left behind.
We will see you again in glory some day. Until then!
you will be missed,
Phil, Rebecca, Johnathan, and Michael Kersey
dick rowe
October 21, 2008
dear phil,
you are the best, thanks for
being a great son, husband,
father, and brother. we will
be together again, love, dad
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