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BORN
1938
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
113 North Third Street
Clearfield, Pennsylvania
William Rowles Obituary
He graduated from Clearfield High School and was a member of the Clearfield Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. For many years, Bill could frequently be found at the church or the church school taking care of maintenance tasks that needed done. He was a lifetime member of the Clearfield Fire Department, deputy game warden for the PGC, and served for eight years in the Reserves with the Military Police. Bill was a Lineman for Penelec and retired after 37 years of service.
Bill is survived by his wife Elaine whom he wed on July 3, 1958; a sister Connie (John) Zimmerman; two children, Diana (Keith) Bertram of Wake Forest, NC, Robert (Linda) Rowles of Rapid City, SD; 3 grandchildren, Nathan (Katrina) Turner, Cierra (Blake) Sechman, and Garrett (Ashley) Rowles; 2 great-grandchildren Zoe and Zander Sechman, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by 2 sisters, Lillian Orris, and Janet Carns.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
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Ken Rowles
February 5, 2025
Elaine, Diana and Bob, so sorry for your loss. I remember going on patrol, having canned venison at camp and helping to stock fish. He was a great mentor and friend. Highly respected. Some great times. Take care, Ken Rowles
Beth Fulesday Hallstrom
February 5, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our Penelec family continues to grow smaller.
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