Dennis Rowe Obituary
Dennis Michael Rowe, 56, of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, formerly of rural Neoga, Greenup, and Charleston, Illinois, passed away suddenly at 11:20 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2008, at his residence.
Dennis was born September 2, 1952, in Shelbyville, Illinois, a son of Granville Lee "Buck" Rowe and Dorothy (Jackson) Rowe.
Dennis was raised in rural Neoga and Greenup, Illinois. He graduated from Cumberland High School in 1971 and Eastern Illinois University in 1976 with a B.A. in Finance. While at E.I.U. in Charleston, Dennis served as President of Delta Chi Fraternity. He had worked since college in the insurance industry, both in underwriting as well as re-insurance.
Dennis married Dawn Germain in Country Club Hills, Illinois, in 1978. To that union was born four children, Kristin Rowe and husband Scott Huggins, their daughter Audrey Huggins, all of West Virginia, Lauren Rowe of Effingham, Illinois, Caitlyn Rowe and Cory Rowe, both of Clarendon Hills, Illinois.
Dennis is also survived by six brothers and sisters, Susan Walter of Pahrump, Nevada, Randy Rowe and wife Linda of Mattoon, Illinois, Rebecca "Becky" Moran and husband Don of Allenville, Illinois, Janet Christian and husband Bill of Tampa, Floraida, Kevin Rowe and wife Leslie of Elkhart, Indiana, and Jennifer Brewer and husband Don of Clarkdale, Arizona; fifteen nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Sheila Rowe Clark, who died in 1975; his mother, Dorothy Rowe Preston, who died in 1977, and his father, Buck Rowe, who died in 2000.
Funeral services honoring his life are Thursday, November 20, 3:00 p.m. at the Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S. Cass Ave., Darien, IL 60561. The wake will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, also at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date. Condolences and memorials may be mailed to Becky Moran, P.O. Box 41, Sullivan, IL 61951.
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Nancy Carpenter
November 25, 2008
Dennis was a great friend and neighbor. All of us at Clarendon Court admired him and his wonderful family. May God bless Dawn and their wonderful children.
Becky (Rowe) Moran
November 23, 2008
I am filled with sadness at the fact that my brother's life ended years too soon ! He was a great brother, and we shared so much more than DNA ! Dennis had many accomplishments in his life, however I know, as he told me, his greatest accomplishment was his 4 children. At our last conversation, Dennis said, " All I do, I do for them." Dennis, we, your siblings, will always miss you, and are so glad you were part of our journey in this life ! Love and Good Memories ! Your sister, Becky
Ron Coons
November 22, 2008
Our sincere condolences to the family. I first met Dennis in 1973, when I joined Delta Chi Fraternity at Eastern Illinois University. He was one of the finest men I've been priviledged to know.
When he was working as Assitant Manager of Sporty's (a favorite bar during the 70's) he jokingly put my name on the sign out front showing me as "Customer of the Month". When I asked what do I get for that he says, "You get one free drink!".
He was my Best Man at our wedding in 1976. Dennis and Dawn were at our home several times over the years. We lost track of them when they moved out East.
He certainly will be missed by many as evidenced by this Guest Book.
God Bless you, Brother Dennis, may the Lord grant you Eternal Peace.
Ron and Madonna Coons
Rob Downs
November 20, 2008
To Family and Friends,
So sorry to hear of Dennis passing. I worked with Dennis for several years when we were at SCOR Re in Itasca. He was well respected, a class act, and a good guy to work with. I really like him, and enjoyed his company. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
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Linda White
November 19, 2008
Dear Randy and family:
I do remember Dennis in his younger years, he was such a cute kid!
Life isn't a destination but a journey, and so we all encounter unexpected curves, turning points, mountaintops, and valleys. We discover the best in ourselves as each even occurs and shapes us into who we are. Dennis had a full life, he had lots of people who loved him and who will miss him greatly. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort at this time.
In God's love and mine
Dr. John T. North
November 18, 2008
To the family of Dennis Rowe:
I had the priviledge of being the advisor to the Delta Chi Fraternity when Denny was a member. He was one of the best. He will be remembered as a hard worker and a well liked individual by all of us who knew him.
Lauren Rowe
November 18, 2008
My dad was a great man. I couldn't have asked for a better dad. God blessed me to have him in my life. I'm always gonna miss him and I love him so much. I know he is in a better place and that he is looking down upon us. Thank you to all who have written in this guest book and sent cards. It means so much to us.
Belinda Sanders
November 18, 2008
We send our thoughts and prayers to Dennis' family. We are classmates of Dennis' from Greenup Grade School and Cumberland High School. We have lots of fond memories of "Boat" from those days. He will be missed! Please accept our sincere sympathy. Brad and Belinda Sanders
Randy Rowe, Jr.
November 18, 2008
Dennis was my uncle, brother to my dad, whom I never had the opportunity to know or interact with. As a family member I wish to express my sadness. The night uncle Kevin called me with the grim news I felt remorse on many levels. I pray aunt Dawn and all my cousins will get through this tumultuous time of pain and grief. From the Rowe family in Corpus Christi our thoughts & prayers are with each of you and I pray God be with you all.
Jerry and Cheryl Catron
November 18, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. We were friends of Denny and Dawn when they were still in Charleston,IL. Their oldest daughter, Kristen, is just a year older than ours. Jerry and Cheryl Catron
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