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James Rowland
1930 - 2023
James Rowland
1930 - 2023
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BORN
1930
DIED
2023
James Rowland Obituary
James Oscar Rowland, age 92 of Murfreesboro, died Sunday, April 23, 2023, at Adams Place. He was a native of Rockvale, Tennessee and a son of the late Oscar Gray Rowland and Susie McDaniel Rowland.
Survivors include his wife, Christine Rowland; sons, Mark Rowland and wife Courtney and Chris Rowland and wife Rhonda; sister, Earline Satterwhite; grandchildren, Austin, Taylor, Ethan, and Oscar Rowland; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Mr. Rowland was a faithful member and deacon of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church. A man of many talents, he owned Rowland and Wilson Realty Company and Southern Furniture Co. James was also one of a group of businessmen organizing and founding Citizens Bank, Murfreesboro.
Visitation will be Thursday, April 27, 2023, from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Graveside services will follow at 4:00 pm in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with family serving as pallbearers. An online guestbook is available for the Rowland family at www.woodfinchapel.com.
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Beverly Cox
April 28, 2023
Thoughts and prayers for your family. Bobby and Beverly Cox.
Candi McCluskey
April 27, 2023
Such a wonderful man. So generous and so loved. Many prayers for comfort and strength. He will be missed.
Cand, Gregory, Brian and Raylynn
Sonia Good -Thompson
April 27, 2023
Christine, Chris, Mark and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. James truly was a wonderful person, mentor, and true example of a Godly man. My prayers are with you all and may God and all your precious memories bring you comfort until you meet again.
Dwight Faircloth
April 26, 2023
What a loss. We think the the world of Mr and Mrs Rowland. They were very cordial to Barbara and myself.
We will miss him and his kindness.
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Marsha Logue
April 25, 2023
So sorry for your loss of Mr James. Such a dear man that over the years I had the blessing of calling mentor and friend. Sending love and prayers to all.
Sheila Lee
April 25, 2023
James was such an awesome family man! Loved working with him thru the years. God's grace is sufficient! Sheila Nipper Lee
Michelle Lasley
April 24, 2023
I started my Real estate career at Prudential Rowland & Wilson. Sorry to hear this news. He was a pleasure to work for. Prayers for all the family.
Donna Mayo Gilliam
April 24, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Carlton
April 24, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. James was such a kind man, always so nice to everyone. My prayers and condolences to each of you.
Bobby and Jean Mayo
April 24, 2023
James was a wonderful friend. James was all ways ready to help people in needs. James we love you! Rest in peace!
Jerry Tucker
April 24, 2023
Thank you Mr. Rowland for a good example of a life well lived.
Bettye Harris
April 24, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of James. He was a very nice person to everybody. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
Polly Lufkin
April 24, 2023
Chris , We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing, but you know he is in no more pain and he is home with Jesus. May God comfort you all during this time.
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