Neil Frederick Rowe

Neil Frederick Rowe obituary, Portsmouth, NH

Neil Frederick Rowe

Neil Rowe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. Verne Wood Funeral Home - Buckminster Chapel - Portsmouth on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Stratham, NH – Neil F. Rowe, age 78, passed away unexpectedly at his home, Country Pride Morgan Farm, in Stratham, on Sept. 30, 2025.
He was born in Portsmouth, on October 15, 1946, and was the devoted son of the late Earle Everly Rowe and Helen Virginia (Smith) Rowe. He graduated in 1964 from Portsmouth High School, and was a graduate of NHTI, in Concord.
Prior to his retirement, he worked as a dedicated engineer at Raytheon Defense Systems, in Andover, MA, for 37 years. His proudest moment was his team's effort in developing the success of the Patriot Missile Program.
Neil was a 33° Master Mason with St. John's Lodge No. 1, participated in the Scottish Rite and was also a member of the Bektash Shriners of Boston.
In earlier years, Neil enjoyed showing his prized Morgans at various shows throughout New England. He enjoyed volunteering for numerous years at Stratham Fair, in supporting the Horse and Ox Pulling. An added bonus, was that he met his future wife, Lynn, there.
Neil was a past member of Stratham's Board of Adjustment, holding the position of Chairman. He was also a "ground floor" volunteer for what is now known as the NH-SPCA.
Neil's greatest joy was spending time at his camp at Province Lake, where he had been an avid boater.
He is survived by his beloved former wife, carer & constant, Lynn Aramini-Rowe; Devoted Step-Daughter, Alana Daher (George) and their daughter, Olivia; who always added joy & a bright light to his life. Step-Children; Anthony Dolloff, Angela Wolinski (Rob) & Family. Neil's 1st Grandchild; Brandon Wolinski, gave him a renewed sense of purpose and has continued to be exceptionally proud of him, for his ongoing accomplishments and service to our Country. Special Cousins; Cindy & Don Adams, Jamie Smith, along with other Brewers and Smiths. Neil was fortunate to have a Life-long dedicated friend in Jim Garvin & Family, and a loyal, always helpful friend; Rob Roy MacGregor. He had many good neighbors/friends whom he enjoyed at Lake Province.
Neil was also preceded in death by his beloved Morgan horses, Pride, Performance, Delay and his lap buddy; Abby.
Lynn continues to extend her sincere appreciation, in thanking all those friends & neighbors, that were there to help Neil out, at the times he needed them most. Thank you! Thank you!!
SERVICES – A private interment took place at Harmony Grove Cemetery in Portsmouth. Arrangements in care of the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home - Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad St., Portsmouth, NH. For online condolences, visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com.

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