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Martin Rowland Obituary

Martin Gerard ROWLAND Beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. Martin was born in Seattle, Washington July 23, 1961 and passed away suddenly on June 3, 2005. He attended Christ the King School, graduated from Blanchet High School in 1979, and DeVry Institute of Technology in Phoenix, Arizona in 1982. He lived in San Diego, California following graduation and returned to the Northwest in 1996. Martin had a special love for his nieces, nephews and other young children who came into his life. He was a collector of comic books, a huge Star Trek and science fiction fan and a voracious reader. Martin had a special knack for computers and tech gadgets. One of his favorite pastimes was riding his bicycles, especially his recumbent. Martin rode across America from San Diego to Virginia Beach. He also rode from the Canadian border to the Mexican border along the Pacific Coast. In 2000, he traveled to Ireland and rode around Ireland visiting his many relatives. He is survived by his mother, Bridget of Seattle; his father, Finian of Seattle; si sters, Ann, Kathleen and Teresa; brothers, Patrick and Kevin; many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. He is predeceased by his niece, Siobhan Marie Bitzer. Viewing will be Wednesday, June 8th, from 4-7 p.m. followed by Recitation of the Rosary at 7:30 p.m. at Hoffner Fisher & Harvey Chapel Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, June 9th, at 1 p.m. at St. Benedict Church, North 49th St. and Wallingford Ave. North, Seattle. Interment, Calvary Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the American Diabetes Assn., Washington Affiliate, 557 Roy St., Lower Level, Seattle, WA 98109; NAMI; Harborview Medical Center, 325 9th Ave., Seattle, WA 98104; or your favorite charity in Martin's name.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jun. 7 to Jun. 8, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Martin Rowland

18 Entries

Caroline Clodagh Brady

July 7, 2005

I was so sorry to hear of Martin's death ,may God rest his soul.I really enjoyed meeting him in 2000

when he stayed with us on his trip around Ireland on his bike. To aunt Bridget and family we send our sympathy

Shauna Brady

July 7, 2005

My deepest sympathy to my Aunt Bridget and family on the untimely death of cousin Martin. Your dearest departed is in our thoughts today as are you all. Ar deis Dé go raibh a anam.

Shauna Brady

July 7, 2005

My deepest sympathy to my Aunt Bridget and family on the untimely death of cousin Martin. Your dearest departed is in our thoughts today as are you all. Ar deis Dé go raibh a anam.

Mary Mooney

July 3, 2005

We are sorry to hear of the death of Martin, may he rest in piece. We enyoyed having him visit in 2000 when he toured Ireland on his bike You are in our thoughts and prayers

from your sister Mary and family

Teresa Rowland O'Leary

July 2, 2005

To all Martin's friends and relatives. You truly touched his life, however brief. Each one of you meant the world to him. Thank you for being part of his life. And thank you for your love and support you have extended to our family.

Josephine Percy

June 20, 2005

Dear Bridget and family, please accept my condolences for your loss -- you are, and have been, in my prayers.

celine winter

June 16, 2005

to my sister bridget martins mother my best thought of you martin was 1963 in meentashask with you and annmarie katheen theresa as a baby .the photosi still have i send my deepest sympthy to all my neices and nephews and his dad finian i love you martin

Catherine O'Donnell

June 14, 2005

Bridget, Finian and Family,

We were very sad to learn of Martin's sudden death and wished we were closer to lend our physical support at this sad time for you all. You are all very much in our prayers, thoughts, and Masses.

Catherine O'Donnell, Patricia O'Donnell, Bernice Ruston, Marie Greggains, Margaret Dunn, Michael O'Donnell

Margaret ,Sean Brady

June 13, 2005

My sincerest sympathy to my sister Bridget, Martin's mother ,Finian his dad. His sisters Ann,Kathleen,and Teresa;brothers Patrick, Kevin. We are with you in spirit and prayer. We will always

remember and love Martin. Suimhneas síorraidh tabhair dó a Thighearna

Sheila Gavigan

June 12, 2005

Martin would have loved this internet guest book. I can see the smile on his face now. All of us in the family who were lucky enough to spend so many joyous days together growing up will miss Martin dearly. I am thankful for his love and friendship throughout my life. My thoughts and prayers are with the Rowland family each day that God may bless you and comfort you and keep Martin close to you always in your hearts.

Tony Palmieri

June 10, 2005

Finian,

I just found out about your loss while on vacation in San Diego. All the guys on 8033 24th Ave NW send our condolences and wish you and Sally all the best.

Anthony

Ivy Santee

June 9, 2005

Martin has been a very dear friend to me and my children for the last 25 years, we will all miss him so much. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

jackie young

June 9, 2005

finian and sally-

i am so, so sorry for your loss. jackie

Marifae Hancock Clark

June 8, 2005

I send my thoughts and prayers to the Rowland family.

John Michael O'Donnell

June 8, 2005

May I express my sincerest sympathy to the Rowland family, relatives and friends of Martin who has passed away in the prime of life.

Beannacht Dé ar a anam dhílis.

Dave Monahan

June 8, 2005

Martin and I were friends and roommates in college, and then housemates again a few years ago. Martin and I laughed a lot together, talked sci-fi and computers until we were hoarse, and traded reading material and recommendations frequently. My family and friends got to know him well, and enjoyed his company at many get-togethers. He even broke down and wore a tropical shirt at my wedding - stylish for Martin! I will miss him very much, but am thankful we had many years of friendship. My deepest sympathies go to his family and friends.

Charlie Joe O' Donnell

June 8, 2005

I wish to express my sincerest sympathy to my cousins and the entire Rowland family on the death of Martin. We will remember you in our prayers. Ar deis Dé go raibh a anam dilis.

Thomas Winter

June 7, 2005

Martin is my cousin on my mothers side who I met as a child. It is with sadness that I learn of his passing and wish all my relatives in the USA my condolences at this time.

Thomas Winter.

Melbourne, Australia

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