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Frederick Rowe Obituary

Frederick Eugene "Gene" Rowe, 90, of Lafayette, passed away at Rosewalk Village on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born on April 19, 1934 in White County, Indiana to the late J. Carl and Dora (Plant) Rowe.
After graduating from Otterbein High School, Gene enlisted in the United States Army and served honorably for two years. On June 26, 1954, he was married to Margaret "Peggy" Richardson, and she preceded him in passing on June 20, 2002. Gene worked as a Locksmith at Purdue University for 25 years, and was a member of The Moose Lodge in Lafayette.
Gene is survived by his children, David E. Rowe and Penny J. Nugent; siblings, Carolyn Fassnacht and Byron Rowe; grandchildren, Dawn (Sarath) Achanta, David (Andrea) Rowe Jr., Blake Nugent, and Hannah (Isaiah) Jenkins; and great grandchildren, David Rowe, Anna Rowe, Annabelle Jenkins, Bryar Jenkins, Gatlin Jenkins, and Aashritha Achanta.
In addition to his parents and wife, Gene was preceded in death by his son, Tony Eugene Rowe; brother, Ron Anstett; and sister, Lois Dring.
Gene will be laid to rest at Concord Cemetery at a later date.
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Obituary published on Legacy.com by WLFI on Apr. 11, 2025.

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Frederick Plant

April 18, 2025

Our sincere condolences on Gene's passing. I have many fond memories of he and my dad at the farm house drag raising their cars. A great fellow with several shared conversations about our careers in higher education over the years. Rick and Charlene Plant. Blessings to all.

Teresa alsup

April 15, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tammy Lester-Tudder

April 12, 2025

Dave and Penny
I want to offer my deepest condolences. Your Dad was one of a kind. Always smiling and laughing and so humble. He would give you his last dollar if you needed it. He will me greatly missed. May you find comfort in God´s hands during this difficult time. Keeping your family and you in my prayers

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April 11, 2025

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