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William "Bill" Rowley

April 27, 2025

William

ROWLEY, William Vernon “Bill” – Of Rosemont, formerly of Conn, passed away unexpectedly at Waterloo Regional Health Network on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Sarah Alice “Sally” (née Grosbeck) Rowley (who predeceased him exactly 20 years ago this week). Loved father of Lisa (Peter) Keller of Mount Forest, Floyd (Diana) of Rosemont, Rodney of Rosemont, and Jason (Michelle) of Mount Forest. Dear grandfather of Shayla, Aylee, Grace (Cameron), Jadyn, Madison (Noah), Kaden, Jacob, and Mya. Bill will be missed by his siblings Jean (late Bill) Longland, late Raymond (Edith), late Elwood (late Jackie), Norma Gardner, Lorna (Hank) Dikken, the late infant sister Donna, and by his dear friend Mildred Peterson, sister-in-law late Helen McGovern (late Mike), brothers-in-law Frank Grosbeck, late Maurice, and late Fergus Grosbeck, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Mervin and Muriel Rowley.

Bill was a proud farmer, livestock trucker, and member of the Brayford Sod Farms team for many years. He was a true friend to all in the agricultural community.  

Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Friday, May 2nd from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation from 12:00 -12:45 p.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bill are asked to consider the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation. Donations and online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com


Condolences

Sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Condolences Lisa,Peter and family

— Ken & Karen Thompson, April 29, 2025

My condolences to Lisa on the loss of your father.

— Hugh Perrin, April 28, 2025

My condolences to Bill’s family.
He was a next door neighbour to my family and was always friendly and kind.
Had many chats with him in downtown MF over the years.
Joan Arthur

— Joan Arthur, April 28, 2025

I am sorry for your loss, Lisa and Peter. You are in my thoughts.

— Marg Rapp, April 28, 2025




Contact Info

294 Main Street South
P.O. Box 38, Mount Forest
Ontario, Canada N0G 2L0
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