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August 27 2023 résidant dans la province Alberta pour le détail des funérailles
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Lawrence William Rowles of Pincher Creek, AB who passed away at the Pincher Creek Health Center on August 27, 2023, at the age of 81 years following a courageous 24-year battle with cancer.
Lawrence is survived by his daughters: Lorri (Doug) Luco of Pincher Creek, Karen Rowles (Steve Rutledge) of Cowley, and Tracy (Dave) Kirichuk of Valleyview; stepdaughter: Shannon (Barry) Clay of Claresholm; stepson: Chris (Natalie) Krenn of Spruce Grove; grandsons: Kayne, Jesson, Brock and Jace; granddaughters: Courtney, Breanne, Chyna, Alanna and Codie; siblings: Len (Marlene) Rowles, Lamont (Marilyn) Rowles, and Leatrice (Tim) Steeves of Calgary; and nieces: Michelle Rowles, Aimee (Craig) Johnston and Ashley (Shaun) Unwin of Calgary. Lawrence was predeceased by his loving wife and soul mate, Beverley Rowles (nee Tucker) on May 13, 2014.
Lawrence was raised on a farm in Okotoks AB, where the value of hard work, commitment and discipline were deeply ingrained and became the virtues that guided him over his lifetime. Upon leaving his Okotoks family farm as a young man Lawrence worked as a police officer for the City of Calgary providing 5 years of service and protection. This was followed by dedicating the next 22 years of his life to Texas Gulf in Okotoks and Shell Canada at Waterton and Simonette, retiring in 1992. Post retirement ‘work’ spanned an additional 10 years, where Lawrence found himself working as a school bus driver, a farm/ranch hand for numerous family operations in Pincher Creek, and an invaluable employee with Totem Building supplies. Although busy ‘working’ into his late 60’s, Lawrence found time to engage in his passion – wood working. Lawrence’s imaginative mind, attention to detail, and unbridled energy for creating resulted in wood art masterpieces.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the many healthcare professionals who provided unwavering support and care during Lawrence’s courageous cancer battle. During the last 6 weeks of Lawrence’s health battle, he was treated with the upmost respect and dignity, and we were humbled and overwhelmed with the kindness and exemplary displays of compassion.
At Lawrence’s request no funeral service will be held. A private family celebration will be held at a later date in the summer.
Memorial donations in Lawrence’s remembrance may be made to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation in Pincher Creek (windyslopes.ca / 403-627-1216)
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Lawrence William Rowles August 26 1942
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Décès pour la Ville: Okotoks, Province: Alberta
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