Robert Rowland Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

His voice and his presence were unmistakable. Robert Rowland: storyteller, craftsman, staunch advocate and educator for the students of the Wexford-Missaukee Career Technical Center, and the iron fist to the boys who may be interested in his daughters, died Tuesday, June 17, 2014. As a driven and strong willed Coordinator at the WMCTC, he dedicated 30 years to the young adults of eight school districts. A career he loved dearly. As Chief Disciplinarian, he reveled in his ability to reach out to the students and make a connection to who they were beyond their educational status. Always an advocate for equal rights, he leaves behind three empowered daughters: Jennifer Rowland (Bryan Cano), Kellie Rowland (Bill Chesney) and Laura Ã¢â‚¬ËœLou' Rowland, who he taught to speak correctly, think critically, and throw a good punch. Bob is survived by his sisters, Deanna Rowland and Donna (Michael) Canales, niece, Meaghan Hoffmann and His uncle Lloyd (Arlone) Rowland. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Jeanne Rowland, and brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Barb Rowland. A graduate of the University of Michigan and a man of true character, he leaves behind a lifetime of inappropriate jokes and memories of strength, stubbornness, and quick-witted humor. A memorial service and sharing of stories will be held at 1PM, Friday, June 27, 2014 at Peterson Funeral Home in Cadillac. Guests are welcome to gather at The Party Bar following services. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Healthcare Hospice of Owosso, Michigan. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com.

Robert Rowland

April 7, 1949 - June 17, 2014