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Christopher Rowland Obituary

Christopher Rowland Charleston - Christopher Lawrence Rowland, Sr., 86, of Charleston, husband of Patricia Runey Rowland, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 31,2016, in Trussville, Alabama. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher L. Rowland, Sr. are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM, Saturday, February 6, 2016, at Nativity Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. A Vigil Service will begin at 6:30 PM Chris Rowland was born January 12,1930, in Charleston, SC., a son of Carl Joseph Rowland and Gertrude Kanapaux Rowland. Chris was a graduate of Murray Vocational School. He was a Korean War Veteran, who honorably served his country as a Boatswains Mate in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Corry and U.S.S. Sierra. He was awarded the Navy Occupation Service Medal and was a rescue swimmer during the U.S.S. Hobson tragedy. After his Naval Service, Chris was employed as an Architect/Draftsman for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Department of the Navy until his retirement in 1986. Chris was a devoted friend, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He married the love of his life, Patricia Runey Rowland, of 63 years, and was a member of the Church of the Nativity. Chris had a passion and gift for woodworking and was known for selflessly helping others. Over the years he was active in the Knights of Columbus, Boy Scouts of America and a Bishop England Band Parent. Above all, Chris loved being surrounded by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl J. Rowland and Gertrude K. Rowland, brothers Carl J. Rowland, Jr., Tommy Rowland and Jimmy Rowland. In addition to his sweetheart, Patricia, he is survived by his children: Christopher L. Rowland, Jr. (Susie) of Charleston, Dr. Michael J. Rowland (Terri) of Trussville, Ala., Richard E. Rowland (Pam) of Goose Creek, SC., and Lynn R. Turner (Billy) of James Island, SC., 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, his brothers: Rev., Msgr. Charles H. Rowland, Leroy Rowland (Janis), Leon Rowland (Pat), Ronald Rowland (Nancy); his sister, Eleanor Tolley (Joe), and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. 766-1365 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Rowland

20 Entries

Dr. Henry Martin

February 9, 2016

Michael Rowland,
My condolences to you and your family on the death of your father. I take great pleasure that my teaching played some role in your medical training and thank you for the support of my research program. I know your family is proud of your career as a Physician.
Prof. Henry Martin ([email protected])

Brittany Hilton

February 6, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! Love, David, Brittany & Bryce Hilton

Steven Molony

February 5, 2016

To a great man and a great Father. You will be missed. From the Bobby Molony Family

Shuman Family

February 5, 2016

Prayers and comfort for you and your family.

Debbie Zimbro

February 5, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Patricia Rowland Grantham

February 5, 2016

I am sorry to hear the news about Uncle Chrissy. Your family is in my prayers.

Kathy Tackett

February 5, 2016

Sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Davoyd Collins

February 5, 2016

Sorry for your lost Rick and family....

Kathy Tackett

February 5, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers

Queen Smith

February 5, 2016

God be with you in your time of sorrow

John G-1 Mack

February 5, 2016

My prayers are with you and your family

Carlos & Maria Henao/Acosta

February 4, 2016

Even though
Mr Christopher Rowland (Granddad) has left our side in Body & Soul...but his Unforgettable Memories remains with us all (in Our New Son & Daughters Wedding pictures as well) & including his Love Ones. I hope Michael & Andrea are counting their Blessing that Granddad waited long enough to watch them receive Their Sacrament of Matrimony & make their day A Memorable One with his presence & wife as well.
May GOD give You & your entire Family Strength to go on...
Lots of Blessings to All
Carlos & Maria,
Andrew, Zoey, & Gianah
Henao/Acosta

Joyce and Johnny Johnson

February 4, 2016

We send our deepest sympathy to the family and hope the fond memories you hold within your heart will help comfort you.

February 3, 2016

I am sorry to hear of Chrissy's passing. My sympathies to the Rowland family. Your cousin in New Orleans, Cindy Kanapaux Christ.

February 3, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Lee & Linda Mullinax

Theresa Tucker

February 3, 2016

My love and prayers to the Turner family. I only had the pleasure of meeting Mr Rowland once and what a sweet man he was. Lean on God, family and friends during this time, that is what we are here for.

Ricky Heiterer

February 3, 2016

Prayers to the family during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss

Missy Keith

February 3, 2016

To the Rowland family I send my deepest sympathy for the passing of Mr. Roland. I know he was a great father and mentor to many. May God Bless you all who are grieving the loss of this kind and gentle man, for now he is in the arms of the Lord! Rest in peace Mr. Rowland. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Peace and Love to you Lynn Turner.

Carolyn Gorman

February 3, 2016

Chris was one of the finest people I ever worked with. God be with your family.

Carolyn Gorman
Former co-worker, Charleston Naval Shipyard

Jimmy Hayes

February 3, 2016

Dear Rowland Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss,I sincerely hope that all of your memories help you through these difficult times.All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.God Bless.

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