Edward Greenberry Rowell

March 28, 2016

Edward Greenberry Rowell, 84, of Milton, left this earth on March 24, 2016, for his heavenly home. Edward was born February 14, 1932, in Jay. He was the ninth child born to Green B. Rowell and Linnie Herold Rowell.

He is survived by Gladys M. Golden Rowell, his wife of 62 years. They were married on October 6, 1953, in Dixonville, FL. To this union were added daughter, Teresa D. (Greg) Gardner and son Keith E. (Charlene) Rowell, both of Milton, FL.

Edward is known as “Papa” to his four grandchildren, DeAnna (Mitch) Lambeth, of Milton; Kimberly (Chris) Smith, of Milton; Kayla Dee (Nathan) Hamel, of Pace; and Jonathan Gardner, of Milton. “Papa” has five great-grandchildren, Faith, Grant, Malachi, and BrayLeigh Monroe Lambeth, and Kali-Ann Smith. Edward is also survived by his siblings, Jean Roberts and Hazel Bertrand both of Milton, FL.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Green B. Rowell and Linnie Herold Rowell; five sisters; and his two brothers.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, from 1:30-3:00 p.m. at Golden Memorial Holiness Church in Dixonville with funeral services to follow.

Pallbearers will be grandsons,  Jonathan Gardner, Mitch Lambeth, Nathan Hamel, and Chris Smith and nephews, Ricky Ellis and Dennis Rowell.

Edward “Papa” loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family. He displayed unconditional love and unwavering faith to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The family extends sincere thanks to all who have ministered to Edward and his family.

Jay Funeral Home  is in charge of the arrangements.

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  1. Bonnie Exner on March 29th, 2016 6:54 pm

    Mr. Ed as I affectionately called him will be dearly missed.The legacy he left through his children and grandchildren will be celebrated for many generations. .REST IN PEACE MR.ED.

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