Gregory Rowe

(Donated to Alzheimer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Alzheimer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Alzheimer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Alzheimer Society)

Dear Kim .... I was so sad and sorry to read in the paper of Greg's passing. I just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts. Take care and may God watch over you and your family during this difficult time ... Judi

Kim, Hayley, Emily, Alex, Francis and the three lovely ladies (sisters), our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you all now at this very difficult time for the family and extended family. I always thought Greg was very cool and so much like his father. He made everyone laugh with his quick one liners (nobody was safe from being the punch line). I have one regret when it comes to Greg and our adult life, and that is that I couldnt spend more time with him - I have been gone from Ontario for the last 30 years but I have many fond memories. He was always there for me especially when he filled in for me as best man at my brother's wedding (we didnt even have to adjust the tux we had rented). The second time was when he read for Nancy and I at our wedding in 1988. The sound of his voice is still ringing in my ears as he read 1 Coringthians 13 - "Love is Patient, Love is Kind" - that is Greg through and through. We even found ways to find a moment of laughter as pallbearers at Margaret's funeral in 1984 - he found something to humour those around him in all situations - those laughs wont be revealed here. I wish I could be there to say goodbye but you will always be in our hearts Greg - and in our thoughts and prayers - RIP cousin

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and families at this most difficult time. Greg was a strong man, with a strong spirit. That spirit will be with all of you. Keep strong. Bates Family

Dear Kim and girls....Words can't express how sorry I am to hear of Greg's passing. I know how strong you all are but I have always kept Greg and all of you in my prayers and I will continue to...I will pray for strength and courage for you and your girls Kim and for well deserved peace for Greg. Take care of yourselves and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You... Linda

Dear Kim and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you.

Dear Kim, Hayley, Emily, Alex, Bert & Gwen: Mere words do not seem enough to express the sympathy we are feeling for you on the death of your wonderful Greg. He fought long and hard and we had hoped our prayers for a better outcome. May you know that we are thinking of you all at this very sad time. Sincerely, Fred & Dianne Parish

I couldn't really think of what to write here, because I never really thought I'd have to write one of these for Uncle Greg. He was one of the greatest Men I have had the privilege of knowing. He was like a 2nd Dad to us, always there for us when Dad was out trucking, when I got in trouble in school he would give me a talking to, and even letting me drive his precious Mustang. Growing up with the Rowe family is truly a huge part of my life, and some of the lessons (good and bad haha) that Uncle Greg taught me will never leave me. He was one of the most genuine and caring people I know. He was always there, and it was just a great feeling knowing that he would be there for us whenever we needed him. Now he's up above watching over us all the time. I'm certain he is looking down at the 4 of you and he's very proud of all of you. Stay strong and walk tall because you had a spectacular father and husband who will never be forgotten. Love you guys!

Dear Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex -we are so sorry about the passing of Greg! What a tremendous loss to you all-as well as to all of the other lives that he has touched! Cherish those wonderful memories that you have of him as a wonderful husband and incredible father and believe that he will be part of you always! Our deepest Condolences. Love Deb, Warren, Andrew, Tori and Thomas Jestin XOXO

Dear Kim Our sincerest condolences from our family to yours.May God be with you during these tough times.

Dear Kim- my sincerest condolences to you and your family at this sad time.I pray for peace for all as you remember Greg.

Our thoughts are with you all. Cherish the memories and he will be in your hearts forever. Sending you our sympathies.

Dear Kim. Hayley, Emily and Alex, We were so sad to hear of Greg's passing and our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Sending our deepest condolences.

Dear Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex, We are sending warm thoughts and prayers to all of you at this sad time. Emma & Jimmy

Kim, I am so sorry to hear the news of Greg's passing. My thoughts are with you and your lovely daughters at this very difficult time.

To all of Greg's family and friends, Even though the years pass and our path do not cross I'd like to sent my thoughs and prayers to all of the Rowe family. I can still remember Greg's love of his sisters and his sisters love for him. I am sure he passed all of that love to his own family. Take care Ray Heffernan

I was so saddened to learn of Greg's untimely passing. Having gone to high school with Greg in Peterborough, and then moving to New Brunswick, it's been a long time since our paths crossed. Two years ago when a few of us from Crestwood came together in Peterborough I had the honor of seeing Greg again. I remember him with such fondness - I remember him as a very kind man with a warm heart and a bright smile. I feel blessed to have had a chance to know Greg and am so very sorry he has been taken so young. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. There will forever be a bright star in the sky twinkling down on you all. Bless you.

Kim, Judging by all the comments, Greg continued to be the guy everyone loved in high school. The fact that he was so involved in all of your lives will make his absence that much more difficult. I hope the memories that bring sadness today, will eventually bring you comfort. My thoughts are with you and your daughters and the Rowe family. Shelley

Dear Kim Just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to bless all of you. Jeannine

Dear Kim and family. I just saw Greg's obituary in the Oshawa paper. My deepest condolences to you and your family Kim. Greg was a great guy. Always had a huge smile whenever I saw him. So sorry for your loss. Take care.

Kim and family, Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I know all the wonderful memories you all shared will help. Know, too, that we are sending loving healing thoughts your way.

Dear Kim and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your wonderful memories bring you some peace during this difficult time.

I've spent the last couple of days thinking about what to write in memory of Uncle Greg. It's ironic, because I'm at a loss for words...yet there is more to say than one could ever write. For as long as I can remember, Uncle Greg & the Rowe family were an integral part of our lives. I can only think of fond memories with Uncle Greg. I'm a tad jealous that he's never pulled me aside to talk to me (as he did with Nawaaz), but I'll take that as a compliment, as he never needed to discipline me, and Uncle Greg was definitely the type of guy that wouldn't feel bad to discipline us...especially us. He treated us as if we were his own, which really was a special feeling. I remember him giving my eldest brother his Mustang to drive to his Prom, because, as he put it, "you can't go to your prom in a Minivan". This gesture was natural to him, and may even seem small to others, but it spoke worlds to us, reaffirming how he felt about us. We are huge car buffs, but in terms of cars, we weren't "crazy" about Mustangs, but being a Mustang wasn't what made that car more special than any other car, it was the fact that it was Uncle Greg's that made it truly amazing. My mom was just reminding me today how my brother had asked to go to Grand Bend after Prom, and Uncle Greg told her, "You're not actually going to let him go are you?". This just goes even further to show the kind of father figure he was. Speaking of my mom, he was our protector when my Dad was away from home, he always kept a watchful eye on us. My Dad worked a lot and also wasn't quite the versatile athlete that Uncle Greg was, but Uncle Greg made sure we didn't miss out on that aspect of our childhood. During the speeches today, Uncle Greg's best friend mentioned that he didn't like being the center of attention, well, sorry to say it Uncle Greg...but tough luck, when we were around you, you were the center of attention. Uncle Greg was simply a kind, selfless, amazing person, that set an amazing example. I was really happy we went to see Uncle Greg a few weeks prior to his passing, it was amazing spending time with him, even in his condition, he was the same amazing person. I remember specifically speaking to him, regarding his illness, and I had thought to myself that he had given up on life. I knew he didn't like being a burden on his family, but I thought it was that and the fact that he had given up. I realize now that this was simply my misinterpretation. Because when I think back to our conversation, I realize that he never gave up on life, he simply valued the lives of his wife & daughters way more than his own. This must be what it means to truly be selfless...to the very end, and it makes me hope I can be like him in this way, amongst many others. Just one last thing, speaking of the last time we had the pleasure of spending some of our $86,400 (in life dollars of course) with Uncle Greg. We always felt like his sons, but he never really voiced it until that day, at least not to the best of my recollection. Hearing it, made such a huge impact on me, because it confirmed that feeling in an inexplicable way & showed that someone of his impeccable character, thought us worthy of such a relationship. Personally, I don't find it coincidental, and think he wanted us to hear it before he passed. Aunty Kim, if you're reading this, pretty much all of this applies to you also. I could go on forever, as memories keep on surfacing, but I think this is a good place to stop. We love you Uncle Greg...always have & always will. Hayley, Em & Alex, as everyone else has said, walk tall & proudly & honour his memory as his three greatest accomplishments. Us boys, as his sons, will do the same, because that's the kind of impact he left on our lives. Aunty Kim, I know all too well how proud you are of Uncle Greg & how much you love him, you two are truly inspirational. I hope God grants you wonderful ladies the strength to cope with his passing, and I hope you'll allow us to be apart of that strength. We will always be here for you. Love Always, Rashaad

Smitty, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your families. Thinking of you... John

Kim- I think of your bright smile and energy and know that your time with Greg was good...what life is really about...even if it's too short a journey for some.

Kim and family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember well Greg's sense of humour. I am sending loving thoughts your way at this difficult time.

Frances, Shelley, Kim and Jane. An old friend never forgotten and sadly missed. Hopefully words to help you through this difficult time.

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Alzheimer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

Dear Kim and Family, Wishing you peace and strength and sending love and prayers. Dana

Dearest Kim and Haley, Alex and Emily.... There are no words that can take away the pain you will be feeling for some time with the loss of Greg from your lives. We are blessed to find that someone special who makes our hearts pound a little harder and skip a beat, who makes us laugh, to feel beautiful and special. How lucky you were, Kim to have such a kindred soul in Greg. Girls, you were the lights of his life and as I recall from his words some time ago, no one was happier to have a four such amazing women in his life every day. Your family has had a difficult journey. The strength and the courage you have all shown will be of great inspiration to others who need to know that they can come through the darkness and still remain centered. God bless you all and know you are being wrapped in love by so many people whose lives your family have touched. Know that there are people who can sit with you in silence, hold your heart with you and simply care. You are loved! xoxoxoxxoxo

Kim thinking of you and your family at this very difficult time. So very hard to say good bye, so very blessed to have known Greg and the wonderful family you and he created. Janet and Mark

Dearest Kim & Family; May your fondest memories and tightest hugs warm your heart, may your brightest moments shine light on your path during this difficult time. Thinking of you all with love and prayers. My condolences, XO Tiffany

Dear Kim and family, I am ready through the comments posted. Greg was a special person. I remember the joke he said as we passed by Wink's convenience store: "You can pass it in the Wink of an eye!". Do hold tight to the special memories you had with him and think of any special songs that come to mind. You have my deepest condolences, care and prayers.

Hayley and family my deepest condolences, my prayers are with you and your family. Micheline

Dear Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex: Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in our thoughts and prayers. When I think of Greg, I smile. He was a special person with a great smile, wonderful sense of humour and embraced life with a positive energy and brought that energy to those around him. He stepped in and filled the role of Best Man at the last minute and you would never of known it hadn’t been planned all along. I have some wonderful memories of time spent with both Greg and Kim. Hold tight to your memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.

Kim and family, my sincerest condolences to you all. Peace be with you.

Our hearts are with you and we wish to express our deepest sympathy on Gregs passing.

Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex! We are so sorry for the loss of your amazing husband and father. We think of you often. Please know you are in our hearts. Love Casey, Ryan, Ty & Hailey XOXO

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in the hope that you will find peace at this most difficult time. Love and hugs.

Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Greg loved you all so very much. He will be truly missed by so many family and friends. xoxo

Kim, Hayley, Emily & Alex - my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. May Greg rest in peace & be free from pain Love Always Janet Peters

To your family from our family, our deepest condolences.

FROM HIM DID WE COME AND TO HIM WE SHALL RETURN.... ......... THIS IS GOD'S PROMISE. Kim, we will always be honoured that Greg, yourself and the Three Princesses were a part of Our Family. Greg is now in God's Comforting Hands, and we pray that God will grant Greg a warm and light place with Him in Heaven. Greg had always been a rock to us , to Zai ,when I was away, a reassuring hand Always. No words can ever express what it meant to have been blessed with Family like you and we shall treasure those memories forever. Kim, we know that there is a great loss to you and The Girls not to have him there, but we pray that you will always Celebrate Greg for his ZEST for Life and for the profound and eloquent ways in which he touched ALL OUR LIVES. GREG.....WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU..... AU REVOIR . Hayley, Emmy ,Ally, you Guys have been blessed with the MOST AMAZING Dad in the WORLD... we've always admired him for his dedication to his Family..... always walk Proud and Honour his memory. We LOVE YOU ALL..................ALWAYS.

Kim, Haley, Emily, Alex and family, Your HERO will be remembered forever in our hearts - sending you love, hugs and strength - Rest in peace Greg. love from Caron

Dearest Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex. We are so very sorry to hear about Greg's passing! He was "one in a million!" Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days and weeks ahead. Love from The Matthews' Family.

To Kim and her girls, I never knew your Dad but through friends that we have in common I know that your Dad was well liked and respected by all. It is so sad to lose someone we love and have to go on without them but just take one day at a time and love one another and you will get through this. Rest in peace Greg.

Kim,Haley,Alex and Emily. Sending our deepest condolences. We have found memories of your dad bringing Haley to soccer games and Brownie functions. He was such a good dad. Cherish the great memories forever! Sincerely Sue,Ron Nikki and Dina

We never had the pleasure to meet Greg, but got to know Emily at our family events when she attended with Fraser. He sounds like he was a great guy and wonderful father. Our thoughts and prayers are with Emily and her family.

Kim, please know that I am thinking of you and your girls today. It's been years since I last saw Greg but my memory of him, his awesome smile and his kind demeanor are as clear as day. He was one of those people who you never forget. ...janice

We are thinking of you all at this time. Our sincerest condolences.

Greg was an amazing coach and friend to me. He may have only coached me for one season, but it was the best year of hockey I have ever played. I can't thank him enough for believing in me and giving me the confidence that I needed. I will never forget that year or what he taught me. My deepest condolences to the entire Rowe family.

Kim, Hayley, Emily, Alex , Francis & Family We are so sorry for you loss Greg was a wonderful person and will be missed. He was such a fighter and we are all blessed for having met him. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong ladies as Greg lived his life Our deepest condolences Eileen, Diane & Jo Anne Rowe

Dear Kim, Haley, Alex , Emily and Family My heart felt condolences to you and your family. May the wonderful, cherised memories of Greg be your pillar of strength, courage and love. You and your family are and always have been an inspiration to all. XO Vicki

Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex, So sorry to hear about Greg's passing. Kim, I hope you can find some comfort in the fact that Greg is no longer suffering. Girls, I understand how difficult it is to loose your father after just recently loosing my own father. Hold onto the fact that he loved you with all his heart and that he will forever be with you in spirit as you continue down life's path. Our deepest condolences. Diane, George, James & Taylor Simpson

Kim, Haley, Emily, Alex... My family and myself are thinking of you all at this most sad time of your lives. Words cannot take away the sadness and emptiness you are all feeling. Greg was so proud of you all. Although I've been absent from all the memories the last number of years with you all, I cherish the ones I have and think of you all often. Along with all the tears and sadness, think of all the funny and crazy things Greg said and did over the years and I'm sure you'll all burst out a bit of laughter to help you all get through this incredibly sad time. Steve VanDeBurgt

I was very fortunate to work with Greg for many years and for that I'm forever grateful. He challenged you on your thoughts, to be a better person and a stronger athlete. He had a contagious laugh and personality that was unforgettable! He was very proud of you girls and spoke highly and excitedly of each and every one of you, the love he spoke with was unconditional! Cherish those times and memories. Greg will be missed by many, forever in our hearts.

Kim and girls....our hearts are breaking for you at this time of sorrow....please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you begin this journey through grief.....our family sends you hugs of sympathy and prayers of condolence....our deepest sympathy to all of you at this sad time....with hugs and thoughts - Laurie and Jeff and the family

Kim ,Haley,Emily, Alex, Francis and Family my deepest condolences. I know this is a very hard time for you all and a lot coming at you all at once. Greg was a loving husband, caring father and a great friend to anyone who came in contact with him. I have a lot of fond memories of the good times we shared together. No matter what circumstance or how serious the moment would be, I can always remember Greg coming up with some short little comment to make everyone laugh. Cole , Cameron and I will pray for you all. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all in this very hard time for. RIP Cuz

Dear Kim and family: Everyone at WIL is so saddened to hear this news. We send you our love and prayers. Deepest Condolences. Devin

Dear Kim… I am sending you and your family consoling hugs and wishes for a peaceful healing. How proud Greg must've been to have had all of you in his life. Sincerely, Jodi Tamblyn

Kim, so very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you, your girls, and your family. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.

To Kim Hayley Emily Alex. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Greg is and will always be one amazing Dad and special Hockey coach and friend in our lives. Cherish all that you have and the beautiful memories that you as a wonderful family have. He will be one special angel in heaven. Aunt Nanc is waiting with open arms God bless you all. Xxoo. The Nosey Family xxoo

There are no words that can express or explain the loss. All I know is that I am so happy Greg you were part of my life. I will miss you tons but I will never forget you. Today Fathers hug your daughters, daughters hug your fathers and significant others give a huge hug to each other and say I love you. Greg thanks for the laughs and good times. I will not forget you and will continue to grow because of you. Rest in peace my friend. Kim, Hayley, Emily and Alex I know your hearts are broken but feel good that he will always be in your hearts and part of your lives. Be Strong.

Thinking of you all and wishing you strength and love. Marg

Kim our heartfelt sympathies to you and the girls. We have so many wonderful memories of Greg and you when we were neighbours on Stroud Cres. Greg's kindness, exuberant smile, wicked sense of humour and his endless pranks will not be forgotten. May your memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Brad, Tracy, Michael, Alex and Greg

Please accept our condolences Kim for you and the entire Rowe family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care and hugs to all.

Please accept our condolences to your family on the loss of Greg. I spent many happy days growing up with Greg playing softball on the front lawn of the house. Sometimes Grey would throw the ball over my head so I would have to chase it down the hill We pray for the whole family. Although we are going to sadly miss this fine young man we take solace in the fact that he is no longer in pain and is sitting on the right hand of God and his father Ed Rowe. Pat and Patricia DeBellefeuille

On behalf of the London Devilettes Girls Hockey Association, I wish to express our profound sadness and offer you our deepest sympathy on the loss of Greg. He touched many of our girls lives and created wonderful memories that they will carry forever. He will always be part of our hockey family.

My condolences go out to Kim, his girls and the rest of the family regarding this unfortunate loss of life. I considered Greg a good team mate in hockey and while on ICIT. He always watched your back at work and was first on hand for any assistance. Greg was well respected by everyone around him. Greg and I differed in one area. He loved the Habs and I was a dedicated Hawk fan. We always talked hockey and had fun poking fun of each other especially during the season. I did not know the family that closely but you could tell that Greg was a great family man through our conversations. Rest in peace Greg and please put a good word in for me as I my need it. My thoughts and prayers will be sent out to you.

Dear Kim and family.... I am so sorry for you loss....my deepest condolences to all of you.

Our condolences to the Rowe family. Greg was a proud man. I remember one time visiting him in Peterborough and at that time he had broken his arm somehow. I was very young at the time and was so worried I was going to bump his arm. probably sports related. rest in peace now Greg.

To Alex and Family, Sometimes you just have to remind yourself that it'll all be okay. Maybe not now. Maybe not tomorrow. But one day because Family is where life begins and love never ends. Thinking of you.

Kim, Alex and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you all. Susan and Megan

Dear Kim, Hayley, Emily, Alex and family, We were saddened to hear the news of Greg's death. We have thought of him and all of you often, and will continue to pray for all of you and send positive support to help you through the next few days. You know we are here for you. Love and hugs to all...Susan and Peter