Evelyn Marie Rowlands
Evelyn “Evie” Marie Rowlands, age 83, of Newbury Township, passed away peacefully on Aug. 7, 2024, at Burton Healthcare Center.
Born on Dec. 23, 1940, in Beaver Falls, Pa., Evelyn was the beloved daughter of Albert and Lorraine (nee Brest) Andre.
Evelyn’s journey took her from her roots in Pennsylvania to Florida, where she lived with her first husband, Chester Bell, before returning to Ohio following his passing.
On Oct. 11, 1980, Evelyn married Patrick M. Rowlands in Chardon. They shared a beautiful and fulfilling life together in Newbury for 40 years until his passing in 2020.
Evelyn dedicated much of her working life to caring for others as a housekeeper at Holly Hill Nursing Home and the Dolan Center at Heather Hill. Her work was a testament to her caring and nurturing spirit.
A devout parishioner of St. Helen Catholic Church in Newbury, Evelyn’s faith was the cornerstone of her life. She lived her faith with unwavering devotion and spread kindness to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her presence at St. Helen will be deeply missed by her church family.
Evelyn will be remembered for her warmth, compassion and steadfast faith. A loving and devoted soul, Evelyn leaves behind a legacy of kindness and an enduring spirit of generosity.
Visitation will be held at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Road, Newbury, on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, beginning at 10 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 11 a.m. A graveside service will immediately follow at Munn Cemetery in Newbury.
Cremation services provided by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
