Name: Thorpe Brothers Funeral Home & Chapel
Address: Brantford, ON

When I was younger I was good friends with his daughter. He was always a mentor to me- I will never forget his wisdom beyond his years. He was also a fun guy to be around- he loved his girls beyond measure. 
I am so sorry for such a significant loss.

I want to extend my most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Rowen. In 2002 Dr, Rowen and a team of doctors at Baptist Hospital saved my life. Through the whole process I was treated with so much kindness  and compassion, and I knew I could not have been in more capable hands.  So many times I have thought of him and I am heart broken to learn he has passed away. This world has lost an amazing doctor and a gentle soul. May he Rest In Peace. 

I am shocked and saddened to hear of John's sudden and untimely passing. I worked with him during his transition to work in the UAE. Though we did not get a chance to meet in person, he was a fine man and an excellent surgeon. It was a pleasure to work with him and he will be sorely missed. Sending my most heartfelt condolences to his wife Trish, his family, his friends and his colleagues. With love and prayers, Jennifer

With deepest sympathy for Trish and family.  We have the fondest memories of John's energy and humour.  We were shocked and saddened by his passing and will be forever grateful for the offer of friendship extending back so many years that he and Trish offered us.
Andrew Luoma, Mary Poelzer

This news is so sad.  John was the greatest friend one could have. My deepest sympathies to his family.  Way too soon!
Jim Howard (Coho)

Dr Rowen was a great surgeon. We all felt comforted by his support. He was also an honorable man. Our prayors are with his family for a great loss for the medical community and for his family. May he rest in peace with the saints. 
Ramzi Moufarrej M.D

Dear Trish and the Rowen family, please accept my deepest condolences on this sad news.
with love and prayers from Edward (ZMH)

John was a joy to work with. He was always ready to assist, and I knew that the patients we shared were being superbly treated by him. He was also a joy to play with. I will long remember the parties at your house, the poker games, the trips to Vegas and to Disney World. 

"And mony a cantie day, John,
    We've had wi' ane anither 
                             Robert Burns

Such a wonderful man, who never shirked a task because of difficulty and always thought of others before himself.  Heaven has definitely gained an angel and he will be terribly missed.

Was going to mention how much we all enjoyed Australia  Day Trish it is one of my great memories  of you and Dr John

Born two months and a few blocks apart,our mothers life long friends as well as sister in laws it was inevitable we would spend a great deal of time growing up together.
John as a youth and young man, was a reflection of the the compassionate, caring, intelligent man he grew into. His humor was infectious and he loved to be mischievous but never cruel.
Even as a child you were drawn by his laughter. You could see it as it grew. First his eyes would start to sparkle and a crooked grin would appear. Followed by his shoulders starting to shake. Before long his entire body and soul were involved. Few could resist joining in.
John loved to explore the woods behind my parents home. He learned to fish there, ride my pet bull and feed and care for a variety of animals.
Even as a boy there was a unique depth and determination to John and he would accept responsibility for himself and others readily.
John took great pride in his profession and enjoyed those he worked with tremendously.
But he was truly amazed by his great fortune to have met and married his wonderful bride Trish. And together create three intelligent and beautiful daughters. He took great pride in their achievements.
I know John is in heaven with that crooked grin looking down at all of us, slightly shaking his head. Wishing he could tell us, do not grieve for long as he has gone ahead to check the path and will greet us in our time. 
So i will say See you later my Friend- Cousin and do not forget you owe me a fishing trip. Better scope out the lakes and streams there. Pete

Just found out my condolences  to Trish and family. Even though we only worked together for a short while he was a great person that was well respected by many. Thinking  of you Trish.

Dr. John will be sorely missed by all who knew him.  He was a devoted husband who loved Trish deeply, adored his three girls, and was a genuine friend.  When you saw that twinkle in his blue eyes, you knew he was about to crack a joke, and his wit provided the humor in every gathering - he was, indeed, the life of the party.  John was the ultimate physician.  He wasn't merely interested in healing a body, but was honestly concerned about the whole of the patient: body, mind and soul.  John had the highest standard of work ethic which was evident to both the staff that he worked with and his patients.  The world will miss the lover, the father, the true friend, and best physician that John was to us all.

My condolences to Dr. Rowens family. I worked with him at BMC - Little Rock. He always has a smile and took timeto speak to workers as will as patients. Was relly a surgical genuis. could always handle the most difficult task with ease and grace. I LEARNED much about patient care with his guidance.  Don Cobb -BMC - MICU

I worked with John here in Balad and considered him a mentor of life and a friend. I will miss his conversations and friendship deeply. Forever in my prayers.

I am very grateful to have shared my profession with one so grand!! My heart and prayers go out to those of you who loved him the most!!!!
Yours in Christ,
Sharon Ann Dewease
Certified Surgical Technologist and First Assistant

What a loss for all who knew him. He cared so much for others, I remember once he held me as he cried over the loss of a patient. He really gave a damn. My condolences to his beautiful wife and daughters.

I am so sorry for your loss. At a loss for words. I still visualize him walking down the hallways at Baptist,  in his overalls and back pack.  Enjoyed your family's Commonwealth in Little Rock  get togethers. Thanks for your kindness.  He will be sorely missed.

Condolences to the family of John Rowen....so very sorry for your loss. I went to high school with John and will always remember his huge smile...always happy...my husband taught John as a "rookie teacher" and recalls John as "one of the boys and yet so much more"....God Bless...Ted and Cindy Charnish Brantford, Ontario

I never had the privilege of meeting Dr. Rowen in person, but he was a pleasure to speak with over the phone. My heart goes out to the family in your loss.

Grief beyond words! A truly great man who loved his pens! Insider joke! R.I.P. Dr. Rowen! You will he greatly missed!

Eventhough we knew John only for a short time, he left a big impression on both of us. He was kind, giving and generous.  We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful father and husband. We pray for your strength and heeling during this very difficult time and for his wonderful memories to always bring a smile to your faces. With our sincere condolences.

Ruth and I extend our sincere condolences on this great loss. We knew John but briefly in Abu Dhabi. We quickly came to appreciate his caring spirit and clear concern for the welfare of others. His sense of humour was quirky but infectious and the two of you were delightful and welcome company.  He demonstrated his powerful commitment to the ideals and high standards of the medical profession, persevering in the face of pressures. He still had so much to offer.  He is missed.    Ian Wilson (Abu Dhabi & Ottawa)

Trish and Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of John.  I have enjoyed knowing and working with him over the past several years.  He will be missed forever.

Remember:  He is only gone from our sight.

Pat Hurst (Little Rock, Ar)

Our sincerest condolences to all of you for your sudden loss.  In seeing these wonderful messages from those who knew John, he was a very well respected & loved man by not only the medical professionals he worked with but by his patients too.  He seems to have been the same person no matter who the audience was as noted in Saturday's beautiful eulogies.     

Dr. John was my "dial-a-Doc".  John was so gracious in explaining things to me when my mom was in the ICU in Mississauga before she passed.  Not only did John give it to me "straight up" which I truly appreciated, he also asked me to keep him & Trish updated on the situation even though he was on the other side of the world and busy I'm sure.  He truly was one of a kind.        

May your memories together bring you comfort, now and always.  He raised and nurtured a strong group of ladies.  Lean on each other for strength when needed and ladies, take care of your mom.  Love you all, Tina & Sam

John, 
I'm so sad that your life here on earth had to end so early. I unfortunetly don't have many memories of you but the ones I do have I will cherish forever.  One of the best memories is on my 16th birthday where yourself and Trish, even though you were so far away, managed to make me feel very special. We never realize how precious time is until a tragedy like this happens. I'll always regret not doing a better job of trying to get to know you better, but by reading all of these entries,  listening to the amazing stories that were told at the reception, and knowing the beautiful and kind women you raised, I know that you were an amazing person. I feel really blessed and honoured to be able to call you my godfather and I'm thankful for all of the wonderful lifelong relationships that were made because of you.
Rest in peace , 
Love Always
Natasha and Beau xox

Arpana, Kriti and I send our deepest condolences to Rowen Family, what a joy to know John and live as neighbors with Rowen Family. John would be remembered for all humor and joy he brought to people around him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

Dear Trish, Jennifer, Katie, and Julia

I don't think words can adequately express my sorrow at learning of John's untimely death. I had the pleasure of working closely with John when I first went into private practice; we quickly became friends. John was truly one of those great beings that was "larger than life." He was kind, caring, loving, and passionate. He was devoted to both his family and his profession, and sought to strike the balance between the two that's so difficult to achieve. He possessed an air of imperturbability that inspired the confidence of his colleagues and patients. At the same time he possessed a remarkable warmth and friendliness. He was perhaps the modern embodiment of Sir William Osler's ideal of equanimity. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched.

Trish:  Dr. John was a wonderful man and a great Doctor.  In 2006 Dr. Rowen saved my life by performing emergency surgery on me.  Dr. Rowen had never seen me before that day, but he jumped in to do what needed to be done and saved my life.  I will be forever grateful for what he did for me.  My heart is heavy.  I believe that God's grace brought Dr. John Rowen into my life that day.  Heaven has received a truly remarkable doctor and human being.  His kindness and caring means so much to me and will never be forgotten.  My the comfort of our loving God be with you at this time.  Dr. John's legacy will live on.
Sincerely, Ray Rodgers, Little Rock, AR

John (and Trish) and I became friends while working in Abu Dhabi in 2014-15, getting to know each other, not through work (we did very different jobs), but through the happenstance of living in the same building. It's impressive how close people can become in just a short while, but the loss of John is felt profoundly by all in the core group of expats we formed in the UAE. The memory of this fine and special man will remain with us, and, I expect, get even stronger over time.

Someone once said you cannot judge a tree or a person by only one season . . . that the essence of who they are and the pleasure, joy, and love that come from their life can only be measured at the end. We assure you, Trish, when John's life is measured, that cup is brimming over.  He was such a delightful, sweet, gifted man, and he will be missed by everyone who came in touch with him.  May his memory be eternal!

I wish I had the honour of spending more time with John.  After reading so many heartfelt notes on this guestbook and then hearing the eulogies on Saturday, it affirmed what a great man he truly was. And what an incredible legacy of memories and family he leaves behind !  I came across this quote when I got home from the service:   "It's not about what you had, but what you gave.  It's not about how you looked, but how you lived.  And it's not just about being remembered.  It's about giving people a good reason to remember you." - Tonya Hurley
John, you will be remembered eternally.  God bless you and I hope you know what an everlasting mark you left on so many people's lives.  Rest peacefully.

Larry and I send our condolences to the Rowen family. Hearts are aching here in Seattle, what an honor have to know John, the most down to earth surgeon and person  We have ever meet. We're sending you strength and love Trish to you and your girls.

I first met John at St Joseph's Health Care Centre in Toronto in 1986. I was doing my placement as an OR nurse and John was a surgical resident. I remember his scrub pants were always falling down and once I was brave enough to say, "Dr Rowen, your pants are falling down".  He turned to me, smiled and said " so what else is new".  I had known Trish since high school.  Little did I know she would become his wife and John would later become the Godfather of my first born.  I had the pleasure of staying with them for 5 weeks in Birmingham England while John was doing his British Fellowship.  Even though he worked long hours, he was sure to make time for a bit of travelling and fun times. 
John I will always cherish all those fond memories I have of you and will continue to stay in the lives of Trish and the girls. 
I will surely miss you John.Xoxo

Done too soon
God has recalled a great man to continue his work beyond the mist
Loved by all whose lives' he's touched, will be missed eternally.....

John and I go back many years when we trained together as thoracic surgeons at East Birmingham Hospital UK in the eighties. Having endured all the challenges of surgery together we became very close friends. Trish was a great support to us both. It was with great joy that I was able to meet up with Trish and John a few years ago when they visited my home country Malta while on a Mediterranean cruise. All those lovely memories came flooding back. John's untimely death comes as a great shock to me. He had so much life and joy left in him that it is very difficult for me to accept. We are all destined towards this final journey. May he rest in peace. John I salute you, Alex

I met John last August as we were going through training in Texas and then Florida. He was a very gracious and friendly man and we were all crushed to hear of his passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.

May your family find comfort in the lords grace at this time. Dr.Rowen brought smiles and encouragement and worked relentlessly; dedicated to his profession. He was my friend, mentor, and taught me not only about medicine but about what a truly gracious father and man should be. His integrity and compassion touched my life and many others.

"Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us, our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life. ~Albert Einstein

Trish, Katie, Jenny and Julia - wishing you peace during this incredibly difficult time.  John was an extraordinary human being that left this world a better place, although he left too soon!

Our deepest condolences, Cathy , Pete, Maxim & Sophia

Trish and family. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Our most sincere condolences on the loss of John.
Aunt Darlene, Bill and Kathy Soros, Kingston Ontario

On July 4, 2010,  Dr. John Patrick Joseph Rowen saved my life. In the weeks and months to follow, his skill, love, encouragement , hugs and kisses pulled me through. I am here today because of him. When I was well enough to be aware of what was going on, I could hardly wait for  him to make his rounds!  His smile, his encouraging words, his presence, just made everything better. To his family; you are so lucky to have had this extraordinary man as your husband, father, and brother. He touched the life of everyone who was fortunate enough to have met him. May God comfort you all.
Peace In Christ
Pat Holthoff - Little Rock, Arkansas

RIP Dr.John... a surgeon to many, a husband to one, a father to three lovely
ladies...most importantly a gentlemen to the core.  We will miss you.
Warmest Regards Ryo Kian and Anshul Govilla

Sending prayers to the family from our family.  We are very blessed and thankful that Dr. Rowen was on call the night our mom went to the ER at Baptist Hospital. Without him paying attention to her test results and actually listening to her, it would have been a very different outcome.

Dr. Rowen was a gifted Dr. And awsome human being. seemed to never meet a stranger. He changed many lives in and around his practice. The World has lost a great surgeon, and someone I called a friend. God be with his family bring peace, rest, and comfort to them. He left many friends and colleagues when he left his practice in Little Rock AR. Till we meet again I'm the Lord's eternal loving arms.

Always remember him walking into the ICU,"Hey kids! ". Picking us and spinning us around like "kids". Always saying "Please and thank you" as he walked out, bare armed in that crazy jump suit he wore because scrub pants fell off him!. He asked me to sit with a patient one time who had no family, saying "No one should die alone.". He was so much more than the awesome surgeon that he was. He was a great man who loved people. ALL people.

Trish.... Our hearts go out to you and your family, and you have our deepest sympathy at the sudden loss of John.  We pray you find comfort and peace in all the wonderful memories of such a good man, taken far too soon.

My husband and I were very lucky to have known Dr. Rowen.  He saved my husbands life at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Ar.  I was an LPN at the hospital and had worked with Dr. Rowen a lot. We saw the obituary in our local paper.  God will carry you thru this terrible time.  He will be greatly missed.                                               Doyle and Sue McJunkin

My heart is saddened by the loss of such a fine man. His positive energy was so contagious. I will always remember his sincere generosity and desire to make a difference, in the lives of others. Though my children have grown up and years have passed, both still talk about the best trampoline they received from "Santa". What a blessing it was to have known you. My sincerest condolences to your family during this difficult time.

This is a complete shock to me. I can remember exactly the last time we talked at doctors dictation room at Baptist when he came back to complete some records after he had already left Little Rock. He is always easy going and will always crack a joke or two when we pass each other in the hospital hallway . This is a huge loss to all that knows him. My heart  felt condolence to the entire family.
Jenny, sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace Johnny.

Trish:
My heart goes out to you and the girls on the untimely passing of John. The love for his family was present each time I had the pleasure of being with him.

I am very saddened to hear of Dr.John's untimely passing. I worked with him when he first started his Thoracic practice in Sudbury Memorial Hospital.He was a great man and physician.My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Lea Nadon Reg.Nurse Sudbury Ont.

So sorry for your loss he was a fine surgeon and a very good man.

Chris John and family

A great man with a big heart.  Some of our fondest memories are Disney World with your family.  I don't think anyone loved it more than him!  Love and prayers to you, Jenny, Katie and Julia.

Dr. Rowen was a very special man. He was family.  Our hearts are broken for Trish and his terrific girls they were so close. Love you guys.

Thanks for more than 30 years of wonderful memories. i am so sorry, and think of you often.

I had the honor of working with John at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock over several years. As a gastroenterologist  I saught his assistance and wisdom in the care of very ill patients. He was always willing to tackle the most difficult medical problems. I am aware of multiple patients who left the hospital only because of his special surgical skills. I send my condolences to his family. He was a true friend, a skilled physician, a joy to work with and although I had not seen him recently His passing makes me aware of a great personal loss.

My prayers are with you all.  John always had such a wonderful smile and upbeat attitude when I saw him. Much love and blessings,

I was blessed to get to work with this wonderful man at Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock. He always had a smile and encouraging word. It was an honor. Prayers for the family

We are sadden to hear of John's untimely passing. He will be remembered fondly by us. Condolences to the family.
Angelina Favret (Toronto, Ontario)

Dr Rowen, truly one of a kind. He taught me so much in the OR, and I am so thankful. The jumpsuits, pens, coffee money, big hugs, kisses and dancing around. After every case he would say thank you, shake your hand, lean over and give you a kiss on the mask!  It was never a dull moment with him. He saved countless life's and was a great surgeon. My condolences to Trish, and his precious daughters.

I remember my first time meeting him during an internship at Baptist, he answered the call to save a mother and baby. He later confessed he hadn't done that type of surgery in many years. He was selfless, kind, and will be missed.

What a wonderful surgeon and person he was, he brighten the room when he entered with that smile, he will be missed. My condolences to his family!

He always brought a smile to my face.  I worked with Dr. Rowen both in Sudbury Ontario and Little Rock Arkansas.  He will be missed.  My prayers and thoughts are with his family.

I too had the privilege of working with Dr. Rowa at Baptist Emergency Room in Little Rock. He was a great man a great surgeon been an inspiration to I believe everybody that had the privilege to know him, certainly was to me. He brought out the best in people. I don't believe there was anything that he wouldn't be willing to do to help get the patient ready for surgery in the trauma or for that matter even if it was a simple on call surgery. Dr. Rowan was a excellent teacher. You didn't even know you were learning when he was teaching you that's how good he was at it he never made you feel down. He had a knack for bringing out the best in those who were around him. He leaves behind a great legacy kind,caring, compassionate for all of his patients and all of the staff as well. I honestly can't recall ever seeing him in a really bad mood unless you called when he was driving his daughter to college he didn't like that that's the only thing I think he didn't like. The world is a better place because he was here. Prayers to his wife and daughters. I pray that his passing was peaceful.

I always loved when Dr. Rowen would come visit our office to review his patient's studies with the radiologists.  It was like a whirlwind of happiness entered the room!  I am deeply saddened upon hearing of his passing.  My sympathy and wishes for peaceful hearts to you Trish and your family.

My sincere condolences to the Rowen family.  I was a neighbour many years ago, and godmother to John.  My heart and prayers go out to you.

His was a life well lived.
My thoughts are with his sister, Barbara and all her family.

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Rowen for several years. He never failed to have a smile on his face and a cheerful presence. I can't count the number of times he would make late rounds and be exhausted, but if a patient needed a central line placed, he would stay and do it....and always with a smile. His coworkers loved him; he will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family.

John was called and, of course, as he always did, he answered and went.  Friend, Teacher, Superlative Surgical Professional, Smiling Supporter, Comforter, Physician and healer of souls no matter what the time, no matter how tired.  Trish and "The Girls" were first in this life to John, always.
We will miss his physical presence but know that the essence of John lives on indelibly and that our separation is but transient.
Find peace: but Know Love.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.  As a patient, I have to say that Dr. Rowen was not only an excellent doctor, but a thoughtful and caring person.  No matter how bad I felt, I always felt better having had him just walk into my hospital room. He will be greatly missed by his patients as well the medical community.

Great surgeon and an even better person. We will all miss him and his amazing personality.

As I read through these condolences, I'm not surprised how many former patients whose lives he saved. I think of Dr. Rowen often, as he was the only doctor who would risk a risky procedure to save my dying husband. He was not going to let him die without fighting. He held my hand, kissed me on the forehead and checked on me so often while my husband fought for his life. He saved my husband's life and I am so forever thankful. He was a one of a kind man and doctor and was compassionate beyond comprehension while being the utmost professional. He was just a good man. I am so sorry to his wife and daughters he was so proud of and spoke of to me. He will be missed on this earth for sure.

Dr. Rowen was a wonderful man, he taught me so much in the time i worked with him at baptist-little rock. He was always quick to give hugs and praise, he will be missed by many but forgotten by none. Rest in love doc

Julie, Barbara and family - so sorry for your loss.

We are here to celebrate your life,
and the measure of its worth.
And every single life you touched, 
while you were on this earth.
We wish to pay our last respects,
that's why we are all here.
To thank you for your friendship,
and all the memories we hold dear.
It's been a privilege to have known you,
we were family not just friends.
And we will carry you in spirit,
until we meet up once again.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Trish, Katie, Jenny & Julia at this sad time.

God Bless you John

We have lost an amazing surgeon and person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

John was a great encourager to everyone he met  and an excellent physician who loved his patients. My sincerest condolences to his family.

May God bring you peace and comfort. So truly sorry for your loss.

Was so shocked of hearing of Dr Rowens death. I was a member of his answering service in Little Rock AR.. Dr Rowen was and is my all time favorite doctor.. Always put a smile on our faces. Sending my thoughts and prayers to his family., God be with you all.

Trish and family, I am so sad to hear of Dr. Rowen's passing.  He made healthcare fun, and he was a skilled surgeon.  He always had a smile for everyone.
Lauren Hill (Conway, AR)

I had the pleasure of working with Dr Rowen here at Baptist in Little Rock. and I can say he was the best Dr I knew. love how he would just light up the room when he came in and always with a smile and a hug. he will be deeply missed here at Baptist. prayers to his family. just know he was a great man all the way around.

So sad to hear. My husband and I always enjoyed his presence while at work. He always made us smile and laugh. Such a wonderful, gifted man.

I was blessed to have worked with Dr. Rowen and he will be greatly missed. He always treated me and even my family like we were his family. He was one of the most giving, thoughtful and kind hearted man that I have known. Trish I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Dr Rowen was a gifted man and we will all miss him tremendously.

Dr.  Rowen, (John) was wonderful and amazing.  He always had a smile and a nice thing to say.  He always spoke up for the nurses and staff.  I want to send kisses and hugs to his amazing wife and beautiful daughters.  Thank y'all for sharing him with us in little rock.  I am a better nurse and human being for knowing him as a friend.

Trish & family, I'm so saddened to hear about Dr Rowen's passing. He was a wonderful man with a good heart & I'm so glad that I could know him. I pray that you & your loving family will find some comfort & peace in your hearts. He will be greatly missed. Sending love & hugs your way

I will always  remember what a great physician he was but even more what a great person overall he was. Working in the ED i was always comforted by the fact he was the surgeon on call. I am so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss. Dr. Rowen will be greatly missed by everyone who's lives he touched. Such a caring and loving Doctor. My prayers are with you and yours.

Z.Smith, RN

Dr. Rowen was truly one of a kind. I was always amazed at his ability to remember all the details about his patients. He could tell you all about them, even the smallest details about their life, without needing a computer or piece of paper in front of him. He impressed me with his kindness and compassion for everyone around him. He always had a smile for everyone, even when he was busy. He never hesitated to help in any situation. I was pregnant when I was rounding in ICU at Baptist for our discharge planning meetings. Dr Rowen was one of the doctors who rounded with us. From the time I was 7 months pregnant until I had my son, he insisted I sit down in one of the rolling chairs, and he wheeled me around as we had our meeting! 
I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family!

Trish - we are were surprised and saddened to hear about John.  Our prayers are  for you and the girls to have strength and peace as you go forward.  We miss you in the neighborhood.

Our deepest condolences for this remarkable man,Dr.,and friend.  His Christmas parties were the best and working with him was always enlightening.  He will be missed.   Hang in there Trish.  
            Much sympathy to you and your family,
                   Cherie and Karen

This breaks my heart to hears such a great doctor and surgeon has passed away. He was the smartest,nicest,Awsome person anyone could meet. He always met all with a smile and a hug. He treated people as his best friend. I was a nurse at baptist hospital when he worked there. He will be truly missed. Prayers for the whole family during this time and days to come.

Dr. Rowen will truly be missed.  He was the Dr. that used Med-Flight to get my husband to Little Rock.  He assembled the best team to treat him.  He came out of surgery to give me updates and made sure the hospital took care of me.  Dr. Rowen and his team saved my husband from a terrible accident.  He was larger than life, spoke his mind, and never sugar coated anything.  Much love for Doc!  Prayers for his family.  Heather and Brian Healy

Dear Trish, Lachlan and I are so saddened to read of John's passing. We had lovely get togethers on Maki a zillion years ago!!! Lachlan still wears your father-in-law's Masonic ring. Love to you and your girls, Mary-Jean

Julie,    I am so sorry to read about your brother's death.   My thoughts are with you.

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr Rowen saved not only my life but my dad's as well. He never gave up on me when everyone else had. I think of him often as I am certain he's the only reason I'm here to live my life. They don't make them like him anymore. He will be dearly missed. The entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

He saved my daughter's life...excellent doctor!   So sad to hear this.  P. Collins

So sad to hear of his passing.  He saved two of our family members with his skills. I know he was God sent. We will forever hold you in our heart. Your work here on Earth is done. Go rest now .

Never met a kinder Doctor than "Little Johnny". Work med exchange he was so good bringing food to us at Christmas. We sure hated when he left & hated to hear of his passing  R I P.  So sorry for the family

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