George Raymond Rowe, 84, of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022, in his home. Born August 31, 1937, in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late George and Anna (Spancake) Rowe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy A. Rowe, brother, Robert Rowe, and stepson, Michael J. Sheley.
George is survived by his wife of 31 years, Patricia L. Rowe; two daughters, Lona Reilley (Robert) of Denver, PA and Drena Keane (Daniel) of Palmyra; stepson, Rob Sheley of Richmond, VA; three grandchildren, Daniel Keane (Tessa), Jenna Rodriguez (Tony), and Jordan DiOrazio (Lisa); 4 great grandchildren, and his sister, Diane Veronikis (Dennis).
George was a retired sales rep for Lance, Inc., and a member of Chambers Hill United Methodist Church. He was a professional steel guitar musician, beginning in the late 1950's with his first band, Andy Reynolds & The 101 Ranch Boys, several other bands followed throughout the years. He was a life-long PSU & Steelers fan, games were never missed on Saturday or Sunday. A devoted and loving husband, father, uncle, brother, grandfather & great grandfather, George will be missed by all who loved him.
A memorial service will be held at 11am, Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Chambers Hill UMC, 6300 Chambers Hill Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111. Visitation will begin at 10am. A private burial will be held in Rolling Green Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to Chambers Hill UMC.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neillharrisburg.com for the Rowe family.
