Obituary of Brian Mells Rowley

Our precious Brian, age 51 peacefully entered into eternal life on March 10, surrounded by family and friends. He is being welcomed by grandparents, Hazel and Mells Rowley, Dorothy Peek, and John (Frieda) Peek.

Brian will be deeply missed by parents, Nancy and Don, sister Tanya (James) LaMacchia and nephews Nicholas and Matthew. Extended family include Phyllis and Dave Rowley, Bob Rowley, Rob and Sandie Peek, Mike and Debbie Peek, Tom Peek, and cousins Bruce (Kim), Eric (Steph), Chris (Melissa), Jay (Julie), and Carl (Chris).

Very special friends Alexei, Nancy, and Song have provided care and support over the last 2 years to greatly enhance Brian’s independence and quality of life and are so appreciated.

Sincere thanks also to Brian’s friends and co-workers at ICF Olson in Minneapolis. Special thanks to North Memorial Health Cancer Center staff and Hospice Team.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Brian Rowley on Saturday, July 20 at 1:30 PM at St. Nicholas Episcopal Church, 7227 Penn Ave. So. Richfield, MN 55423. A reception will follow at Mainstreet Village, 7601 Lyndale Ave. So., Richfield, MN 55423 from 3-6 PM.

Please plan to attend and bring any photos or remembrances you would like to share.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Brian’s memory to the North Memorial Health Foundation, designating either the Cancer Center or Hospice Program:  https://northmemorial.com/donate/