Late of Lutwyche, Queensland and formerly of Bundaberg, Rowley passed away peacefully on August 10th, 2026, aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Jenene. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Melina, Carissa & John and Jenita. Adored ‘Grandad’ of Cooper (dec’d), Ethan, Luis, Oliver, Charlie and Ivy. Dearly loved son and son-in-law of Raymond & Marjorie Porter and Fred & Gloria Long (all dec’d). Rowley was a much loved brother-in-law and uncle of the Long family and nephew and cousin of the Rowland family.
“Forever In Our Hearts”
Relatives and friends of Rowley and his family are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral Service to be held in The Chapel, ‘Branyan Gardens’, Cummins Road, Branyan on Friday, August 21st, 2026, commencing at 10:00am.
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Sincerest sympathy and condolences to Jenene and all the family.
Thank you Kerry and Janis from all the Porter family.
So sorry for your loss. I remember “Bear” from our teenage years hooning in the streets. Thinking of you all, Ian Pilkington
Thanks so much Ian for thinking of us he often talked about those days, how much fun you guys had!
Jenene it is Ian again. Just thought I would let let you know that Viv and I watched the live stream today and we thought it was a wonderful heart felt service and brought back some wonderful memories for me.
I’m so pleased you joined us via the video thanks Ian and Viv
My Sincerest Condolences to Jenene and the family.
Thanks for thinking of us all Carlene
Our sincere condolences to you Jenene and your family. We will miss the laughs and happy hours at Burrum Heads that we had with our mate Rowley.
Thank you Karen and Paul from the girls and I he had wonderful times at Burrum Heads with you both
Sincere condolences to all the family from Narelle Brewster on behalf of the family of the late Ailsa Zunker nee Davidson.
Thank you for thinking of us Narelle
Our heartfelt condolences Jenene. We are thinking of you all tomorrow. May you find comfort from the cherished memories you hold and in the love of your family and friends.
Thank you for your kind words Melanie
Sincere condolences from the family of the late Ailsa Zunker nee Davidson.
Sincere condolences to all the family. From the family of the late Ailsa Zunker nee Davidson.
Our deepest sympathy and love to you, Jenene, and all the family. Rowley will be remembered with great affection and sadly missed. Rest peacefully dear Cousin.
Thank you Clyde, Marguerite and family for your kind words, you meant a lot to Rowley as a close cousin, thank you Clyde for the special visits in his final days.
Our sincere condolences to you Jenene and your family, many happy memories of our younger days around the streets in our cars. Lindsay and I watched the service via the video link. Rest in peace Rowley.
Thank you Lindsay and Kayleen for joining us via video they were the good old days lots of great memories!
Dear Jenene, our most sincere condolences to you and your family during this time of heartache. It was a special time to meet up with you both at Burrum Heads.
Marian and Phil Sbresni
Thank you Phil and Marian, it was so special we had that time to have a chat about the past, Rowley loved it, thank you for thinking of the girls and I it means a lot to us all.
Thank you Phil and Marian, it was so special we had that time to have a chat about the past, Rowley loved it, thank you for thinking of the girls and I it means a lot to us all.
Love and special memories of Roly.
Love to Jenene, Melina, Carissa and Jenita.
Very fond memories of our time spent with you all. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your kinds words Robert and Dianne
Jenene and family…you are in my thoughts
Thank you
Jenene and family. So sorry to have just heard that Rowley had passed away. We have fond memories of you both from our Toyota days. We wish you all the best
Thank you Jeff and Sandy, that was such a long time ago, how lovely to hear from you both, thanks for thinking of myself and the girls
We are truly saddened with the loss of a memorable man. Even though our friendship was new, meeting at trinity Island caravan park. We enjoyed every adventure with you both. Flynn will also miss his his pats from his caravan neighbour. Forever in our hearts Rowley 💙💙💙💙