of Conway, AR
November 22, 1937 - May 22, 2024
Thomas Jefferson Rowland, age 86, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on May 22, 2024 at St. Vincent Infirmary in North Little Rock. Tom was born on November 22, 1937 to the late Thomas J. Rowland and Frances Clements Cooper in Cherry Valley, Arkansas.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Patsy Rowland of Conway, AR; his daughter, Dr. Anne Trussell Brooks (Mike) of Conway and grandchildren, Joseph, Abbey, Hunter and Parker.
Tom graduated with a BS from Arkansas State, his Masters in Nuclear Health Physics at UAMS and worked on his PhD at Purdue. Prior to retirement, Tom was the director at West Valley Demonstration Project in West Valley, New York managing the Vitrification process for Nuclear Waste.
In addition, his hobbies included hunting, fishing and stamp collecting. Tom was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served nine years during the Korean War. His grandchildren were the love of his life. He loved them so much, he retired early to move back to Arkansas to be with them.
A visitation will begin at 10:00am on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway followed by funeral services at 11:00am with the Reverend Jim Teeter officiating. Entombment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park with Masonic Rites and the United States Air Force Funeral Honors.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to either Salem United Methodist Church, 1018 Salem Road, Conway, AR 72034 or to Arkansas Children's Hospital (in Memory of Mattie Anne Trussell) 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
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23 Condolence(s)
Deborah (DeLoach) Edwards
Friday, August 2, 2024
Dear Ms.Patsy and Anne, How very saddened I was to see Mr Tom had passed. My childhood was made so much better knowing you and your family. Much sympathy to your family,Deborah
Norman and Sue Halk
Friday, May 31, 2024
So very sorry for your loss we loved Tommy and love you Patsy and Ann , we were having services for our wonderful son which I was to sick to attend!
Paul McGuire
Monday, May 27, 2024
Sorry for loss, Patsy
Bill King
Sunday, May 26, 2024
As a Town of Ashford past Supervisor, while Tom was in charge of the West Valley Demonstration Site, I spent a lot of time with Tom and I learned something each time we met. He was good to be with and a man of his word. I wish his family well and be proud.
Joey & Theresa Clark
Sunday, May 26, 2024
Patsy & family - prayers for comfort and peace. We will miss seeing Tom on Sunday mornings. He was a genuinely nice person.
Nevella & Wayne McNeil
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Our condolences to Patsy and the family, we are so sorry for your loss of Tom. I only knew you both for a few years while Tom was at the WVDP, but those years were memorable and he was a great asset to the WVDP Project, our Town of Ashford, and great friend of the West Valley Volunteer Hose Company!
We know how much he loved those grandkids!
He was a "Down to Earth Leader" and he now has "Heavenly Oversight"! Prayers!
Susan Shaddox
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Anne - I ran into a friend yesterday and we were discussing your Fathers passing. She told me she went to high school with you & that all of your classmates admired your parents…and she went on talking about your Dad. He evidently left a legacy behind and made this world a better place. What greater praise could be bestowed on any of us that that! “A Life Well Lived”….Deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Susan & Ken
Cheryl Van Venrooij
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Prayers and condolences for Patsy and family. Tom was such a sweet and friendly man. I’m so sorry for your loss!
TJ and Julia Jackson
Saturday, May 25, 2024
I learned so much from Tom during our time together at West Valley. Great boss and mentor. I am glad that our paths crossed. Please give Patsy a hug from us. He left an impressive legacy. RIP Tom.
Michael and Susie Lemley
Friday, May 24, 2024
Donna and Sam Vaught
Thursday, May 23, 2024
We loved Tommy Rowland, and you and Patsy forever. Can still see him in the chemistry room at CCHS. Can still see you , Anne, in the halls at HR Elem. Prayers going up for comfort only God can send to you all.
Joan Ball
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Everyone loved Tommy.. so sorry for your loss.
Melissa Bennett
Thursday, May 23, 2024
So sorry for you loss. You & Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Sherri
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Dr. Trussell, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Jeff Shoumake
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Prayers to you all
Jo Lynn Davis Bouland
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Anne & Mrs Patsy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. So very sorry for the loss of such an outstanding man.
Chris Ames
Thursday, May 23, 2024
A great patriot has gone to his eternal rest.
Juanita biddle
Thursday, May 23, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My prayers are with you and your family throughout this difficult time.
Debbie Porter
Thursday, May 23, 2024
My love and prayers are with you all!
Peggy Oliver
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Anne, you and your family are in our prayers.
Dr. Linda Beene
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Tom was the patriarch to a family including a brilliant daughter and four equally-smart grandchildren as well as son-in-law Mike that he adored like his own. His dry wit was so funny, was never boring to be with him, and he will be missed by many including those he served through his ministry for the food pantries in central Arkansas to which he delivered each week from Little Rock. Knowing Tom was a blessing!
Fay Humphrey
Thursday, May 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss Anne. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mother.
May he RIP God Bless
Donna Clawson
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Prayers surround your family. He was loved and admired by many.