of Little Rock, AR
December 9, 1960 - January 22, 2025
Sandy D. Rowland, 64, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on January 22, 2025. Born on December 9, 1960 in Little Rock, he was the cherished son of the late Ray and Bessie Rowland.
Sandy had a profound love for music and singing. A devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church, he spent over 20 years as a proud member of the church choir and was a dedicated participant in the Men's Bereans Sunday School Class. Each Sunday, Sandy faithfully rang the church bell.
For 40 years, Sandy worked in the Vending Facility Program, where he built a long and meaningful career. His dedication was evident as he worked up until just a week before being hospitalized. His commitment to his work and his faith served as an inspiration to all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy Kerns Rowland, who shared his life and his heart for many wonderful years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 5700 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, AR 72207 at 10:00am Saturday, February 8, 2025. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Baptist Church in Sandy's memory.
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11 Condolence(s)
Kevin Woods
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Mr Sandy was a kinda and gentle soul I first met with Sandy in 2009 at the freeway medical building where I did dialysis my clinic later years moved to another facility and we lost contact often thought of Mr. Sandy then one morning the Links van now called region rock pulled up in front of my house and low and behold, they said Mr. Sandy it made my day brightened my morning to see him as he did him to hear me and knew who I was share with me a few health issues and he cut his hours down at freeway then he later was moved to a different building to work and on last week 1 March I asked my driver because it had been a while since he and I had been in the same transportation vehicle together had he seen or picked up Mr. Sandy and he said unfortunately I hate to tell you, Mr. Woods, but Mr. Sandy passed away a little over a month ago. It broke my heart to know that such a good guy that I called my friend had passed and I wasn’t able to go and show my final respects to him, but I wanna let you know his family that I will be praying for you and with you during your days to come and maybe one day hopefully we can connect and I can tell you more and express how much Mr. Sandy really meant to a lot of us at the freeway medical building. I do know the Dialysis team I can speak for God bless you all.
Reginald Rogers
Monday, February 10, 2025
Cathy and Family: Sandy was a joy to be around. I was blessed to get to know him when he worked at the Freeway Medical Building in Little Rock. He operated the blind Vending Program Facility (VFP) canteen stand for many years. Sandy wanted to work and loved meeting people. So, the VFP program was perfect for him. Sandy wanted to work and not just sit at home. Later, when the stand at Freeway closed, he accepted an invitation to work with Miss Margaret at her stand at the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) on Markham Street. He worked until the last time that he entered the hospital. Sandy enjoyed people and people enjoyed being around him. Sandy will be greatly missed by all! May Sandy Rest in the Peace of Christ with all of our Loved Ones who have ascended to Heaven. Reginald Rogers Arkansas Department of Health Office of Legal Counsel
Barbara Kemp
Sunday, February 9, 2025
I was so saddened to hear of Sandy’s passing. He always held a special place in my heart as did his mother. He was in my first class at ASB. He brings a smile to my face when I hear his name. He was a fine boy and became a very good man.
Erika Evans
Thursday, February 6, 2025
We will miss our dear friend. He was a long standing member of our Quazar Chapter for Arkansas Council of the Blind. May God be with each of us as we pass through this season of grief.
Siefus Pierce
Thursday, February 6, 2025
I want to give my condolences to family of Sandy Rowland. He will be greatly missed. God bless.
Bobby Newman
Monday, February 3, 2025
Cathy, I did not know Sandy. I only met him maybe once or twice. I am so sorry for your loss. I have known you for a long time. May God bless and keep you.
Michelle Edwards
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Sandy it was good knowing you all the years I got to know you in school. Fly high friend I'll see you on the other side. Your friend Michelle Edwards
Linda Woods
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Cathy I am very sorry for your loss. Since we lived in NWA we only met Sandy at a couple of state conventions. Never got to know you very well. But he sounds like he was a wonderful friend and husband. Prayers for you and your family.
Laurie
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Sandy and I were very close friends for 22 years! I met Sandy while I was working at Health Facilities for the State of Arkansas. We became good friends almost immediately. Sandy was always positive and cheerful. Sandy loved the Lord and his wife, Cathy. I will miss him very much. All my love and condolences to Cathy Kerns Rowland.
Kay Bona
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Cathy,
Don and I are so very sorry for your loss, and the loss of our church. Sandy meant so much to so many people. But, there is no doubt that he will be ringing a heavenly bell as he waits for the rest of us to join him in that glorious Promised Land!
Please know that we are praying for you and your families strength and for the comforting arms of Christ to hold you during the days ahead.
In Christ,
Don and Kay Bona
Patricia Meeks
Friday, January 24, 2025
I remember Sandy as a little boy, full of life and so kind. My condolences to his wife at this time. May God bless you.