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In Memory Of Our Poets

Bill Rowlen (1946-2004) - Class Of 1965

William  Lett (Bill) Rowlen, age 57, of Birmingham, died Monday, January 12, 2004, in his home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his father, James Brantley Rowlen; and his brother, James Brantley Rowlen, Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Patricia Ward Rowlen; sons, Brandon John, William James, and Dennis Ward Rowlen; daughters-in-law, Kimberly Noles and Meredith Wilson Rowlen; grandson, Jackson James Rowlen; sister-in-law, Donna Durshimer Rowlen; nephew and niece, Brantley Cole and Amanda Lea Rowlen; and his mother, Ellen McKay Rowlen.

Bill was born in Montgomery, AL on November 2, 1946. He is a graduate of The University of Alabama and dedicated the majority of his career to The Southern Overhead Door Company.

A visitation will be held at Saint Francis Xavier Church in Mountain Brook on Thursday, January 15th at 3:00 p.m., followed by a memorial prayer service beginning at 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church or New Beacon Hospice.