Dorothy Rowe

Dorothy Elaine Rowe, 92, passed away on December 9, 2019 at Valley Senior Living on 42nd in Grand Forks.  Born April 2, 1927 in Lisbon, ND, she is predeceased by her parents, John and Edith Strandberg, and her late husband of 71 years, Wayne Rowe.

After graduating from high school Dorothy moved to Fargo, ND where she worked as a secretary.  It was there she met and married Wayne Rowe on August 17, 1947 in Fargo.

In the early years of their marriage, she devoted herself to raising their family.  From 1954 until 1979, Dorothy and Wayne together owned and operated Coast to Coast hardware stores in Ashley and Grand Forks. 

After early retirement, for more than ten years, they selflessly volunteered as much as six months at a time to the Mobile Missionary Assistance Program (MMAP).  They constructed, expanded and renovated mission churches, Bible camps and orphanages in needed areas.  After working with MMAP, they wintered in Texas.

Dorothy was devoted to her family and her faith.  She especially enjoyed having the extended family gathered around the table for her home cooked meals.

Dorothy is survived by her four children, Keith (Pam) Rowe, Brandon, MN; Sandra (Dennis) Meagher, Lincoln, NE; Steven (Connie) Rowe, Grand Forks, ND and Linda (Jack) Hammen, Grand Forks, ND; seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Darrell Strandberg of Texas.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Oakcrest Neighborhood at Valley Senior Living on 42^nd  who cared for Mom during her journey toward end of life.

A funeral service will be held Friday, December 13, at 2:00 PM at the Zion United Methodist Church in Grand Forks.  Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the service.  Interment will be at Memorial Park South Cemetery.