John David (JD) Rowe, 74, passed away on May 23, 2023. He was born in Drury, MO, on June 21, 1948, to Leonard Rowe and Freda (Hix) Rowe. JD was the owner and operator of American Tree Service for many years. He was a jack of all trades, who enjoyed remodeling his house and woodworking. He also liked to garden, barbeque, and play cards and pool. JD would do anything for anyone. Above all else, he loved his family. So much so, that when he retired, he moved down here to be with his children and grandchildren.
JD is survived by his wife of forty-three years, Debbie (Perry) Rowe; son, John Rowe (Charlotte) of Southside, AR; daughters, Kathryn Fulcher (David) of Batesville, AR and Sonya Bunch (Jr.) of Charlotte, AR; sixteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; four sisters; and three brothers. He is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Jay Rowe and David Rowe; three sisters; two brothers; one grandson; and one great-grandson.
There will be a Visitation on Monday, May 29, 2023, at Willis Funeral Service from 6 PM – 8 PM. The Funeral Service, officiated by Alan Brown, will be held at Willis Funeral Service Chapel on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, starting at 2 PM. Interment will follow at Center Grove Cemetery in Charlotte, AR. Pallbearers are Rick Hall, Brandon Rowe, Daniel Fulcher, Josh Fulcher, and Scott Copeland. Honorary Pallbearers are Jr. Bunch and David Fulcher.
