Mike Rowland

Mike “Rollie” Rowland

Obituary

ROWLAND, Mike “Rollie”….

Mike Rowland passed away at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, July 8, 2021 in his 64th year. Predeceased by parents Eileen and Ray, grandchild Jacob, and brother Rick. Survived by daughters Charlene and Colleen, grandchildren Lex, Mike, Jak, Dalton, and Noah and his siblings Pat, Al, Debbie, and Tom. 

Mike was a great lover of all sports and actively played volleyball with best friend Bob and softball with all of his friends at the Huff n Puff League. Mike will be sincerely missed by all of his co-workers at the Bag Lickers Union. 

Mike was a great father, grandparent and friend. He had a kind soul and a soft heart and behind a gruff straight forward exterior loved many and would do anything for his friends and family. A celebration of his life will held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 from 2-6 pm at 450 Ronald Street, London. 

In lieu of flowers his daughters respectfully request that donations be made in his honour to the East London Optimist Club. Cremation has taken place and arrangements have been entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

17 Comments

  1. Brian Paulger July 14, 2021 at 12:48 pm

    Mike will be missed by all his co-workers at the City!!! I have known Mike for 30+ years, Mike loved people, and a good prank, well respected by his friends and co-workers for his Loyalty!!! Deepest Regards Brian

  2. Jessica Wilton July 14, 2021 at 1:04 pm

    Again, I am so sorry for the loss of your daddy. I am thinking about you both and your babies during this difficult time. ❤️
    Jessica and family

  3. Alexandra July 14, 2021 at 2:22 pm

    I’m so sorry Charlene, may he rest in peace. My condolences to you and your family.

  4. Cory July 15, 2021 at 9:31 pm

    My sincere condolences to the Rolands family and friends. Mike was a great guy. Always good for a laugh either at work or out for beers. He was one of a kind. RIP Mike

  5. Scott Pearson July 16, 2021 at 12:21 pm

    Although I only knew Rollie a short time, it was top quality time. A smile on his face when he showed up to volleyball each Wednesday and at every get together We had great fun and great conversation. His presence was felt this past Wednesday and will be every Wednesday I’m sure. God bless my friend.

  6. Tedd Tarkowski July 17, 2021 at 6:57 am

    RIP Mick, we had lots of laughs Tedd T.

  7. VITO MERENDA July 17, 2021 at 1:01 pm

    My sincere condolences to the family for your loss, R.I.P my dear acqua fit friend….we had many many laugh in the pool…. I will miss you dearly. ciao

  8. Fran Hallman July 17, 2021 at 5:06 pm

    I also remember my cousin Mike always smiling, even during the tough times. May your smile always be remembered and your soul rest in peace

  9. Mike Los July 17, 2021 at 7:39 pm

    My condolences to the Rowland family during this difficult time. I’ve known Mike since my Gr.13 history class we had together at H.B. Beal Secondary School back in 1978. I vividly remember Mike as an outstanding high school athlete in football. Upon graduation, he continued playing football for the home town London Beefeaters of the Canadian Junior Football League and had a professional try-out with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the CFL!

  10. Cathy Williams July 18, 2021 at 6:52 am

    My heart broke when I heard of Mike’s passing. He truly was one of a kind and will be sadly missed. He said it as it was and genuine to the core. Just a great guy truly. My deepest sympathy for the entire family.

  11. Eileen Fralick July 22, 2021 at 8:21 pm

    He kept a promise to me for all these years, I will never ever forget him for keeping that promise. He loved his girls, I am so grateful to him for that, Eileen.

  12. Mary Helen July 28, 2021 at 10:01 pm

    Mike was a great guy, RIP Mike

  13. Jen Salhani July 29, 2021 at 9:32 am

    I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. He was an amazing friend and coworker who was always willing to lend a hand or ear when it was needed. We truly lost one of the good guys. May you rest in peace Mike. We will miss you. Jen, Judy and Dave Salhani

  14. Andrea McDonald July 29, 2021 at 9:41 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a lovely man and a wonderful father. I know how important he was to Charlene and her sister. Please know we are here for you when ever you need us.

    Lots of Love,
    Calvin, Andrea and kids

  15. Gerry Norris August 15, 2021 at 1:06 pm

    Rest In Peace, Mike…a pleasure to have known you. Enjoy your next adventure.

  16. Rose Fisher August 27, 2021 at 3:57 pm

    I just heard the news of Mike’s passing it was a shock to hear. I knew Mike through Good Life for the last several years. Mike was in our Pump Iron class and our Yoga classes he was always a lot of fun to be with. We will surely miss him. Condolences to all of Mike’s family and friends. R.I.P. Mike

  17. Dan Whyte December 31, 2021 at 11:35 am

    Mike’s family I’m, so sorry for your loss I met Mike playing football and then worked with him at the city for approximately 15 years he was always good for a laugh he will be sorely missed!!! Impossibilities Godspeed!!

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