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Mr. Cleveland Rowland, age 81 was born January 27, 1939 in Johnston County, NC. He was the oldest of eight children born to John C and Christine McDaniel Rowland. He transitioned on Tuesday September 29, 2020 while a resident at Meadowview Assisted Living in Smithfield, NC. 
He leaves to cherish his memory, James Howard Rowland of Smithfield, NC, Katie Rowland Ricketts of Washington, DC., Sylvia Rowland Jones of Smithfield, NC., Gerald Rowland(Shelia) of Smithfield, NC, Linda Rowland Daniels of Garner, NC and a host of other relatives and friends.
(Potted plants are requested in lieu of flowers) 

Viewing will be Monday October 5, 2020 at the Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel, 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd. Smithfield, NC from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm. (Facial Coverings Required)

Funeral Services Tuesday October 6, 2020 at the Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel, 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd, Smithfield, NC at 12:00 noon. (Facial Coverings Required)

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                                                                                                 Guest Book

Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Thelma Noble
Email: thelmanoble82@gmail.com
Message: To my dear Rowland Family friends over the years I have been able to be there with you to share in your good times and in your difficult moments. This time I cannot be there with you but I AM THERE IN SPIRIT. Big tight hugs and love, Thelma Noble
May God bless and comfort you all.
Date: 10062020


Family or Deceased Name: The Rowland Family
Your Name: The Cornell Williams, Jr. Family
Email: fsw92147@netzero.net
Message: May loving memories of Cleveland sustain you and ease the pain, bring you peace, comfort and reassurance that love endures forever.
Date: October 4, 2020

Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Ennis D Oates
Email: eoates1@ec.rr.com
Message: To Lynn and Family: When learning of Cleveland's home-going, I thought about how great a friendship I have enjoyed for many years with you. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You will remain in my prayers. Be safe, Pete.
Date: 9103951074

Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Velvaline and Nathaniel L. Sanders, Jr.
Email: nls21325@gmail.com
Message: We were sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Cleveland Rowland. Please know that the Rowland Family is in the thoughts and prayers of many as you deal with the loss of your loved one. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.

Family or Deceased Name: Clevland Rowland
Your Name: Philip Drayton & Hopie Smith Drayton
Email: Markisadog123@gmail.com
Message: To The Rowland Family:

I regret hearing of the loss of your brother, Cleveland. We extend our sincerest sympathy to all of you. Your brother is now with God. May he rest in peace. Remember that God will always be there for you, also. Psalms 30:5 tells us, "Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning. God Bless You,

Philip & Hope Smith Drayton
Date: October 5, 2020


Family or Deceased Name: The Rowland Family Mr Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Aubrey and Francine Charles
Email: francharlesrn@gmail.com
Message: Words cannot express the depth of our sympathy. We pray for peace for Cleveland and God's Strength and Blessings for the family. We Love You.
Date: October 4, 2020

Family or Deceased Name: Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Alexander Morgan
Email: alexengmp@hotmail.com
Message: To Mrs. Katie Rowland Ricketts & Family:
My sincere condolences to you and your Family. Wishing that loving memories will soon bring comfort.
All My Best!
Date: October 4th 2020

Family or Deceased Name: Rowland Family
Your Name: Yvonne Reddick Patterson
Email: mylap@bellsouth.net
Message: May God's grace bring strength , comfort, and healing in this time of sorrow -With sincere sympathy - the Lord ..heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:2-3
Date: 10-3-2020

Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Rebecca Boone-Sanders
Email: Twobronzy@msn.com
Message: To my Rowland Family
My prayers are with you all may God comfort you in this time of bereavement. We love you and are here for you all. As the flower was pluck from the family garden the space they held will always be in our heart and memory. He is wearing his wings proudly.
God Blessing
The children of Mack Sanders & Estelle Rowland -Sanders

Family or Deceased Name: Cleveland Rowland
Your Name: Genice Akins
Email: uspsga@yahoo.com
Message: Thinking of you as you go through this difficult time. I want you to know that I am praying for all of you and most of all I love you.
Date: 9193571658

Family or Deceased Name: Cleveland Rowland Family
Your Name: Hellene Sanders-Burns
Email: hburns1141@gmail.com
Message: To All My Rowland family members, Heartfelt condolence & Prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God supply each of you with strength to endure the missing link from the family chain. Love, Peace & Blessings.
Cousins Sanders Family: Hellene, Pearline, Betty, James & Peggy
Date:10-02-2020

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