Sad news: security officer Lorne Rowan has passed away

Lorne Rowan, a security officer based at the Chilliwack campus at CEP, passed away on Nov 12. Members of the UFV community who wish to attend his funeral service will find details below, along with his obituary, as printed in the Nov 16 Abbotsford News.

Tuesday, November 22.
1030am, open invitation.
St. Anne’s Catholic Church,
33333 Mayfair Avenue, Abbotsford

Donations to Canadian Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.

ROWAN; Lorne Gordon Perry

Lorne Rowan died peacefully at home on Saturday, November 12, 2016. He is now with his late father, Gordon and his memory is cherished by his wife Angela, his son, Stuart, his daughter, Heather, his mother, Winnifred, his sister, Carol, brother-in-law, Bernard, extended family, and many friends and associates. Born in Manitoba, Lorne moved to Abbotsford with his family at the age of 9. After graduating from WJ Mouat, he completed his degree in Geology from UBC. Lorne loved raising his children in the Fraser Valley. He was active coaching minor hockey for both of his children. Lorne’s career spanned geology, BCGEU and operations security. He is deeply loved and respected by his family and friends and will always be remembered for his honesty, sense of humour, and love of the outdoors. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 10:30 am at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Avenue, Abbotsford, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated by the family. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534