Charles Rowcliffe was born May 28, 1922, on his parents' ranch one and a half miles southwest of Philip, the son of Raymond G. and Florence Rose (Chambers) Rowcliffe. He grew up on the ranch and graduated from Philip High School in 1940. As a young man he worked with his parents on the ranch until his father's death in 1945, at which time he took over the operation of the ranch.
Charles was united in marriage to Louise Faye Millar on February 5, 1948, in Philip. They made their home on the ranch southwest of Philip. In the fall of 1948, Charles began his career in the grocery stores in Philip. First he worked at the Red Owl, Sooper Dooper, Deis' Food Center, and later Carley's Food Center, before retiring in 1986 after 37 years.
They continued to reside on the ranch which they continued to operate until retiring in 1992, and moving into town at 400 West Oak Street.
Charles was a member of the United Church in Philip.
Grateful for having shared his life with, include his wife of 59 years, Louise; two sons Harold Rowcliffe and his wife Betty of Ritzville, Washington, and Roger Rowcliffe and his wife Charlotte of Manhattan, Kansas; three daughters Evelyn Heide and her special friend Gene Sticha of Faribault, Minnesota, Hazel Rowcliffe of Philip, and Ann Roberts and her husband Richard of Ft. Collins, Colorado; two grandsons J.D. and A.J. Roberts of Ft. Collins; one brother Rev. Mylo Rowcliffe of Lake Preston, Minnesota; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Elaine Whisler and one sister in infancy; one brother Robert Rowcliffe; and two granddaughters in infancy Judi Lynn Heide and Beth Roberts.
Visitation was held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2, at the Rush Funeral Home in Philip, and one hour preceding the services at the church on Wednesday.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 3, at the United Church in Philip, with Pastor Mark Ford officiating.
Interment will be in the Masonic Cemetery, Philip.
A memorial is established.
FUNERAL SERVICES: Wednesday, October 3, 2007 10:00 a.m., United Church,
Philip, South Dakota
CLERGY: Pastor Mark Ford
MUSIC: Marilyn Millage – Organist, Glenn Parsons – Vocalist: "Old Rugged Cross" , "Go Rest High"
USHERS: Chip Walker – Scott Baye
PALLBEARERS: Bruce Boyd – Randy Boyd, Cliff Ramsey – Jerry Carley, Garry Erickson – Mike Moses
HONORARY PALLBEARERS: All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT: Masonic Cemetery, Philip, South Dakota
Guest Book
Thinking of you Hazel - Love you Loads!!
~ Sharlene Cross
6600 S. Hughes Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (9/29/2007)
We have known Charles, it seems like forever! Judy and I would like to extend our prayers and thoughts to all of the family! Joe and Judy
~ Joe and Judy Millage
510 E Hone St. Box 764 (9/29/2007)
So sorry to see that your dad passed away. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this sad time. Ronnie & Emily Sammons
~ Ronnie & Emily Sammons
Midland (9/29/2007)
Dear Rowcliffe Family,
The Erickson kids are sorry for your loss. He was a great person and fun to be around. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope everything goes okay. He is in a better place now and thats a good place to be. Heaven is a wonderful place and God will take care of him.
Love Always,
Jolyn, Travis, and Justin
~ Jolyn, Travis, Justin
3405 Arizona St Rapid City, SD (9/29/2007)
Hazel-
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris
~ Chris Coyle
Philip (9/29/2007)
Louise & Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss - we have many fond memories of Charles, who was a very kind person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
~ Dave & Karen Webb
Rapid City, SD (9/29/2007)
I always enjoyed seeing Charles at the grocery store and he was always so polite and friendly. Thoughts and prayers to all of your family.
~ Glen and Joyce Hostutler
(9/29/2007)
Hazel,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you walk through this difficult time. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you to make this load lighter to bear. You a strong person, but we are here for you to lean on. You are a dedicated and loving daughter and I am sure your father appreciated your caring for him until the end. Take care and God Bless.
~ Carmen Fees
RN Director of Nursing-Philip Heatlh Services (9/29/2007)
Hazel, so sorry for your loss, I will keep you in my thoughts. Always Melanie
~ MELANIE ACOSTA
BISON,SD (9/29/2007)
Dad had a sincere smile and a contagious chuckle. A man whom I admire and learned much from the way he lived. I am proud to have been a part of this honorable man's life, and honored to be called 'son-in-law'. I love you dad. I promise to care for Ann and the boys in a way that you would be proud.
~ Richard A. Roberts Jr.
Fort Collins, Colorado (9/29/2007)
TO THE ENTIRE ROWCLIFFE FAMILY:
YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. JUST KNOW THAT WE ARE ALL
HERE FOR YOU IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME FOR WHAT EVER YOU NEED. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BUT WE NOW HAVE AN AWESOME GUARDIAN ANGEL
WATCHING OVER US. WITH ALL OUR LOVE GARRY AND VICKI.
~ GARRY & VICKI ERICKSON
RAPID CITY, SD (9/29/2007)
Hazel
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will keep you & your family in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless
Pam
~ Pam Clements
Philip (9/29/2007)
I was privileged to work with and get to know Charlie back when we both worked for Larry Deis at the grocery store. He was a hard worker and fun to work with. We shared many laughs and I will cherish the memories. He was a good man. God's love and peace to you all. Jeanie
~ Jeanie Waara
P.O. Box 369 Philip, SD 57567 (9/29/2007)
Louise & family, Our deepest sympathy. Will always remember Charles is the grocery stores when I was little. Always had a smile on his face and a treat for us. He was a very special person. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Ralph & Cathy Fielder
~ Ralph & Cathy Fiedler
2130 Ellen St Sturgis, S. D. (9/29/2007)
Our sympathy to all of Charles' family. He was always kind and helpful at the grocery store. He is one of the first persons I met when we got married and shopped in Philip. We wanted you to know that your family is in our thoughts & prayers. His suffering and pain are no more. Sincerely, Kathy, Joe & Marie
~ Joe & Kathy Gittings and Marie Lamm
Philip, SD (9/29/2007)
Charles' family,
I got to know Charles when I worked with him at Carleys Food Center. We shared many a laugh & a lot of visits when things were slow. I always had respect for him. I will always remember the kind, caring man he was and am thankful that I got to know him & could call him a friend. You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Keep the happy memories alive & there will always be a part of him with you.
With Sympathy,
Kieth & Deb Smith
~ Deb Smith
Philip, SD (9/29/2007)
Hazel,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I care.
~ Roxy Formanek
(9/29/2007)
Rowcliffe family
Ann and Hazel I am sorry for your loss--what a caring man and always so helpful--may your memories be lasting.
~ Shelia Trask
Wasta SD (9/29/2007)
To the Rowcliffe family
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. I will always remember how much he enjoyed the memories of his life on the farm, and bringing in those special pictures to be framed that captured those times he loved so much! He was a kind and gentle man and will truly be missed. God's Blessings on your family.
~ Dave and Cheryl Dick
621 N Highland, Beloit, KS 67420 (9/29/2007)
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