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Rowdy W. McDowell, 49, Belton, Missouri passed away June 1, 2017. A visitation will be held 3:00 – 4:00 PM, Friday, June 9, 2017 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM following the visition at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. A private burial will be held at a later date.
Rowdy was born March 22, 1968 in Mount Ayr, Iowa. He graduated from Mount Ayr where he had many successes in wrestling and football. Rowdy served four years in the Air Force, where he was stationed in New Jersey and Germany.
He will be remembered for his love and pride of his sons, his great smile, quick wit and his fierce passion for people he cared for in his life. Rowdy was proud of his family’s Iowa roots and often shared his great memories of his childhood on the farm.
Surviors include; sons, Maverick McDowell, Belton, Missouri, Logan McDowell, Belton, Missouri; mother, Becky McDowell, Belton, Missouri; father, Terry McDowell, Des Moines, Iowa; brother, Jeff McDowell, Phoenix, Arizona and many aunts, uncles, nieces and cousins.
Theresa & Fred Miller says
My sweet Sis, I am sooo sorry for your loss know that we love you so, and are praying for your peace in our Precious Savior!
Fount & Wanda Foushee says
WE cannot imagine the loss your family is feeling. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
LINDA. Hobbs. says
My dear friends, how sorry for the loss of Rowdy. He will be missed. Whenever I see him, always a big smile and a hug. Quite the charmer.
Just think, he has seen the face of God, and his Soul has touched eternity.
Paula Chumley says
Becky I am so sorry to hear of Today’s passing. I send you and your family my sincere condolences. Please know you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Margie Todd says
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers so sorry for your loss
Alex and Edie Bruce says
See you on the other side brother. Thank you for your service. Love, Alex and Edie Bruce
Ruth Dobbins says
Becky, you and your family are in my prayers. I won’t quit remembering you in your time of sorrow.
Debra DePalma says
I’m so sorry to hear of Rowdy’s passing. You are all in my prayers.
Mike Omailia says
I’m grateful that we we’re good friends, team mate and brothers in arms..see you on the other side my friend.
Debbie "Wicker" Baker says
Becky you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Virginia Howard says
Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Virginia Shields Howard
Cheryl clark says
Our heartfelt condolences to the whole family. We will Rowdy as our neighbor. Praying for you all.
Cathy Ford says
Becky, my heart aches for you and your family! I am so sorry! Love you and am praying for you. ?
James Martin says
Can’t believe you are gone, just saw you at my Son’s graduation…R.I.P. Brother!
Dora Rumley says
Sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed him when he came to church with Kenny and Maxine.
Marcy Rumple Crain says
Becky please know I am praying for you and yours. I have good memories of you raising those boys. You were such a good mom. You will be there for his boys and always have great memories of rowdy. Sounds like he lived a good life and will watch over you all. Hugs my friend!
Becky Marshall says
So sorry for your families loss. You are in my prayers. R.I.P.
Bonnie Arnold-Alexander says
So very sorry for your loss. Rowdy was a great guy. Prayers for all the family..
Syndi Noble says
I don’t know what to really say….I went to school with Rowdy and he was always funny..caring…and truly the life of any event. He always made you laugh….made a bad situation better….looked at things differently. Always a smile on his face!!
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Angela Deemer Quintana says
Terry, Becky, Jeff and entire family,
So sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Have a lot of good memories of Rowdy when we were young kids.
Phyllis Johnson says
I am so very sorry for your loss, Maverick & Logan. You and your family are in my prayers now and always! I remember how fun your DAD was at the Johnson Family Reunion at River Ranch in Missouri! He will always be with you!
Darrell M. Schmalz says
My condolences to the family of Rowdy McDowell, I worked many years with Rowdy in the Utility locate business. He was a very caring and humble person. Often talked about his boys and how proud he was of them. He will be greatly missed.
Kevin Klommhaus says
I have a lot of great memories with Rowdy from High School. Was proud to call him my friend. I am sorry for his family’s loss prayers for each of you for strength and understanding! Rest In Peace my friend
Jo Ann Buckner says
Becky-I am so sad and sorry. I am praying you will feel God’s comfort and strength now and in the days ahead. Rowdy was blessed to have you for his Mom. Thinking of you and all the family. Love and prayers, Jo Ann Buckner
Linda Boothe says
Becky and Terry,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Many prayers for you and your entire family as you go through this time of sorrow.
It sounds like Rowdy was a kind man with a loving heart. Treasure your memories and special times you spent with him.
Steve and Peggy Combs Worthington says
Becky and Family, So very sorry to learn of your loss. Prayers to you and your entire family. Cherish those memories. You were a great Mom to your boys and I remember our stories of our kids at work. May God’s love and understanding help you through this most difficult time.
Angie Naill Blazek says
I’ve been flooded with memories from high school. Rowdy was always fun to be around. We became blood brother/sister when we were sophomores I believe.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Charlene Greene says
Becky so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray the loving arms of Jesus will hold you and your family close to Him in the difficult, sad time ahead. I pray His peace for you all. Love and prayers, Charlene
Jan Street says
Becky, I’m sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. When you are ready to reach out, I’ll be there for you. Let me know if there is anything you need. Jan
Jodi S. Perkins says
I have great memories of Rowdy when we were children. He always had a big smile and was so much fun to be around. I am so sorry for your loss during this difficult time.
Julie & Claos says
You were a hell raiser and a heartbreaker (trust me heard that from a few women) you could eat like a horse and party like a dog I think the boys will miss you on Sundays Take care my friend.
Steve "Flash" Zentz says
Deepest sympathies to Rowdy’s family and loved ones. I just saw of his passing today and am deeply saddened. I was stationed with Rowdy at McGuire AFB in NJ and was his suite mate. Rest in peace brother and blessings to all loved ones.
Lori Hartley-McKim says
I just found out a couple of days ago about Rowdy. I am sorry for your loss. I first met Rowdy when you guys lived in Greenfield, IA he was one of the good guys.
Lori Hartley says
Back when Rowdy was like 8 and i think I was 9 on recess I would of kids tease me and pick on.me and Rowdy would get them to quit
Thank you again for doing that.