Loyd Eugene Rowland

Loyd Eugene Rowland was born December 17, 1942 in Chester County, TN the son of the late Curtis and Velmer Capps Rowland.

He was united in marriage to Brenda Isbell on April 26, 1969.

Mr. Rowland worked for 36 years for TDOT in Bethel Springs, TN. He was a member of the Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. After retiring from the state, he enjoyed watching others work. He was a character to be around and never met a stranger. When he was able he enjoyed gardening and always loved spending time with his grandchildren and Baby, his faithful four legged friend.

Mr. Rowland departed this life on June 12, 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 77 Years, 5 Months, 26 Days. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Brenda Rowland of Bethel Springs, TN; a son, Michael Rowland and wife Janiece of Bethel Springs, TN; a daughter, Beth McDonald and husband Bobby of Selmer, TN; four grandchildren, MiKaela Rowland, Macey Rowland, Sarah McDonald, and Mason McDonald; a sister, Verblean Burkeen of Henderson, TN; three brothers, Gaylon Rowland and wife Sue of Bethel Springs, TN, Jackie Rowland and wife Linda of Bethel Springs, TN, Ronnie Rowland; close friend who was just like a brother, Junior Hatch of Bethel Springs, TN; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Rowland was preceded in death by a brother, William Thurman (Bud) Rowland; brother-in-law, R.C. Burkeen; sister-in-law, Sandra Rowland.