Shirley Ruth Rowe

Shirley Rowe, age 80, passed away at her home on Sunday August 16, 2026.

Shirley was born on September 29, 1945, to the late Simon Leroy Sheets and Letta Hazel (Henderson) Sheets.

She was united in marriage to Harry Rowe Sr. on July 2, 1964, who preceded her in death on April 23, 2022.

Shirley enjoyed horseback riding with Harry Sr. She had a great love for riding horses. She thoroughly enjoyed crafting combat bracelets. Her most treasured time was spent with family and friends. She was a member of the Akron Church of God.

She is survived by her son Harry A. Rowe Jr of Silver Lake; siblings; Connie (Claude) Moore, Cathy Porter, Judith (Ottie) Williams; 3 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry Rowe Sr. son Arlie Rowe and siblings Frances Kay Lester, Leroy Sheets Jr., and Emma Belle Spence.

A visitation is planned from 12:00-2:00 pm on Thursday September 10, 2026 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel 2290 Provident Ct., Warsaw. A memorial service in celebration of Shirley’s life to begin at 2:00 pm with Pastor William Whitaker officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to

Akron Church of God -301 S West St., Akron, IN 46910

Warsaw Family Worship Center -1250 Husky Trail, Warsaw, IN 46582