He is survived by Sheila Rowan, of Mabank, TX, daughter, Rhonda Johnson of Rockwall, TX, son Russell Rowan of Mabank, TX, granddaughter Lauren Coats of Rockwall, TX, great grandchildren, Sawyer, Dayton, Auggie, & Ruby, of Rockwall, TX, and numerous nieces and friends.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Billy Wayne Rowan and Maxie Darwin Rowan.
Donnie grew up in the China Grove Community and graduated from Martins Mills High School where he played basketball. It was at a basketball game where Donnie met Sheila, who would become his wife of 64 years. Donnie first worked in construction, helping to excavate the land that would become Lake Ray Hubbard. Later he and Sheila opened a western store called Rowan’s Western Wear that they owned for nearly 40 years, which became a staple in the community. Over the years, Rowan’s became a place that allowed them to meet so many dear friends. In addition to business, Donnie enjoyed riding and training cutting horses and watching the Rangers and Cowboys.
At the age of 64, Donnie received Christ and began attending First Baptist Church of Gray’s Prairie where he was baptized. After this he regularly attended church and Sunday School.
A visitation will be at 11:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service for Donald will be held Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Eubank Cedar Creek, 601 South 3rd Street, Texas 75147.
Donald will be laid to rest in Eubank Cedar Creek Memorial Park, 16701 State Highway 198, Mabank, Texas 75147.
Serving as pallbearers are Mike Rowan, David Tapp, Eric Johnson, Bob Franklin, Rodney Hinkle, Jimmi Warner, and honorary pallbearer Billy "Cotton" Walker.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eubankcedarcreek.com for the Rowan family.
