Alva Reta Rowe, 89, of Whitesboro, Texas was called home to a glorious reunion in Heaven on Friday, December 13, 2024.
Alva was born on September 23, 1935 in Gunter, Texas to John Thomas and Letha (Wilson) Reed. She attended schools in Collinsville and Pilot Point. Alva married Bobby Gene Rowe on June 15, 1952 in Collinsville and together they built a loving, Christian home for their two children. They were married for 59 years prior to his passing in 2011. She worked for many years in the banking industry. Alva was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Collinsville. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and the precious time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Ross of Collinsville; son, Dr. Thomas Rowe and wife, McKim of League City, Texas; grandchildren, Cory Ross and wife, Haley, John Ross and wife, Ashley, Theodore Rowe, Thomas Rowe, Timothy Rowe, and Taylor Rowe and wife, Libby, great-grandchildren, Korbin Ross, Easton Ross, Christian Ross, Margot Rowe, and Lola Rowe.
Alva was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Bobby Rowe and her parents, John and Letha Rowe.
Funeral services honoring Alva will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Meador Funeral home of Whitesboro, officiated by Rev. Tar Henderson. A private family burial will be held at Collinsville Cemetery at 1:30 PM on Sunday.
Mrs Alva was a beautiful lady. We know she is enjoying a wonderful reunion with the love of her life.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
My love and prayers are with you, Sharon and all who love your beautiful mother. We know our peace comes from knowing we will reunite with our loved ones. We miss them here but know we are never alone. We hurt but know they are in unspeakable beauty.
Mrs. Alva was one of the sweetest ladies I knew. She and Bro.Rowe were part of the reason I came to know the Lord as my Savior over 68 years ago. I rejoice with Sharon and the family that Alva is at rest with Bro. Bob in heaven. Love you Sharon.
What an elegant Lady that entered Heaven, and was greeted by her husband. Oh what joy. They are both so happy to be together again.
Mrs Alva was a very special lady. The pain she has is no longer there. Her vision is totally restored. The delightful and joy she is having in Heaven is the joy in my heart . I will have great memories but some day I will have the everlasting joy she has now. My thoughts and prayers are with all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
She was a beautiful Godly woman. I know she is rejoicing her reunion with her husband and Heavenly Father.
Beautiful picture of your mom! Sorry I can’t be there. I’m at my moms house. Praying for you and your family. ❤️❤️