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John Rowley Obituary
Rowley, John M. of Oak Brook, beloved husband of Mary T. (nee Tierney), loving father of John Jr., Mark T. (Kathy), Susan (John) Kelley, Stacey (John) Bock and Matthew (Kathleen), dear grandfather of ten, fond brother of Dr. William F. Jr., Kenneth R. (Mary) and the late Dolores (late William) Crowley, also many nieces and nephews. Visitation 3:00 to 9:00 Monday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th St. at Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Friends and family will meet at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 16th St. & Summit Ave., Oak Brook Terrace for Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Misericordia/Heart of Mercy Center, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660 appreciated. Mr. Rowley was a 43-year member and past Director of the Chicago Board of Trade. A former member of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, a founding Director of the Chicago Board Options Exchange, a former Governor of the Chicago Board of Trade Clearing Corporation, a former vice-president of John S. Morris Co., Inc. and a WWII Army Veteran. 630-964-6500 
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Memories and Condolences
for John Rowley
Helen Bauer-Long
July 8, 2003
Dear Mary Tierney-Rowley, and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your children for your loss.I went to Elementary School with John and to Trinity High School with you Mary. I remember John to be a very nice guy. I will keep you in my prayers.
God Bless, Helen Bauer-Long
Pamela Otero
July 6, 2003
My condolences to the Rowley family...I am so sorry to hear of your loss of such a kind and gentle father. Having been John's neighbor for the past few years I have found him to be a most thoughtful man. When my grandson would come to visit me John was always sure to say hello and greet him with a treat. He was truly a caring person. I regret that I never made it over to see him when he moved into Devonshire. I will always remember him and his nobility. My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family in this very difficuly time. Pam, Mason and Melissa
Mike Conway
June 18, 2003
Mark and Matt, I'm sorry to hear about your loss.
Mike Conway
Donna&Shelly Flake
June 18, 2003
We vwish to vextend our condolences to the family of John M. Rowley Fondly Donna & Shelly Flake
SHELLIE LIND
June 17, 2003
Dear Mark and Jack,
Although it has been many years since my days were spent at the CBOE or the CME, I remember your father as one of the "legends". Please accept my condolences and extend them to your family.
Warmest Regards,
Shellie Lind
Tom Brady
June 17, 2003
Jack and Mark - I'm sorry I wasn't able to make the services. Your Dad was a great guy, both personally and professionally. Please give my condolences to your mom.
Jim Volkober
June 17, 2003
Mark
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Jim V.
Tom R.
June 17, 2003
Dear Jack,
My condolences on the passing of your father.
Sincerly,
Tom R.
6:30am
Michael Skavery
June 16, 2003
I have only known John since he moved into the Devonshire. In that short time John made a great impact in my life and I will miss him a great deal.
Steve Kelly
June 16, 2003
Dear Mark and Family, Our sincere condolances on the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you.
Steve and Terri Kelly
steve assimos
June 16, 2003
My condolences to the Rowley family. I recall fondly serving Jack breakfeast at Orlando's Rest in the late 1960's and early 1970's. Certainly a class person who will be missed.
Steve Assimos
Nancy (Binion) Dye
June 16, 2003
Dear Mark and Family: Whenever I think of Jack Rowley, the fact that he was one of the most respected members of the CBOT comes to mind. He was kind, genuine and a decent and fair businessman. I'm proud to have known him. My deepest sympathies to you. Nancy (Binion) Dye
Maureen McDonald
June 15, 2003
I was sorry to hear about Jack. He was a great guy and a good neighbor when I lived in Michigan City.
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