Obituary of Gertrude Bemis Rowe

Pittsboro, N.C. (formerly Penfield, N.Y.):  Passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 at the age of 104.  Gertrude is survived by her son, Dale (Diane) Rowe and 

Daughter, Suzanne (Carl) Roda; six grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.  She is predeceased by her husband, William and daughter, Darlene Coates.

Gertrude “Trudy” is best remembered as a bright light and a welcoming spirit to everyone who crossed her path.  

Burial at Oakwood Cemetery, Penfield at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Church of Christ, Scientist, 701 Mt. Hope Ave. Rochester, NY or Apex UMC Congregational Care Team, Apex, NC 27502.