Jefferson F. Rowe

June 13, 1953 - June 5, 2009

LEWISTON - Jefferson F. Rowe, 55 a resident of 5 Josephine Street Lisbon Falls died suddenly Friday morning at his friend's home surrounded by family after a long battle with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.He was born in Lewiston, June 13, 1953, the son of Ivan and Grace (Heald) Rowe. While growing up, Jeff enjoyed baseball having developed his skills playing catch with his Uncle Urban.He was a 1971 graduate of Buckfield High School, and then served his country in the United States Navy for four years. Following the service, he was employed at Bath Iron Works for for over 30 years.Jeff loved the colors of fall and enjoyed walks in the woods debating politics. He also loved fishing both on the lake and ocean.Survivors include one son, Joshua Rowe and wife Kelly of New Mexico; one granddaughter, Makayla Rowe; one sister Ann Rowe of Auburn; , and also surviving is a 1/2 brother, Robert Bonney and wife, Jo-Ann of Auburn.His family would like to extend special thanks to Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice for the wonderful care given to Jefferson during his illness.ROWE died in Lewiston, June 5, 2009, Mr. Jefferson F. Rowe age 55 years a resident of Lisbon Falls.Memorial services honoring Jefferson's life will be celebrated THURSDAY, June 11th at 6:00PM followed by military honors at the Pinette & Lynch Funeral Home.Memorial donations in Jefferson's memory may be made to the Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice 15 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240.Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.comArrangements by PINETTE & LYNCH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 305 Alfred Plourde Parkway, Lewiston, 784-4023