Passed away peacefully at the Wonthaggi Hospital on Wednesday 23rd July, 2025 aged 81 years. Husband of Kaye. Father to Jack and Debbie, Kylie and Martin Keogh, Darren and Francesca (dec), Mark and Donna, Bradley and Sonja, Kasey and Shane Smythe. Grandad to 14 and Great Grandad of 8.
Rest in peace.
Family and friends of Roderick are respectfully informed that a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Werrimull Catholic Church on Friday August 1, 2025 at 11.00am. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will proceed to the Meringur Cemetery.
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Tributes
Helen Anderson
Sincere condolences to the Rowe family on the passing of Rod.
Dad would’ve been at the service today but he is unwell
Take care, the Roads Family
Reg and Maiva Wilkinson
So sorry that “Father” has left us. We have fond memories of a good friend and many fun times. Maiva and I wish the family all the best at this sad time.
shaun thompson
My thoughts are with the rowe family on the passing of rod.
Shaun Thompson
Elissa Sutherland
We are sorry to hear about Rod’s passing. Graeme and Neville always enjoyed a chat with Rod when their paths crossed.
May your memories of Rod as a Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad bring your family comfort and peace during this sad time.
We are sorry but we will not be able to be there for Rod’s farewell. Our thoughts and prays are with your family.
From
Greame and Elissa Sutherland
Leanne and Neville Smith