FRANKLIN - Robert Harley Rowland, 73, passed away Oct. 30, 2021, after a period of declining health.
Robert was born in Macon County to the late Royal and Carrie Henderson Rowland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Kathy Rowland of Nantahala.
Robert was of the Baptist faith and a member of White Oak Baptist Church. Robert loved taking pictures, watching movies, and walking. Robert was known for walking all around Franklin and always had a smile on his face.
Robert is survived by a sister, Diane Swatford of Franklin; three brothers, Johnny Rowland of Franklin, Randall Rowland, and Royal Rowland Jr., both of Nantahala; several nieces and nephews are also surviving.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Aquone Baptist Church Cemetery. The Rev. Tully Griggs and the Rev. Dean Bateman will officiate.
Pallbearers will be Jason Rowland, Braydon Rowland, Joey Rowland, T.J. Slease, Bill Glass, and Charlie Rich.
Honorary pallbearers will be Kyle Martin, Ethan Martin, Jimmy Rich, and Ron Schrichten.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023.
Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.