Birth date: Jul 23, 1964 Death date: Feb 27, 2021
Jean Ann (Rowley) Henderson, 56, of Bentonville, AR was born on July 23, 1964 in Pana, IL to Thomas and Margaret (Nieman) Rowley. She died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 27, 2021 in Rogers, AR. She graduated from Eastern Illin Read Obituary
I met Jean when working at Walmart Corp from 1992-2002, she was always so helpful and lead the Retail Link training meetings at NWACC. Taking on the task to keep anyone that wanted to know when and where the next sample sales would be or job openings in the supplier world. We have several good talks together and I will always remember her! Jean you will be missed.
Janette and Joanne,
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your sister. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
My memories of Jean are few. We had some good times at the lake when we would come back to Pana to visit in the summer. I remember that she was always laughing and smiling. Rest in peace Jean. You will be missed. .
Jean grew up next door to me and my family, so of course I knew her and her family very well. Not so much in recent years. I'm glad for the good life that she had, and saddened that it ended so prematurely. My condolences to Janette and Joanne, their families, and to everyone who knew Jean.
Jean was a part of my life since birth. Not only as my cousin but a best friend too. I have so many good memories of the cabin at the lake and so many sleepovers. She was a beautiful person inside and out. ❤️💔
My sincere condolences to the family of Jean. She was a former student of mine in the public school as well as in Sunday School during her childhood years. Jean was always full of smiles and so kind to others. May God grant you comfort and extra strength during this difficult time
We did not know Jean but we also have a walking group and would be heartbroken if we lost anyone in our group. We will dedicate our walk on Monday to Jean....We are very sorry for your loss. Summer Walkers/Runners (Coach Vicki)
Honestly I’m at such a loss for words as I found out this morning that my friend Jean Rowley Henderson has passed. Jean and David were my saving grace for years as a young person as I navigated through my faith journey and not knowing how to move away from fearing God to loving God. They were love. They showed the love of God in all they did.
I hate that I hadn’t seen Jean in so long.
Jean and our other dear friend Melissa catered my wedding completely (for free) and refused payment when I was a young mom just trying to make it. Jean moved me out of my house and showed up with a moving truck and community group when I had no idea how I was going to get it done. Her and David were the hands and feet of Jesus.
They catered a Saturday night dinner for the worship team once a month every weekend. They always asked me when I was a foster mom how they could help the kiddos I had in my home.
I’ll never forget when I asked her to join my Board at one of the nonprofits I was ED at, and she was afraid she wasn’t qualified. I was astonished that a woman that amazing, that accomplished was THAT HUMBLE. It took a lot of convincing that not only was she qualified but she was the perfect person to serve in that role well.
Jean was the first to make sure that all the community knew when the nonprofit events were, when supplier sales were, when community needs were not being met she jumped in with both feet without hesitation.
She was a connector. She was fearless. She was humble. She was a quiet but faithful catalyst for big big change.
She will be sorely missed, but oh what a legacy she leaves here - what a void. If you knew her, you were one of the lucky ones.
Enjoy the journey, my friend.
What can be said about Jean that those fortunate enough to meet her don’t already know? Jean always had a kind word when you needed it most. A smile and laugh that warmed your heart. Determination that made those around see all possibilities. Jean was my friend. The type of friend who could begin a conversation where you left off, no matter how much time had passed. I pray all those who loved her are held in God’s love during this difficult time, and our pain is eased knowing she is with Dave, and our Lord.
