M. Jerome “Jerry” Rowe, was born on April 16, 1937, in Ashland, WI and passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025. Jerry grew up in Luck, WI, served five years in the Army, and graduated with a degree in Economics from UW Madison. He and Deanna were married for 61 years and raised their two daughters, Karrie and Gretchen, in Roseville, MN. Jerry’s career highlights were at First National Bank in St. Paul, MN and 30 years at United Properties in Bloomington, MN. He was one of just three employees at United Properties when he began there, helping grow the company into what it is today.

Jerry loved to travel with his family to host cities through BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association) in which he was an avid member. He and Dee also travelled to Norway, Colorado, Arizona, and Florida many times. Jerry’s favorite pastimes were history, genealogy, fishing, and other outdoor activities. He and Dee thoroughly enjoyed their cabins over the years in Hayward, WI. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Jerry and Dee have been members of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Roseville, MN for 50 years. Jerry served as an usher, drove for Meals on Wheels, and volunteered for Habitat for Humanity.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Garfield and Beatrice Rowe, and his sister Patricia Berard. He is survived by his wife, Dee, his daughters, Karrie (Doug) and Gretchen (Jim), his grandkids, Trevor (Jessika), Leah, and Melanie, his great-grandson, Emmett, and his brothers Ray Rowe and Dann Rowe. He will be missed dearly.

A memorial service will be held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Roseville, MN on Monday, September 8th with visitation at 10:00 am, a service at 11:00 am, and lunch following.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Sons of Norway Foundation or Luck Public School Scholarship Fund.

Last Update: Sep 04, 2025 9:16 am CDT