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James J. Rowley Sr.

James J. Rowley, Sr. of Langhorne, PA died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 2, 2023.  He was 81.

James was the beloved husband of 53 years to Gloria Gill Rowley.

Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Thomas and Catherine Price Rowley.

James was a proud graduate of North Catholic High School and the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science as well as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.  James was a lifelong devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan and fancied himself as a gourmet chef in his kitchen but above all he was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather.  James will be greatly missed but eternally loved by everyone who has had the pleasure to have been in his life and loved by him.

In addition to his beloved wife Gloria, James is survived by his loving and devoted children: James J. Rowley, Jr. and his wife Laura of Devon, PA and Andrea Wekluk and her husband Bill of Richboro, PA.  He is also survived by his sister Maureen Guim (Gilbert), his brother Kevin Rowley, and his loving grandchildren: Ethan, Abigail, Liam, Ryan, and Lily.

James’ family will receive friends on Friday, February 10, 2023 from 10:00am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am at the Olde Church of St. Andrew, 135 South Sycamore Street Newtown, PA 18940.  His interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery in Newtown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots, 2501 Ford Road Bristol, PA 19007 or to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10306.  

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Service/Memorial Information
  • Morning Visitation

    Friday, February 10th, 2023
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Olde Church of St. Andrew
    135 S. Sycamore Street
    Newtown, PA 18940

  • Service

    Friday, February 10th, 2023
    11:00 AM

    Olde Church of St. Andrew
    135 S. Sycamore Street
    Newtown, PA 18940

  • Cemetery

    Friday, February 10th, 2023

    All Saints Cemetery
    291 Durham Road
    Newtown, PA 18940

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