James Joseph Rowan, III

James Joseph Rowan III, 78, of Pottstown, PA, and formerly of Springfield, PA, passed from this life into his eternal home with His Savior the Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.

Known by close family as Jimmy, but more commonly Jim, was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 15, 1944, to James Joseph Rowan Jr. and Rosemary Haggerty, both of whom preceded him in death, as did his brother Jack Rowan.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 36 years, Jane Offringa Rowan, their children, Rachel Adele Johnson (Rowan) of Newtown Square, PA, Robin Rosemary Rowan of Pottstown, PA, and Jillian Alaine Hulbert (Rowan) of Indiana, PA. He leaves behind five grandchildren, Kaleb Rowan, Lydia, Micah & James Johnson, and Boone Hulbert, as well as two precious souls who have not yet been born. His brother Robert Rowan, of West Grove, PA also survives him, as well as seven nieces and nephews.

He graduated from Springfield High School before going on to obtain his Bachelor of Science degree from Pennsylvania Military College, now called Widener University, and his Master's in civil engineering from Villanova University. While at PMC, Jim played for the college baseball team.

Jim was a long-time bridge engineer and loved his work. He had an abundance of knowledge about how bridges were constructed and could, and often would, go into great detail on the structural integrity and proper maintenance of various bridges as well as the ingenuity behind the complicated builds. He spent his entire career with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), rising to the District 6 Bridge Engineer until his retirement after 32 years.

He was a long-time member of The Blue Church in Springfield, PA, but recently had been attending Hope Community Church in Gilbertsville, PA.  In recent years he gave of his time and knowledge to senior leadership in the Hope Community Church's Missions Committee, serving with others to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all people.

Jim was a lifelong baseball fan and played on many teams throughout his life. He played with the Oregon DELCO League team up until the age of 40, before migrating to the role of manager. He also coached and helped manage various high school baseball teams at Delaware County Christian School where his daughters attended, and Westmont Christian Academy where his grandson attended, and was taken back by the talent (or lack thereof) of his son-in-law's church softball team. His favorite professional team was always the Phillies, and he was heartbroken in October when they lost to the Astros in game 6 of the World Series. Jim and Jane were season ticket holders and regularly attended games for the Reading Fightin' Phils (one of the farm teams for the Phillies).

Jim and Jane spent the summer months at their home in Wareham, MA. Jim loved attending Church of The Pines, and was a big fan of the Wareham Gatemen baseball team.

Jim was a devoted, loving and faithful husband, father and grandfather; one of the kindest and most patient men. Although his family will miss him dearly, they are confident that because of his unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus, he rests secure with Him now and into eternity.

Funeral services will take place in Pennsylvania, and details will be announced shortly. A private burial will take place in Agawam Cemetery, Wareham, MA. Condolences may be offered online by visiting www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell-Ennis-Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Phoenixville, PA.  Please see link at bottom of page.  His Memorial Service will be held on Saturday December 17, 2022 at 10am please click on funeral home link at the  bottom of page.

In Lieu of flowers, Please see links below. the family requests that contributions in Jim's name be made to one or all of the following churches to advance the knowledge and understanding of the great gift God has given to the world, His Son Jesus, and the Holy Scriptures, where, along with the created world, He has revealed Himself.

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