William (Billy) Rowan

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Florence and his brother Douglas. Dearly loved and adored father to Serena, Pamela, and Nicola. Cherished grandfather to Naomi, Miriam, and Andrew. Deeply regretted by his loving family, sons-in-law Robert Senior, Dan Cussen, and Padraig Doyle; brothers Richie, Harry, Mervyn and Ken; sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends, and all his many friends and customers at Reliable House Furnishers in Portlaoise.

Reposing at his family home, “Avondale”, Clonreher (R32 AP6W), on Saturday from 3 pm until 7 pm. Removal on Sunday to arrive at St Peter’s Church of Ireland, Market Square, Portlaoise, for a 2 pm service, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. House strictly private on Sunday morning.