Richard Benjamin Rowe, 58, of Simpsonville, husband of Susan Armstrong Rowe went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Born in Albany, GA, Mr. Rowe was a son of the late Jacob Benjamin & Margaret Langford Rowe.
In addition to his wife, Susan, he is survived by two daughters, Amanda Katherine King (Carson), and Emily Grace Rowe; two grandsons, Hudson & Walker King; one sister, Jill Harrison (Robin); and one brother, Harry Rowe (Mandy) along with several nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
How do you sum up Richard’s life in a paragraph? It’s seemingly impossible yet it could be said this way: He lived life to it’s fullest, all while trying to point back to Jesus in everything he did. Richard was a faithful follower of Jesus and an active member of Fellowship Greenville. He truly loved working as a financial recruiter, utilizing his extraordinary talents of making connections, talking with people, and placing them in their dream jobs. His greatest joy was being a husband, father, and especially Pops to his two grandsons. Richard was also very active in the Colson Fellows program, having been the Greenville cohort director for the last four years. Richard served as a mentor to many young men who continued to look to him for advice even years later. He was passionate about helping people through hard seasons and crucial decisions. He was always smiling and joking, bringing smiles to those around him. In his free time, Richard loved to watch the Atlanta Braves, travel with his wife, Susan, and play cars with his grandson, Hudson. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
The Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 1:30 pm at Fellowship Greenville, 3161 S Highway 14 Greenville, SC 29615 and will be officiated by Pastors Josh Amos and Charlie Boyd. Interment will be private for the family.
The family will receive friends at the church starting at 12:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Colson Center or Fellowship Greenville.
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Mr.Rowe and Mrs. Susan, hosted us weekly for Bible study in high school. They opened up their home, fed us pizza and cookies and allowed anyone to come and see. I just have an extreme heart of gratitude when I think back to Sunday night Bible studies. I’m so thankful for their faithfulness and for Mr. Richard’s teaching and knowledge he shared with us.
Richard was a student in my 8th grade Georgia History class at Albany Junior High School. He was a delight. He was from a fine family with whom I am personal friends as well. Love to all his family.
I’m so sorry Susan. Richard was such a Christian mentor to me and so many Colson Fellows. Prayers continue for you and your family. May the Lord continue to you peace and comfort each day.
Richard was a great guy. I first met him Sept. 1988. I was a lost homesick Freshman. He was nice to me and he was funny. He did a great job as our BSU President my freshman year. He graduated 3 years before me so I didn’t get to know him like others. But I can say this he always portrayed Jesus with his actions. A big loss for everyone that he touched and who he continued to touch.
This is beyond terrible . Richard was a warm hug the minute he walked into the room. He was so kind and funny with a sweetness that will the world a little less light.
Richard was my younger cousin. We always had fun at the family reunions. Our prayers for comfort and peace to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. Richard was a great guy. Prayers for you and your family.
So sorry to hear of this news. I got to know Richard through the Pinnacle Society and he was one of the most kind, ethical, smart and caring people in our business. Prayers to his family
Richard was always such a light for the Lord. It was always a joy to get to speak to him. I’m thankful I was able to know him. Praying for ya’ll through this difficult time.
I’m so sorry to hear of Richards’s passing, my deepest condolences. He was one of the “good guys” in our business. I’m proud to count him as a colleague in the Pinnacle Society. He’ll be missed. Safe journey, Richard.
So very sorry for your loss! Mr.Rowe was always very kind and Christ like . Our condolences to Susan, Emily and Amanda. The Dominguez Family, Henry ,Mary,Andy & Angelique Hallman.
Oh my goodness! I am so sorry to hear this! We were professional friends for decades! It’s been several years since we last talked. He was a force to be reckoned with in the recruiting world. Hopefully he can recruit for Jesus now. Hugs for the entire family. He will be missed in so many parts of Greenville.
Susan, I’m so sorry to hear this. Richard was always a great friend and willing to listen and advise.
He will truly be missed.