Obituary

Sharon Joyce Rowe (nee Gumbiner), age 83, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on August 30, 2021. She was born on January 2, 1938, to Dr. and Mrs. Sylvia (Oguss) and Bernard Gumbiner. Sharon is survived by her husband Maynard, daughter Cyndee (John) Conway, son Robert (Jill) Rowe and daughter Stephanie (Svebor) Smolic, as well as nine grandchildren, Britt, Brendan and Cody Conway, Jack, Dylan and Brady Rowe, and Lexi, Max and Bella Smolic, sisters Judy (Howard) Edison, Gail Gumbiner and brother Ken (Chris) Gumbiner and many nieces and nephews. Sharon enjoyed golf, bridge, and the arts. She loved to sculpt, knit, and create beautiful jewelry pieces but was most passionate about her loving family, whom she would gather every Sunday evening for delicious home-cooked meals and fresh baked goods. She was married to her devoted husband, Maynard, for 61 years and 1 day, who was her sole caretaker and took terrific care of her during this difficult time. Sharon and Maynard were not only spouses but best friends and enjoyed traveling together, dancing, and golfing. Their love for each other will live on in all the wonderful memories shared by friends and family. She was so loved by all those who knew her and will be deeply missed every day. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Sharon’s honor to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org Graveside service for immediate family due to the Covid-19 pandemic. For information including a link to view the service or to leave condolences: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, www.shalommemorial.org or (847)255-3520.

Service Information

Service : Tuesday, August 31st at 2:00 pm
Service Location: Graveside Service -Shalom Memorial Park

Interment:
Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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November 9th, 2021

I was so saddened to learn of Sharon’s passing I cannot believe I found out so long
after she died. She was one of the sweetest person’s I ever knew. We were good friends
for many years. We met in high school and always kept in touch. When she and Maynard
left the North Shore we didn’t see each other as frequently. Sharon, you will always be with
me. May God grant you eternal peace.

~Susan Feit
~friend (and bridesmaid)), Glenview,Il

September 5th, 2021

Dear Maynard
So sorry to learn of Sharon’s passing. I hadn’t seen her in a while since Howard passed away but I’ll always remember the good times we had at Green Acres and when we all were involved with Kennedy School. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

~iris wittenberg
~friend, highland Park, IL

September 5th, 2021

Although I didn’t know Sharon well, I can appreciate the relationship between her and her sister Judy. I lost my sister last year, so I can understand the difficulty of this time for her family and friends. Mickey and I send our deepest condolences.
Myra and Mickey Sanderman

~Myra Sanderman
~friend of her sister Judy, Highland Park, IL

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