Linda Kathleen Rowe

Linda Spafford Rowe was truly blessed with 77 years in this world. She was born on October 15, 1948 and departed on September 6, 2026. Linda was preceded by her parents: C.Elmer Spafford and Dollie Smith Spafford, brother: Henry and sister: Dorlene and husband of 49 years, Larry Rowe. She leaves behind her children: Geoffery Rowe (Colleen), Kourtney Presswood (Justin), and Jacob Rowe. She loved being a mom and a nana to five darling grandchildren. Carter Presswood, Brayden Presswood, Keegan Rowe, Owen Rowe, and Emery Rowe. She also leaves behind her Australian exchange "sister" Susan Barrett Ogilvie, who has been part of the family since 1965. Linda met her husband, Larry on a flight to Europe in 1973. They had their first date in Amsterdam and shared a lifetime of travelling on adventures around the world. Linda was a teacher for over 35 years and taught every grade level from 3rd grade to college. Her 'moonlight' job was teaching Speech at Lemoore College. Her love for teaching impacted so many during her lifetime. Rowe also enjoyed hosting five exchange students. All were "adopted" as her own. Linda enjoyed sewing. She spent hours working on her sewing machine and creating projects over the years. She entered many in the local fair and won blue ribbons for her work. Collecting shells was a hobby that she enjoyed while traveling. She has an amazing shell collection that she was very proud of. Upon retirement, Linda battled multiple back surgeries and Parkinson's for years. Thank you to Debbie Henson for many devoted years of caregiving. She assisted mom in her health battles for years. Also, thanks to all the many others (Rylan, Mabel, Shann, and Ana) for supporting the family. Linda was thankful for these amazing ladies that God placed in her life. Linda was a devoted Christian and a member at Hanford Church of Christ. She lived each day as a true follower of Christ. She leaves behind many wonderful memories of an amazing mother, nana, teacher, and friend. Memorial services will be held 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Saturday, September 26th, 2026 at Hanford Church of Christ, 1596 W Grangeville Blvd, Hanford. Graveside services will be held 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Saturday, September 26th, 2026 at Sunflower Fields Cemetery, 9660 18th Avenue, Lemoore. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Linda Kathleen Rowe

October 15, 1948 - September 6, 2026