Stephen Paul Rowsey, 77, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024, at his home.
He was born December 17, 1946, in Shelbyville, the son of Robert R. and Iva Flora (Baker) Rowsey. On February 25, 1978, he married his wife of nearly 46 years, Sharon Huntsman, and she survives.
They were blessed with a daughter, Ashley Rowsey of Indianapolis.
In addition to Sharon and Ashley, Stephen is survived by his brothers-in-law, Dennis Creed of Arizona, Gary Huntsman and wife, Mary, of Waldron, Larry Huntsman and wife, Joy, of Greensburg, Jerry Huntsman and wife, Janice, of Flat Rock, and Perry Huntsman of Waldron; mother-in-law, Ruth Huntsman of Waldron; 13 nieces and nephews, and their spouses; 26 great-nieces and great-nephews; and one great-great-niece.
Stephen was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Sally Sue Banschbach and Anita Creed; and brothers-in-law, Charles Banschbach and Barry Huntsman. He was also preceded in death by his dog, Sam.
In 1965, he graduated from Shelbyville High School, and attended Miami University of Florida.
Stephen began his career as a commercial artist at Foto-Krafters, Inc., the family-owned business. He took over the operation of the business, when his father retired. After Foto-Krafters closed he worked at Firehouse Imaging, from 2002 until retiring in 2011.
He was a member of the Shelbyville Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks. Stephen enjoyed playing softball and cards, going golfing, hunting and fishing. He was an avid Purdue fan, and also enjoyed watching sports and auto racing on television.
Visitation will be from 10 am to Noon, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.
Funeral services will follow at Noon, Saturday, at the funeral home.
Interment will follow at Flat Rock Cemetery in Shelby County.
Memorial contributions may be made to SCUFFY, 126 N. Harrison St., Shelbyville, Indiana 46176.
Online condolences may be shared with Stephen’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com
