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In Memory Of

Brandon Scott Rowland, age 37, of Deer Lodge, Montana, formerly of Pennsylvania

March 1, 1983 – November 12, 2020

Brandon Scott Rowland, age 37, of Deer Lodge, Montana, passed away on November 12, 2020, of complications from sepsis.
He was born to Ruby Farabaugh and Barry Rowland on March 1, 1983, in Lynchburg, Virginia. His hometown was Garrett, Pennsylvania, and he graduated from Meyersdale Area High School, in Meyersdale, Pennsyvlania.
He loved playing video games, engaging in outdoor activities, riding four-wheelers, and collecting crystals and gemstones.
He is survived by his mother, Ruby Farabaugh and significant other, Ryan Maloney, of Deer Lodge, Montana; his father Barry Rowland of Altavista, Virginia; his step-dad, Thomas Farabaugh, of Deer Lodge, Montana; his brother and sister, Barry Rowland, Jr. and his wife, Angie, of Salisbury, Pennsylvania, and Amanda Rowland, of Cresson, Pennsylvania; his grandmother, Yvonne Rowland; his nephew, Andin; niece, Paisley; nieces, Natalie, Italia, and Evelyn; and numerous aunts and uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Ruby Williams; his grandfather, Robert Dudley Williams; and his grandfather, Alvis Rowland.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to American Heart Association.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or share a memory of Brandon. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Brandon and his family.

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  1. Krystal and Amber Mishler says

    November 14, 2020 at 10:37 pm

    Brandon words can not express the sadness that we all are feeling right now. You truly were a great guy who was always there to help someone when they need it. You touched so many lives. Ruby we are all praying for you and your family. You raised an amazing man. Know that his memory will continue on through you and all of us who love him.

  2. Lisa Pesanti says

    November 15, 2020 at 11:01 am

    Ruby and family, so.so sorry for this loss of your beautiful son! May warm memories support you through these times.

  3. Tanya Wilt says

    November 15, 2020 at 11:26 am

    Brandon was a kind caring soul and we be missed by so many. Rip. Until we meet again fly high.

  4. Steve Kremer says

    November 15, 2020 at 12:10 pm

    So sorry to hear Ruby. My prayers to you and your family.

  5. Erma Reynolds says

    November 15, 2020 at 12:42 pm

    I am so sorry Barry for your loss keeping you and And your family in prayers

  6. JoAnn Rice says

    November 15, 2020 at 12:43 pm

    Sympathy and Prayers For All Family

  7. Danele &Roger Lambert says

    November 15, 2020 at 2:58 pm

    So sorry to hear about your loss, prayers for you and your family❤️

  8. Victoria Flynn says

    November 15, 2020 at 3:11 pm

    Brandon u had such a genuine heart and soul , no matter ur situation u made sure to always be there for others even if that meant giving ur last . U will always have a place in my heart .
    May u Rest In Peace .! ❤️

  9. Lesia Grubbs says

    November 15, 2020 at 5:27 pm

    Ruby I’m so so sorry for your loss many prayers for you and your family God bless you with strength to help you through this

  10. James Kamalsky Jr says

    November 16, 2020 at 2:11 am

    Brandon always knew how to light up a room, make someone smile when the world was closing in on them and he always had a huge caring heart! We miss you man and hold on, one day we will meet again!

  11. Shelley Snow says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:10 am

    Brandon was a very sweet, cheerful young man. Too young, too soon. May your family find peace and comfort in each other.

  12. Debbie says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:34 pm

    Brandon I can’t believe your gone, I can’t question why u were taken away from us way too soon, only to see god has better plans for u up there. While u were here we got the pleasure of having so many great memories of u, U WERE the type of person, that u would give ur last too, you were so loving and supportive to others and their needs, you always thought of ur friends as family, YOU WERE full of surprises, and not one hateful bone in ur body…. YOUR GONNA BE MISSED BY SO MANY, you were truly loved, your in no more pain nor suffering anymore, we love you so much Brandon, your memories will
    Forever live on by many, and we know ur not up there alone, Blake, amber, Daniel, Travis, Nathan and more, are all up there… I’m truly sorry ruby and the family, thank u for having such a great son with a beautiful soul….. he will be missed n loved by so so many, forever in our hearts 💕. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BRANDON… LOVE YOU SO MUCH….FLY HIGH 😢🌟

  13. Debbie says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    Brandon I can’t believe your gone, I can’t question why u were taken away from us way too soon, only to see god has better plans for u up there. While u were here we got the pleasure of having so many great memories of u, U WERE the type of person, that u would give ur last too, you were so loving and supportive to others and their needs, you always thought of ur friends as family, YOU WERE full of surprises, and not one hateful bone in ur body…. YOUR GONNA BE MISSED BY SO MANY, you were truly loved, your in no more pain nor suffering anymore, we love you so much Brandon, your memories will
    Forever live on by many, and we know ur not up there alone, Blake, amber, Daniel, Travis, Nathan and more, are all up there… I’m truly sorry ruby and the family, thank u for having such a great son with a beautiful soul….. he will be missed n loved by so so many, forever in our hearts 💕. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BRANDON… LOVE YOU SO MUCH….FLY HIGH 😢🌟,may god give u the strength on this long healing journey, I’m truly so so
    Sorry, he was an amazing friend/ brother…..

  14. Angela salsgiver says

    November 25, 2020 at 11:48 am

    So sorry for ur loss to family’s nd friends nd the ones that love him dearly Brandon had good heart nd Brandon was great nd amazing he will b missed but he will never b forgotten I know he looking down smiling down on the ones he loves b cause he got good heart ❤ R.I.P. Brandon I will never forget u ur amazing person. Nd ur smiles everyone going missed u but we all know u will put smiles on ur face always looking down b cause that who you are we love u Brandon so sorry for ur loss to that know this amazing guy ❤ 🙂

  15. Stephen Smerbeck says

    November 25, 2020 at 5:08 pm

    I am so saddened to hear of Brandon’s passing. What a wonderful person Brandon was – in the classroom and on the football field – as a young man and as an adult. My life is richer for having taught and coached him. My deepest sympathy to Brandon’s family, wonderful and dear people. I will keep you all in my prayers.

  16. the harvey family says

    November 29, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    great friend,always made us smile and laugh. you will be missed. rip our friend

  17. Matt says

    August 15, 2023 at 6:48 pm

    Spent my freshman and sophomore year practicing with Rowland. We kept each other in shape. BJ always knew how to turn a situation around and make a heavy room much lighter. I still think of our high school team. Three members of that room have passed now.

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