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Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland

Passed 04/09/2023

Obituary For Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland

ROWLAND, TONIA ELICE, Celebration of Life Service, Saturday, April 15, 2023, 1:00 pm at linkedup Church, 4331 Brownsville Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127. Interment, Rose Hill Cemetery, W. Elm Street, Rockmart, GA 30153. Viewing, Friday, April 14, 2023, 4-6 pm.

Willie A. Watkins Douglasville Chapel, Douglasville, GA 770.489.6751.

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Khadir Paden sent Beautiful Dreams for Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland - April 14, 2023

May Tonia Rest In Peace. May God bless her family and loved ones.

Khadir Paden

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Shant Takadjian sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland - April 12, 2023

My deepest condolences to your family. Tonia was an amazing person and I feel very lucky to have called her a friend and co-worker. She will be dearly missed and always remembered.

Sofia Campbell sent Heavenly & Harmony for Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland - April 12, 2023

We at CSI send our love and prayers to Tonia Rowland's family and friends. She was a wonderful woman and an incredible colleague. She will be missed dearly.

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Anthony Maddox sent Gathered With Love Flower Arrangement for Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland - April 11, 2023

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Barbara Wallace planted 5 trees in memory of Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland . - April 15, 2023

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Carmen Y. Woods planted 5 trees in memory of Ms. Tonia Elice Rowland . - April 12, 2023

Connie, I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful Tonia. You have been in my prayers ever since I heard about this. My prayers are for God to wrap his loving arms around each one of you for comfort and strength through the days ahead of you. God Bless you I Love You. My beautiful friend. Carla Holder Bargeron

May God grant Tonia's entire family, friends, & loved ones supernatural comfort, peace, and strength! Tonia and I met years ago at UGA and we remained friends. I'll certainly miss her! RIP Tonia! Glenda Battle

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Tonia Rowland. May God bless each of you with comfort and peace. She was an "Outstanding" Toastmaster and Leader. I will cherish the memories of working with Tonia in Registration. With Love, Ruby Barnett - Toastmasters International

Tonia was kind and supportive of me as I entered the Toastmasters. My prayers and support are to her family during this time and in the future.

My sincerest condolences on the passing of Ms. Tonia Rowland, DTM. I remember witnessing her servant leadership during the TLI conferences and other Toastmaster events. I recall her encouragement when the new Pathways program rolled out. Her commitment, dedication and willingness to help others will always be remembered. With Sympathy, Natalie Higgins Toastmasters International

Tonia was such a dedicated member of the D44 Toastmasters community. Her ready smile, commitment, and caring spirit will live on. Praying for comfort and peace during your time of loss. Marcia Williams Atlanta Georgia

Sincerest condolences to the many 'life-circles' of Tonya Elise Rowland. Knowing her through Toastmasters was a gift - as it deepens my belief that excellence is easy to exude when it is who you are in every walk of your life. Well done, Distinguished Toastmaster Rowland. -Emily Townsley

I am shocked and saddened to know that this beautiful soul will no longer walk among us. She was an amazing Toastmaster and beloved by all who knew her. She personified the values of Toastmasters - integrity, excellence, respect and service - in her communication and leadership roles. I am sure she will be lifted up and honored by our Blessed Lord who will make good use of her talents in His heavenly home.

My sincere condolences to her family and friends. We will all miss her mightly.

I met Tonia several years ago. We also served together on our Next Steps team at LinkedUp Church, as well as Equipped 4 Success connect group. She was a loving, wise and spirit filled WOG! Her beauty was not just the outward appearance but a lovely soul for God. Tonia will be truly missed on earth but is rejoicing with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! 🙏🏽❤️Linda Brown

I worked with Tonia for the past two years. She was my Manager but she really cared about us as people. In that way she felt like an Aunt. Tonia had a loving spirit and warm soul. She will be missed greatly. I pray that she Rest In Peace and may God's grace be upon her family. Khadir Paden

Cousin Lester Rowland and family, may God provide you peace and comfort during the passing of your daughter Tonia. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God bless and keep you in his arms Lester. Love you, Roy and Everlenia and The entire Morrison Family.

It's not often in life we meet people who make a profound impact in our lives. Tonia was one of those who truly inspired others. She will be greatly missed by many. My heart and prayers go out to her family and friends. Rest in peace Tonia. Diane Letts 💔

She was a great friend to my sister. She was a sweet person.

To the family of Tonia E Rowland may the Lord be with you during this time of bereavement. "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away." Revelation 21:4 ESV. My friend I will never forget you we have been friends since 1st grade and you have supported me in all my endeavors thru out my life even on Saturday April 1st. It was last time we talked but I thank God for the opportunity to spend that time with you. I love you my friend and its not goodbye but see you later. Love you Dawn Borders & The Borders Family

Praying God's peace and comfort over the family Ellis & Nickie Kinnebrew

Tonia was an inspiration to me. Her encouragement was a guiding light. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to the family during this time of loss. To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under the heavens. Tonia's purpose was served. Her season of lighting the world will live on in the lives of those who were privileged to know her. God bless you family.

Tonia was an inspiration to me. Her encouragement was a guiding light. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to the family during this time of loss. To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under the heavens. Tonia's purpose was served. Her season of lighting the world will live on in the lives of those who were privileged to know her. God bless you family.

Tonia was an inspiration to me. Her encouragement was a guiding light. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to the family during this time of loss. To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under the heavens. Tonia's purpose was served. Her season of lighting the world will live on in the lives of those who were privileged to know her. God bless you family.

Tonia was an inspiration to many. Her leadership and support in my development was tremendous. My condolences to the family. To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under the sun. Tonia's purpose was served and her season of lighting the world will continue in all of those who had the privilege of knowing her. God bless you family. Praying for comfort and peace. She will be missed greatly.

Sending prayers to the family during this time. Tonia was such a light in the Toastmasters family. Her caring spirit will always be remembered.

Praying for comfort during your time of loss. Tonia was such a light in the Toastmasters community. Her commitment and caring spirit will live on.

I'm sorry for your loss. Tonia was a very kind hearted person who never met a stranger she didn't like. She had a heart for leadership and it showed through her actions. She will be missed tremendously.

My condolences to the family and loved ones of Tonia Rowland🙏🏾! She inspired so many people throughout her years of life. Although she always presented her speeches with wisdom and inspiration🫢, the last several Toastmasters meetings I attended, are memorable because they were rooted in her spiritual foundation! With all of her recent losses, she was purposeful in reminding us to follow our passion despite the challenges faced because our time on earth are short and precious! Her memory and words of inspiration will live within the hearts of many forever! Rest peacefully Tonia you will be missed!

May all of her services to Toastmasters and beyond speak for a life of service. Our condolences to all of the family during this time. Lee Ice and Family

I'm so grateful for your life and thankful for your support. May God bless you and comfort your family during this time of bereavement. With sympathy, Calvin Slocumb

Dear Family of MS. Tonia Rowland,

My thoughts, prayers, & condolences are with all of you. Ms. Rowland with be greatly missed. Her presence & leadership skills will always be remembered. Jeanie akridge (Woodstock)

Dear Family of Tonia Rowland, My condolences, thoughts, & prayers are with all of you. Tonia will be greatly missed & inevitably remembered for her fantastic leadership in Toastmasters' groups throughout the State of Georgia & beyond. Jeanie Akridge (Woodstock)

My thoughts and prayers are with Tonia's family. She was a wonderful person and a true ambassador for Toastmasters D 44!

My prayers goes out to the family and friendsh

My condolences to Ms. Rowland's family

This beautiful woman served as a inspiration to many young people who were struggling to find their way into the workplace as a active participant for excellence, she was the beacon of light that told the stories of " "anything is possible and anyone can be great"..,

Her example survives is the lives of many successful women who remain committed to working for equality in the world.

The torch is not extinguished, but only flickered for a moment.., ❤️

My heart goes out to Tonia's family and friends and the hundreds of lives she touched as a Toastmaster. God has called His beloved daughter home. Rest In Peace Tonia.

My sincere condolences to the Family of Ms. Tonia Rowland. I have worked so many Toastmasters events with her, that I can't list them all. She was a great person to work with. Her demeanor and temperament was easy going, but effective. I enjoyed every minute working with and knowing her. Heaven is Happy as an Angel has gained her wings!! Rest in Heaven

Lifting up prayers of comfort for Tonia Rowland's family and friends. Blessed to have known her and witness her servant leadership in Toastmasters. She will be dearly missed. Kim Gibson, DTM, PDD Toastmasters International

I will always feel blessed to have known and shared time and laughter with Tonia. She was a consummate professional with a huge heart. Her loyalty to her Toastmasters family was so strong. Her character was one to be admired and modeled. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Vicki Noethling, DTM,PRA PDD

Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tonia Rowland. She had a servant leader spirit and did all she could to help her fellow Toastmasters. She will be greatly missed.

Kari Evans, District Director, Toastmasters International

I am so sorry for your loss of your daughter Tonia 🙏🙏 praying for your family love you all Frances summers Greensboro North Carolina

My condolences to the family of Tonia Rowland praying for peace comfort and love

My prayers of peace and comfort for the family. Hissie Johnson

Our sincere condolences to the family of Tonia Elice Rowland. Tonia brought GREAT JOY to many. May God BE with you during this time of bereavement. Love Pauline and William Carr

My Sincere Condolences and prayers to Tonia's family and friends.

I will miss Tonia's wonderful smile and her unique sense of humor. I will also cherish the memories of our encounters with Toastmasters, of which there were many. Love and Prayers. Lana McFarlane - Toastmasters International

My condolences to the family of Tonia Elice Rowland. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. 💐 Gerri Moreland

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family. Words do not express how sorry we are to hear the news. Tonia will be missed. With Sympathy Cindy Cannon, Toastmasters International

Part 2 - With love, Audrey Myers

Family and friends, I share a prayer of comfort, peace and send hugs Heaven has gained an incredible, caring and loving angel. She will be missed.

Only God can give you the peace, comfort and strength you need during this difficult time and that is my prayer for you. May you rest-in-paradise Tonia. Beverly Dobbs Stevenson-Rome Ga

Sending love and our sincere condolences to the family. Aletha and Robert Louis Tolbert Jr. And family.

Sending love, hugs and words of encouragement and comfort to Constance and all the family at this time of bereavement. Love, Deborah, Malcolm and Ashley McClure, Detroit MI

Family,Words seem inadequate right now to express our condolences to all of you.Tonia was definitely a bright light in everyone's life she touched. She will be missed. She always had a smile and a kind word. Rest in Paradise Precious. We Love You ❤️ Willie & Melba Rachel & Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home, Inc. | GA

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