Brandi Lynne (Callaway) Rowan
March 3, 2026
Resided in: Sedgwick, Kansas
Brandi Lynne (Callaway) Rowan, 51, of Sedgwick, Kansas, was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on March 3, 2026. She was peacefully called home, now fully healed for eternity because of her faith in Jesus Christ.
Brandi is the wife to Tim Rowan, who never left her side, supporting her tirelessly, during her courageous fight. Tim and Brandi are the parents to Emma Rowan, their beloved daughter. Emma was the joy and light of Brandi’s life. Together they shared her love of music, literature, creativity, and animals.
Brandi is the eldest daughter to Dr. Paul and Anita Callaway, of Udall, Kansas. She is survived by her sisters, Abbe (Callaway) Doll (m. Adam Doll) of Salisbury, NC, and Molly (Callaway) Lee (m. Austin Lee) of Derby, KS.
She is also survived by her in-laws, Chuck and Susan Rowan, of Newton, KS and her sister-in-law, Michelle Rowan, of Wichita, KS. Brandi was the beloved aunt to Dakota, Creyton and Maggie Doll, and Callaway and Eden Lee. Brandi cherished her family, including her many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Brandi, born in Marlow, OK, left an incredible impact on the Oklahoman community, including her graduating class of 1992, where her love of dance began. A gifted dancer, she graced stages throughout high school and college, yet her favorite dances were ones she shared with her daughter and sisters.
Brandi spent much of her professional career in the education system due to her great love for children, teaching, and reading. Most recently an invaluable para in the Sedgwick School District. She also served the children of Santa Fe, in Newton, Ks, and Life Prep Academy in Wichita, KS. No matter the age, nationality, or skill set of the student, Brandi was known for her unconditional love and acceptance. Her favorite pastime and hobby was supporting her daughter at state fairs, school events, or curled up with a good book.
Friends and Family alike attribute Brandi for her love of all living creatures great and small. Known for her compassion to animals abandoned on the road, to volunteering at local shelters with Emma, Brandi was a true animal lover her entire life. For many months of the year, you could find Tim, Brandi and Emma contributing to local State Fairs, with their beloved animals and creations.
Creativity flowed from all Brandi did. From school bulletin boards, to handmade crafts for her students, friends and family, countless people benefitted from Brandi’s generous spirit. She saw the world through her Creator’s eyes, full of compassion, empathy, and beauty. She impacted all she met, by making them feel as the most important person in the room.
Because of these passions, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Brandi Rowan’s name to: Caring Hands Humane Society, 1400 Southeast 3rd Street, Newton KS 67114.
Brandi was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles and Tresa Dobey, Harry and Cherie Callaway; her cousin Claire Templeton; Uncle Michael Dobey; Aunts Karen Blay and Rene Tyler.
Celebration of Life Service will be held at First Christian Church of Sedgwick, KS on Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., 514 N. Franklin, Sedgwick, KS, 67135.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
Services
Celebration of Life: Saturday, March 14, 2026 10:30 am
First Christian Church of Sedgwick
514 N. Franklin
Sedgwick, KS 67135
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She had a gift.
When a student of mine was struggling, she would gently “borrow” them to help in the library. Almost immediately, something would shift. The same child who felt overwhelmed would become calm, helpful, and proud of their work. They loved being around her. She had a way of seeing the good in them before they could see it in themselves. She lived out Galatians 6:2 — “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
She was a wonderful Christian woman. Our bond was strengthened by a shared faith — especially through hardship. We didn’t just talk about trusting God; we lived it. We leaned on Him in the valleys and praised Him on the mountaintops. Psalm 34:19 reminds us, “The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”
My husband Scott was diagnosed around the same time she was and they had overlapping chemo sessions. Every time I saw her, she was giving smiles, and hugs. Scott survived 3 1/2 years of the cancer journey. At Scott’s funeral, her hug said everything words could not. In that embrace was grief, love, faith, and understanding. We didn’t need to explain anything — we both knew God was carrying us. As Psalm 23:4 says, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me.”
My heart and prayers are with her family, her daughter, and her husband. The road through the valley is long, but the Lord walks beside us. And because of our shared faith, I hold tightly to the promise of Revelation 21:4 — “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain.”
This is not the end of her story. It is the beginning of eternity in the presence of the One she faithfully served.