Honoring the Memory
of Those
We Love

Please refer to obituaries for information on visitations, funeral services and requests by the family or deceased for honoring their memory.

Rowan Leigh

November 24, 2021 - September 04, 2024

Text:

Obituary For Rowan Leigh

Rowan Arthur Leigh, age 2 years and 9 months, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on September 4, 2024.

He was born on November 24, 2021 in St. Louis, MO to Susan and Ethan Leigh. Rowan was a beautiful little boy who served as a constant reminder of the power of family, love and community. Rowan showed the world incredible strength and was a true fighter, earning the nickname “little lion man”. He was sweet and gentle with everyone he touched, especially his little sister, Etta. Rowan loved his music (“if you’re happy and you know it”), his bongos, toy piano and hedgehog. He loved being on his swing in the front yard, feeling the breeze and listening to the birds. He loved his corner of the couch, where he spent countless hours snuggling, listening to music, napping, reading books and watching reality TV with mom, or golf with dad with Punkie always close. His smile was unique and infectious - there is no one else like Rowan. Rowan faced many challenges in his life, but he and his parents worked relentlessly to make sure he experienced the world. Rowan made many road trips to Texas and Pittsburgh. He visited his aunts, uncles and cousins in Chicago and Austin. Before his passing, he traveled to the Outer Banks where he saw, touched and heard the beach for the first time along with meeting dozens of family members. Along with his incredible family and friends, Rowan had an amazing, loving team of doctors and therapists who worked tirelessly to give him the best quality of life possible. He was a tremendous gift from God and was truly an angel on this earth. Rowan is survived by his parents, Susan and Ethan; his sister Henrietta; his grandparents Judy and David McLean and Catherine and Timothy Leigh; his great-grandparents Nancy Liberatore, Neil and Jere Brewer and Richard Leigh; his aunts and uncles, Jeremy and Anna Leigh, Jennifer and Ryan Morgan, Allison and Robert Lane, Laura and David McLean, Meghan McLean and Natalie Bellini; and his beautiful cousins, Camden, Havey, Christian, Paxton, Carlyn, Calum, Quinn, Palmer, Luke, Finley, Malcolm and Addison. Rowan was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, James Liberatore, Tina Brewer, Barbara Leigh, and James and Carolyn McLean; his great aunt, Susan Liberatore; his great uncle, Steve Spinner; his cousin Mark McGuire; and dear family friend, Kevin Schnurr. Services for Rowan will be held in Pittsburgh, PA. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Thursday, September 12th from 2pm - 7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Saint Louise de Marillac Church, 320 McMurray Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241 on Friday, September 13th at 10:30 am. Rowan's family encourages colorful attire for the celebration of his beautiful life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The June Jessee Foundation, https://junejessee.org/donate/ in Rowan Arthur Leigh's honor.

Photos & Video

Add New Photos & Video

Condolences

  • September 18, 2024

    Shanna Yarbrough

    Rowan was blessed with the best. Always remember the moments & the memories will accompany you always. My most sincere condolences... Shanna Yarbrough

  • September 13, 2024

    Patrick & Barbara Clark

    Ethan and Susan: please accept our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your sweet Rowan. Your cherished memories will be with you forever. Our condolences, the Clark family.

  • September 13, 2024

    Connie

    Susan and Ethan, You were blessesd to have this amazing boy in your life. He will always be a part of your heart and soul. I am so happy I was able to meet him, hold him and help feed him when you were home in Pittsburgh. I will forever cherish his strength and love. My family also send their love to you both. Connie Palmieri

  • September 12, 2024

    Michele Lim

    Natalie and Meghan I am so sorry for the loss of your nephew, Rowan. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please extend my deepest condolences to your entire family. -Michele

  • September 12, 2024

    Sherry Bellini

    We are so sorry for your loss! And are thinking of your family daily. You are in our hearts and prayers The Bellini Family

  • September 08, 2024

    Lori Rasmussen

    Such a life filled with love always, and so many experiences and happy memories. Rowan's infectious smile will be with you always. You honored him with the best possible but far-too-short life. Sending big hugs. Xo, Lori