Steven Everett Rowland, 49, of North Little Rock, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2020 at his home.  He was born on August 18, 1971 to Everett DeLon and Barbara (Bailey) Rowland in Little Rock.

He is preceded in death by his father, and his brother, Randall DeLon Rowland.  He is survived by his loving mother; two nieces, Ashley Rowland of Mt. Home, Idaho and Taylor Tull (Michelle) of Bryant; step-sister, Christa Rowland of Manhattan, New York; aunt, Debbie Lawrenz of Bauxite; and many cousins who loved him dearly.  

Steve was a sweet, kind-hearted soul, who was always willing to lend a helping hand to those who needed it.  He was an animal lover and will be missed by his four rescue dogs: Amigo, Sunny, Sammie and Summer.

Graveside service will be held Monday, December 7, 2020, 1:00 p.m. at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander officiated by Rev. John Bailey.  Visitation will be held Sunday, December 6, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home.

State of AR COVID-19 directives: Face coverings required.  Maintain social distancing.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Col Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR 72210.

Arrangements by Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St, North Little Rock, AR 72114, 501-758-1170.