Charles Bowie Rose, Jr.'s Obituary
Charles Bowie Rose Jr. of Annapolis MD passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2026. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Lynn, two daughters, Margaret Cox (Lloyd) and Elizabeth Kramer (John), 4 Grandchildren: Matthew, Bo, Peyton, and William, as well as two younger sisters, Alexandra Rose and Candace Drake.
"Bowie", as he was known, was born and raised in Baltimore MD, and moved to Annapolis in 1968. There, he built a career as a Licensed Real Estate Broker and was active in Residential and Commercial sales for over 50 years. He was the President of Glenco Realty & Investment Company, Inc. He was a member and Realtor Emeritus of the National Association of Realtors, the Maryland Association of Realtors, and the Anne Arundel County Association of Realtors, serving on the Board of Directors and numerous other committees.
Despite facing significant vision challenges throughout his life, Bowie achieved success in business with quiet determination. He never complained or allowed his eyesight to be an excuse—he simply got on with it. Those who knew Bowie remember him as deeply loyal, and a gentleman who never sought the spotlight. A man of few words, he chose them carefully, and could be relied upon to offer honest, level-headed, and practical advice.
Bowie was an avid boater and loved spending time on the Chesapeake Bay. He served as a volunteer member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, providing urgent support to disabled vessels on the Bay. He was a Life Member at the Annapolis Yacht Club. He was also a member of the Miles River Yacht Club, where he served the Race Committee as a Mark Boat (and, the unofficial photographer for club events). Aside from boating, photography was a lifelong hobby and Bowie was known for his love of music, specifically the Big Band and Show Tune genres. Bowie also relished the company of the family's pet cats over many decades.
Funeral services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial donation be made in Bowie's name to the Foundation Fighting Blindness: Donations can be made online or through the mail by check.
Online “Donate” button
Important: There is a box “Dedicate My Donation” where donors can indicate the gift is in memory of C. Bowie Rose. If this information is not included gift processing is unable to identify the gift as a memorial gift. As you proceed through the giving fields online, there is and additional field to add your mother’s name to receive notifications.
By check: Donors should either indicate the gift is “In Memory of C. Bowie Rose” on the memo section of the check or include a note with the check. Gift processing will identify the gift through the check note or attached documentation.
Checks should be mailed to:
Foundation Fighting Blindness
PO Box 45740
Baltimore, MD 21297-5740
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