Rodney H. Rowe, age 71 years, of Caledonia died December 13, 2005 after a long battle with cancer. He was born June 12, 1934 in Rochester, NY to Leon and Virginia Rowe. Mr. Rowe grew up in Avon. After moving to Caledonia, he and his wife, Sally bought and operated the Atlantic Gas Station for five years. Rod served the town of Caledonia for more than 25 years in various roles within the fire department and ambulance corps, working alongside M. Carl Offen to further integrate and bolster the role of women in the departments and especially on the ambulance corps. Rod was best known for his nine years of police work, garnering a reputation for un-compromised fairness and integrity. He was also a Teamster and worked many years as a driver for both St. Johnsbury Trucking and Meyers’ Campers. He served his country’s Army from 1954-1956. Rod spent his last few years retired, traveling the United States, restoring award winning vintage automobiles and caring for his family. He is survived by his wife, Sally; sons Christopher (Michelle Raffa), Casey, Kevin (Calley) and Craig (Karen).