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Joseph Stephen
Joseph Stephen
Lowry
-Memorial Service, Friday, November 1, 2019 at First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee, 1342 N. Astor St., Milwaukee, WI at 4PM.
In Memoriam
Joseph Stephen Lowry
November 3, 1939 – October 26, 2019
Steve Lowry passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on Saturday, October 26. He was 79 years old.
Steve is survived by his wife of 47 years, Jeanne Lowry (nee Peppey). Devoted father to Jeremy Lowry, Josie Lowry, and Liam (Melissa) Lowry. Joyful grandfather to Jacob Lowry and Adeline Lowry. Loving brother in-law and uncle to many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Mosely “Larry” and Sylvia Lowry, his brother Dr. Pat (Cindy) Lowry, his parents-in-law James and Patricia Peppey, his brother-in-law William Peppey and many beloved pets.
Steve dedicated his life to his family. Active in the community, Steve started the Winterstar program at the Salvation Army, founded the Gathering Water Sanga at First Unitarian Church in Milwaukee, volunteered at The Guest House of Milwaukee, and participated in numerous other charity and religious organizations. Steve was a poet, a dog lover, and an avid gardener who loved nature, believing all life on earth is interconnected.
A Memorial Service will be held at First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee, 1342 N. Astor St., this Friday, November 1 at 4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be donated to:
The Guest House of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Mindfulness Practice Center
First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee
Condolence to Jeanne & family.
Jeanne,
I am so sorry about your loss. Tom Harding sends his regards. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve was a gentle, accepting man. Many will miss him.
My condolences to all who loved him, especially Jeanne & his family.
Marcia Williams
Jeanne,
I am so deeply saddened about Steve’s passing. Every time I spoke to him or saw him he was always so very kind and patient. I will always remember his words of wisdom and quiet spirit. My thoughts are with you today and my heart is heavy with saddens for you and the kids. I send my love.
Dear Jeanne and family I always loved seeing Steve. His gentleness, kindness, love of all he encountered, his sweet smile that showed how much he cared. I hope his memory will be a blessing and that they will sustain you. I’m sorry I couldn’t come to his memorial. I would have liked to be there. Love to you!