Ronald Lowry
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. — Ronald Henry Lowry, 86, of Virginia Beach, Va., native of Pembroke, N.C., left us to join his heavenly family on Oct. 5, 2013.
A celebration of his life will be noon Thursday at Community United Methodist Church, 1072 Old Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach. Burial will be private at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sonya Downs Lowry; his daughters, Cynthia West, Janice Lantrip and Michelle Lee; his grandchildren Bryce and Kyndall Wardlaw, Christopher Mandigo, Nathan, Katie and Alex Lantrip; his siblings, C.B. Lowry, Dr. Murrill Lowry and Barbara Conner.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Marvin, Curliss and Tolbert.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions to the Fellowship class of CUMC, 1072 Old Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, Va., 23464.
Friends may offer condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.
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Jo Ann Lowery Scarborough
October 11, 2013
Mr. Lowry was a wonderful person. He taught me in the 8th., Grade at Pembroke Hi School. He and his family were all known as good,kind caring and well educated citizens. He gave back. His family should be proud to have been a part of his life. My sincere sympathy is extened to his family.
Jo Ann Scarborough
Kristin Sandoval
October 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Lowry family. Mr Lowry was such a sweet man and had very high morals. Admirable to say the least and a wonderful neighbor. He will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers for Mrs. Lowry and Family.
Marilyn Crane
October 10, 2013
We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. You and your family are in our every prayer and thought.
October 9, 2013
I am Ronald's first cousin. I grew up with Ronald and his siblings in Robeson County NC, He was our family historian and has left his relatives with rich family history. He was also my 9th grade math teacher and continues to be beloved by all of the many students he taught. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be missed so very much.
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Ernie Sutton
October 9, 2013
I'm from Pembroke, retired USN live in POV. Met Mr Lowry once. I received his Carolina Indian Voice. Nice Man, very sorry.
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