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Glenn Lowell Obituary
He was born in Middlebury on August 27, 1979, the son of Edmond "Pete" and Gloria (Hurd) Lowell Jr.
Mr. Lowell graduated from the Fair Haven Union High School in 1998, and in August enlisted in the U.S. Army. He attended Basic Training at Fort Knox, KY. He was further assigned to 2/69 Armor in Fort Benning, GA, in 2001. He later moved to Camp Garry Owen, South Korea, where he spent 12 months assigned to 4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry before he transferred to Baumholder, Germany, and was assigned to 1-6 Infantry. In 2003 he attended Special Forces Assessment and Selection at Camp McCall, N.C. Upon completion he was assigned to the Special Forces Warfare Training Group at Fort Bragg, N.C., to attend the Special Forces Qualification Course. After completion in 2005, he was assigned to 2nd Battalion 7th Special Forces Group. Mr. Lowell served two tours in Afghanistan and one tour in Iraq.
SFC Lowell's awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Commendation Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Achievement Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal with three knots, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Ribbon, NATO Medal, Combat Infantrymen's Badge, Special Skills badges include Special Forces Tab Parachutist Badge, and Rams Device. He also has multiple sets of Foreign jump wings from Guatemala, Honduras, Peru, Paraguay, El Salvador, Colombia, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Mexico, Uruguay, and the Parachutist Badge.
He loved Mountain Climbing and enjoyed fishing, hunting, archery, baseball, soccer, snowmobiling and marksmanship. Glenn liked to make it "rain."
Survivors include his parents of Benson; a sister Althea Lowell of West Tisbury, MA; a brother Brock Lowell of Clarksville, TN; maternal grandmother Shirley Hurd of Benson; paternal grandmother Phyllis Bishop of Rutland; paternal grandfather Edmond Lowell Sr. and his wife Judith of Benson; nieces Sarah Gruner, Ashley Lowell, Emily Lowell and Leigha D'Antio; nephews Jason Gruner, Taylor Lowell, Hunter Lowell, Lucas D'Antio and Lazlo D'Antio; aunts Jean Zimmerman and Gail Ryan; uncles Clifford Hurd, David Hurd, Allen Hurd, Perry Lowell and Robert Lowell; and his fiancée Ashley Simone.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather Ralph S. Hurd on November 13, 2010.
Friends may call on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Durfee Funeral Home, 119 North Main Street, Fair Haven, VT.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18, at the United Church of Benson. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Benson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 www.woundedwarriorproject.org, or to the Dodge House, Veterans Assistance Office, Inc., P. O. Box 12, Rutland, VT 05701.
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Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Lowell
Ashley Scimone
November 27, 2012
Love of my life
You will forever be in my heart. I love you with every inch of my body and miss you dearly everyday. I can't wait to see you again.
Your future wifefy forever
November 22, 2012
Dear Pete, Gloria, Brock, Althea, and Ashley,
Our Hearts ache for you all with the sad news of Glen's passing. We felt blessed to have known Glen. He was a bright and talented guy with an awesome personality and a funny sincere man. Jo remembers the time when he got her to eat the hot peppers and then wanted her to drink water, she laughs at that memory. It was an honor to attend his service. Glen we thank you for your service, honor and integrity. The skies now have the brightest star shining over us. God Bless You Glen! Love, Jo Lonesky and Chad Lonesky Hannigan
D. L
November 22, 2012
May your family gain the strength to carry on knowing you were a hero to this country. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
Tony C
November 21, 2012
R.I.P You will always be a hero.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
November 21, 2012
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SFC Glenn Lowell our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Glenn. And to Glenn it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for his service in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedoms and for the selfless sacrifices he made for his country while serving with the U.S. Army. No greater love and patriotism is shown than a man dedicate his life in service to his country. Glenn, you are a brave Army Warrior and a true Patriot. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Glenn's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Megan (Dunleavy) Chapman
November 20, 2012
Thank you Glenn for your service to this country. May god speed your soul and give your family and fiance the strength and love they need to carry your legacy on. I'll always remember your humor from the 4 years of High School at Fair Haven. Heaven received an angel on Nov. 10th.
Joel
November 20, 2012
Also to Glens family. Best wishes. Glen was a loved freind and had a big heart. You must have done so well with raising him. He was a very humble soldier which is rare around here and was always looking out for his friends. He was always a funny full of life person and I look forward to seeing him again. I'm sorry for his family sadness of having such a loss. Ill miss getting into trouble with you. Wish there was more men like Glen I could call my freind but there still are very few like him. See you again Glen and to the family sorry for your loss.
Amy and Freddie
November 19, 2012
Glenn we miss and love you so so much!!!
November 19, 2012
Deborah,Kara, Eric and Shanna Baker.
Deborah Baker
November 19, 2012
R.I.P. Glenn, you were a hero in life itself,Thank-You for the service you gave for our country.You will be missed but never forgotten. God Bless the Lowell Family
An Admirer
November 19, 2012
A true angel, you walked on earth and protected us with your service- we thank you. Now an angel in heaven, you continue to protect and serve the highest calling!
May your family be comforted in these difficult days in knowing you touched so many lives in your time here on earth!
Lynda and Bob Bryson
November 18, 2012
We fondly remember Glenn as a wonderful boy and a great friend to Emaly. He grew into a fine man and a great patriot. This is such a tragic loss. Our hearts go out to his family.
Alice T
November 18, 2012
Dear Althea & family, You are in my thoughts & prayers. How tragically sad to lose your brother. My heart goes out to you.
Priscilla Schaffer
November 18, 2012
Glenn was an amazing man. An outstanding Soldier. A great friend. My prayers are with him, his family, friends and his fiancé. May God be with you all during this time.
Anthony Collins
November 18, 2012
Sir, I did not know you but I have met at least 50 people or more at the ft walton beach airport that knew you and every single one of them is hurting because they've lost their brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your military brothers at such a tragic time. You are a true hero and will be missed.
Gary & Joanne Gates
November 18, 2012
Gloria, Pete, Brock, Althea, & Ashley Please know that our hearts go out to you at this time. May your memories help to ease your pain.
November 17, 2012
I never knew you but our paths crossed at the accident in Destin where I live. I have'nt been the same since then, as my heart breaks for you,your dear parents, friends and fianc'e. Heaven received a great soul last Saturday. I look forward towards meeting you one day when my time comes. Until we meet again...Debbie Anderson
Janice & Ted Gilstrap
November 17, 2012
May God give each of the family members and his fiancee peace that passes all understanding. We are so sorry for your loss. Thank you Glenn for your service. Now you have been called to the highest service of all, one of God's angels.
Pam Anderson-Bain
November 17, 2012
Those we love never go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unheard,unseen but always near. Still loved, still missed.
Karen and Jeff Bowen
November 17, 2012
RIP GLENN LOWELL
Trudy (Loso) Perry
November 17, 2012
Gloria,Pete and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 17, 2012
Thank you for your honorable service. May God bless you and your family forever.
Glenn, I forgot to post a picture of Emma at yours and her party. You never had the opertuinty to meet her, but trust me she's easy to love.
Christopher Anderson
November 17, 2012
Geri Patton
November 17, 2012
Gloria, Pete & family....My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences...May God keep His arms around you all...Our nation has truly lost a Hero..... XXX Geri Patton
Lori Hesch
November 17, 2012
Wow, what an impressive short life..just beautiful..so sorry for the loss of this special man..
Christopher Anderson
November 17, 2012
Glenn,
I love you brother; it's still extremely difficult for me to come to terms with the fact that you have moved on without us, but I have faith that you are now watching over us from the Heavens. Emma had her first birthday last Monday the 12th of November 2012, and as we celebrated her first birthday we celebrated your extraordinary life. As she made her first birthday wish, I also made a wish. They say if you tell your wish it will not come true, but I have confidence this one will. Brother, I wished for your family, loved ones, friends, and your brothers in arms to have the strength needed this weekend to say their final goodbyes as you are laid to rest in Benson. I wished that everyone remembers your achievements, your goodwill, your outstanding personality and scene of humor, the fact that you moved past the dark days and into the bright, you found the love of your life and you were never afraid to express it, you lived life to the fullest, and you loved your mother. It says a lot about a man's character when he still loves his mother just as much at 33yo as he did when he was 3yo. Glenn, I pray you're in good hands now and that you continue to watch over and protect us as you did when you were still with us. “Death ends a life, not a relationship”. I'll see you again one day brother; you'll be forever missed!
God Bless, The Anderson Family
cathy charron oliver
November 16, 2012
Dear Pete and Gloria and family, Im sorry for your lost. Glenn was a great guy . Cathy charron oliver.
Joan (Ladd) & George Patnode
November 16, 2012
Pete, Gloria and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. There is nothing that will take the pain away at this time. Our hope is that you gather strength through knowing so many care. Hold on to the memories. Our hearts go out to you.
Ashley Lamb
November 16, 2012
My deepest condolences go out to the Lowell family. Words are inadequate to express the sadness that everyone is feeling. Glenn was one of the good guys; and it is a tragedy that he had to leave us at such a young age. I take solace in knowing that he is now one of god's angels, gone to heaven to look after us. RIP Glenn.
Marti and Pat Coltey
November 16, 2012
To Glenn's family Pete, Gloria,Brock and Althea, our sympathy us wuth you! We were fortunate to have known him as he was growing up. The chubby baby to the skinny kid that loved to run to the man in the service of hhis country. We will always miss him!
Joseph & Gloria Bushey
November 16, 2012
Pete, Gloria, Brock, Althea and Ashley. No one can know your heartache, unless they too, have experienced the loss of a loved one. Certainly, no one can tell you when the pain will lessen but it will, in time. All you can do is hold on to the love that you shared with Glenn and all those special moments captured forever in your hearts. May God bless your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Glenn may you rest in peace and thank you for proudly serving and protecting us all.
Wayne Hurd
November 16, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephanie Bushey
November 16, 2012
Because of our difference in age I didn't know Glenn well, but I do know it takes a special person to be a Green Beret, to live that life everyday, to serve your country wherever and whenever they need you...be proud of what he accomplished, know that he lived his life the way he wanted, full of laughter, fun, and risk...he seemed like he believed in the saying "work hard, play harder". I am sure he would want you to remember him with smiles and laughter; which may seem impossible to do now, but I hope in time you find peace in knowing he is up in Heaven watching over all of you...probably causing trouble...lol Shed your tears Pete, Gloria, Althea, Brock and Ashley and then smile for him and feel your heart swell with love.
Helen Pychevicz
November 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm so very glad that I have some very special memories of him as an infant.
holly bowen
November 16, 2012
You will always be in our hearts.heaven got a very special angel.
Brenda Alley
November 16, 2012
Pete, Gloria, Althea, Brock, and Ashley,
I am so sorry to hear this. It has been many years since I have seen you all. I am hurting for you all. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Glenn will be missed but not forgotten. What a fine young man! RIP Glenn
Peggy & Web Hunt
November 16, 2012
We are so sorry. Glenn was special.
Renee' Ubry
November 16, 2012
So sorry he has died. I am glad that I got him to Join the Hurd Group. I will miss talking to him now and then and telling him that I like what he shared on Facebook.
Linnea Mesaric-Davis
November 16, 2012
Words are so inadequate. . . even tho I did not know Glenn personally, I felt like I did through his Mom's pride in him! May the family and friends find comfort in remembering all the good times spent with him and what he meant to this world. Such a tragic loss. My prayers go out for all who knew him to find peace.
Nicole Walsh
November 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all...
November 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Karen and Jeff Bowen
November 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Glenn was an amazing young man who touched a lot of lives! He will be greatly missed! RIP GLENN
Jaka Manley
November 16, 2012
Glenn touched so many lives in his short 33 years and he was and is loved by so many. He was my friend, brother and one of the greatest men that I had the privilege of saying I knew. Growing up with him was so much fun and my memories of all the times we shared will stay with me forever. He was a warrior here on earth as well as an angel and he will be the same in the hereafter, I love and miss him very much. To his family Gloria, Pete Althea and Brock you are like family to my own family and please know my deepest sympathy is for you all my thoughts and prayers are with you all forever. No one will ever forget the man that you raised into our hometown hero be so very proud of the man that he was. I love you all.
natasha bishop
November 16, 2012
what a tragic loss.My prayers go out to Glenn's family.
Jessica and Bj Conway-Cain
November 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.Glenn was an amazing person and friend. I am priveliged to have known him.
Terry, Betsy, and Katie Chandler
November 16, 2012
Gloria, Pete, Althea, Brock, Edmond, Judy, Phyllis, Perry and the rest of Glenns family and friends. I was saddened to hear of Glenns passing. Just know that you are in our prayers. God Bless.
Denise
November 16, 2012
I did not know Glenn. Like Glenn, we were in the wrong place at the wrong time that day. I will never forget that terrible day and I am so sorry you have lost your loved one. I have been haunted by the images of that day and seeing Glenn in these photos and reading all the wonderful things has helped. Thank you for your service to this country and my deepest sympathy to the family.
November 16, 2012
With deepest sympathy you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Sabrina Tracey Bell
Dianne Schoonover
November 16, 2012
May you find confort in knowing that another Angle will be watching over you. May you know you and the family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. I know what you are going through at this time. Though I did not know him he is Loved in Christ our Lord.
I Thank Glenn for Serving our country.
November 15, 2012
I am so very sorry. Glenn was such a genuine man and this news truly breaks my heart...
Brian Perry
November 15, 2012
Pete; I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sorry I never had a chance to meet Glen. He was truely one of the best and he will be missed. My deepest sympathies. MSG Perry (RET)
Cathy & Richard Ladd
November 15, 2012
Gloria, Pete and family,
Our hearts are with you at this horrible time in your lives. Although we never know why God decides he needs our loved ones more than we do, please hold onto to your faith and rest in the belief that he will be taken care of in his new world. Life will never be the same but there will come a time when you will laugh as well as cry at the memories that Glenn left behind for you.
Linda Altobell
November 15, 2012
I cannot express how deeply saddened we were to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during youir loss. Know that Glenn is now happy in the hands of GOD
WIth deepest sympathies
Linda, Louis and Drew Altobell
Marleen Cenate
November 15, 2012
To all of the Lowell families,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. Hold your memories of Glenn close to your heart to help you during the days ahead.
Marleen and Marc Bates
Betty Ladd Moyer
November 15, 2012
Pete, Gloria, Althea & Brock,
Treasure each and every hug given to you at this time and draw strength from those. Try to focus on getting thru one hour at a time. I am so very, very sorry.
Ed and Tammy O'Shea
November 15, 2012
Sending you all our most sincere and deepest sympathy. May God bless your family during this time of sorrow.
Sue Woodley
November 14, 2012
I am just a Mom with a son your sons age . My son also rides a motorcycle and is in the military near Destin. I pray for healing for your family. Treasure his memory and God's grace will get you through, I am so sorry for your loss.
November 14, 2012
Mr.&Mrs. Lowell and family Jeremy,Ryan,Walt&I are so saddened by the loss of your son Glenn. He was truly a remarkable man and good friend. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Find comfort in your memories and keep his spirit in your heart. Always, The Hadvabs
November 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He will be missed by many
Rena St.Denis
November 13, 2012
I've known Glenn for sometime now we went to fair haven together; there was never a time he didn't make me smile wether it be a facebook message,an email or even a text..he was a loving,caring person that tried to NEVER let anyone down. His parents raised a very amazing child! Glenn u will b missed dearly and as any other day I will continue to think of you..thank you for serving our country&keeping everyone safe!! Rip Glenn!
Sherry & Rob Compton
November 13, 2012
My husband and I did not know Glenn but we live in Florida and had passed by the accident immediately after it happened. We want to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Kasuba
November 13, 2012
I did not know Glenn personally, but I do know that he was a great friend to my daughter and her husband, Stephen & Sharlot Hall. Thank you Glenn for serving our country.
November 13, 2012
A very funny guy who always mentioned his visits to my father at Hair Haven. God Bless you Glenn.
~Billy Canfield
Staci Harris
November 13, 2012
My eyes are full of tears and my heart is heavy, but my memories are full of happy times we spent together. You were like the big brother I never had. I love you and will miss you more than Words could ever explain! Please look after all of us down here and say hello to my baby Dustin and my cousin Daniel!! RIP babe!! Gone but never forgotten! <3 See you again someday!! Xoxo
Glenn sent me this picture last mother's Day. The most wonderful son a mother could have.
Gloria Lowell
November 13, 2012
Tabitha Shea
November 13, 2012
Mr. and Mrs. Lowell, you both raised a wonderful and brave man. There was nothing, that man could not do. His personality was either loved or hated. But, he loved the haters more lol wouldn't you think? That's what made us love every bit of him. The loss of Glenn will teach us all a lesson. Thank you Glenn, We love you more than you ever knew.
Ashley, welcome to the family! You will always be family now. Love you "Princess"
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