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Ruby Lowes Obituary
Ruby E. Whitney Lowes, age 104, lifetime resident of North East, died on Saturday, August 2, 2014, at Erickson's Heritage House. She was born on May 9, 1910 in North East, Pa., to the late Arthur and Bertha L. Cleary Whitney.
Ruby was formerly employed at the White Diner in North East, as a cook for several years. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross.
Ruby enjoyed knitting blankets & hats, gardening, birds, trees, reading, & visiting with friends and family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry G. Lowes; daughters, Linda L. Schultz and Geralene Taccone; sons, Denny Lowes and Richard Cantrell; and a half-sister, Louella Morton.
Ruby is survived by her sons, Thomas B. Lowes and wife Sandi, of North East, and Gilbert Cantrell, of Pinellas Park, Fla.; a half-sister, Jeanette Moski, of Lawrence Park; 21 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and many great-great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the William D. Elkin Funeral Home, 65 South Lake Street, North East, on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9, and are invited to attend a funeral service on Thursday at 11:00 a.m., at the funeral home. Officiating, Rev. Carol Carlson. Private interment Grahamville Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to North East Little League, 149 Chase Rd., North East, PA 16428, or, The Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross, 51 West Main St., North East, PA 16428.
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for Ruby Lowes
Janice Bessetti / Seelinger
August 15, 2014
Uncle Tom and Aunt Sandy, Stacey , Tanya, Denny and your families sending angels to surround you all in this difficult time.
Linda Kidder
August 13, 2014
Tom and family, I cherish the time I spent with "miss" Ruby, as her lunchtime companion. I learned so much about life and living well from her, can't wait to see her again.
Jackie Houser
August 7, 2014
Tom and Sandi, We were so glad you brought Aunt Ruby to our family get together.She still was her same caring person and seemed so glad to see everyone, as we were glad to see her.She has always been so cheerful LOveand glad to see people. I will miss seeing her summers when we come up. She always came up with things that made us laugh.I know it will be a great loss to you. She was a beautiful, caring person and a major part of our family during our growing up years. Love Jackie and Duck
Jax and Susan (Videtto) Jenkinson
August 4, 2014
Aunt Ruby was special, her smile was wide, and her love was complete. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tom and Sandi.
Love,
Darlene and Pat Dolak
August 4, 2014
To all of Ruby's family and close friends,
We are so sorry for your loss. Ruby was the best neighbor a person could ask for. She was so willing to offer advice and a kind word. I enjoyed sitting outside with her and listening to the many birds sing. Our heart is sad for your loss. Heaven gained a great lady.
Fran "Franny" Taccone Griffith
August 4, 2014
Our family has been so blessed for so many years by her life. What a beautiful woman to grow up and be nurtured by. Her door was always open and her love was always unconditional. "I'm just glad to see you!" When I think of her it always makes me smile. We love you and miss you and know you are in God's hands now.
August 4, 2014
My condolences to Rachel, Kathy, Ryan, Lorre and all other family and friends of Ruby Lowes.
Keith Potter
August 4, 2014
Mr. & Mrs. Lowes, Stacey, Tonya & Denny - Deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom and grandmother.
Barbara Hutchinson
August 4, 2014
Dear Tom, Sandi and family, so sorry for your lose, I was just home and asking about your mom, God Bless!
Mary Lou Wittman
August 4, 2014
Tom and Sandy, My sincere sympathy.
August 4, 2014
Uncle Tom, Aunt Sandi, Denny, Tonya & Stacey,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother/grandmother. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May the memories you hold in your heart give you strength and peace at this time.
All our love.
Paul & Mary Swaney
Sherrie Wakefield
August 4, 2014
Tom Sandy, Stacey, Tonya, and Denny. I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember all the good time I had with aunt ruby.she could always put a smile on my face. Rest in peace Aunt Ruby. Kiss grandma for me.. I love you.
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