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William Lowery Obituary
Ann Arbor - William Russell Lowery, age 97, passed away March 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by parents, Ray J. and Fern (Follmer) Lowery, all nine siblings, his wife, Beverly Witt, his sons, Mike Larkin & Gavin Barclay and son-in-law Gary Eddings. Bill is survived by his daughters, Patricia (Larkin) Eddings, Cathleen (Lowery) Piccione & Barbara Barclay; his sons, Ray Lowery & David Barclay; his former wife Patricia (Campbell) Lowery; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Bill was born August 11, 1921 in Davenport, Nebraska and grew up in Oak. He graduated from University of Nebraska - Lincoln and flew B-24 bombers during WWII. After the war, he had a 35-year career in ground services at United Airlines and raised a family in Michigan, a loving and caring husband and father. He also served 32 years in Civil Air Patrol, commanding two cadet squadrons and serving as Nebraska finance officer. After retirement, Bill returned to Nebraska and was involved in Lincoln's Optimist Club as well as being a mentor for children in UN-L's Teammate Program before moving back to Michigan.
Visitation will take place Friday, March 15, 4-8 PM at Cole Funeral Chapel, 214 E. Middle Street, Chelsea, Michigan and Saturday, March 16, 10-11 AM at St. Andrew's United Church of Christ, 7610 Ann Arbor Street, Dexter, Michigan. Memorial service to follow at 11 AM. For the full obituary, go to www.ColeFuneralChapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Lowery
Jan Stagg
March 3, 2021
Bill: on this glorious almost spring morning, I am enjoying the bright sunshine in ur honor. It just can’t get much better than today, considering it’s only the third of March! jan marble stagg
Robert Hayosh
July 6, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I knew
Bill for only a short time beginning this late December at Hillside Terrace. We were table mates those first two weeks, eating lunch and dinner together. His stories about the Indians, WWII, and old time American West were captivating. I wish I had known him for a longer time. I salute you Bill
Rick & Danette Smith
March 19, 2019
Patt,
We were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing while we were on vacation. We wish we could have been at his service. We have heard it was wonderful!
We will remember Bill from our Euchre Parties he attended. He sure loved the game and was quite the avid player!
God Bless,
Rick & Danette
Elaine Owsley
March 13, 2019
We have lost a nice, nice man. They are hard to come by and his presence in the services at St.Andrew's in Dexter will be missed. Rest well, Bill. You have earned it.
Steven and Tina Vivian
March 12, 2019
We know you will be a special light in heaven - just as you were on earth.
Love, The Vivians
Steve and Tina Vivian
March 12, 2019
Heartfelt and heart-full sympathies to the family. It was our distinct pleasure to have known, learned from - and loved - him over the years as our extended (and adopted) family. Bill was an energetic joy and we learned so much from him. Although his presence in our lives will be physically gone, we know that the love and knowledge that he extended to us in all his endeavors will forever remain. We'll pass that knowledge and memory along (along with the stories) and it will never be forgotten. With love,
The Vivians
Rich & Wanda Mosier
March 11, 2019
Bill was a special Uncle, we had some great talks over the years. Listening to his stories while serving in WWII were very interesting. He was a very kind and loving man. I am so thankful that he entrusted me with Grandma Fern's books on the Follmer and Lowery families Genealogy. All will miss his smile! Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
March 9, 2019
Heartfelt condolences to the family. May you gain strength and comfort in God's word in this difficult time.
Earl Visser
March 9, 2019
Bill was introduced to me as a Leader in the Optimist club of Lincoln, NE. His tireless efforts to raise funds for "Helping kids be better" was my introduction to sharing my talents. His war stories, railroad models, and encouragement by sharing his written poems are in my file. My prayers are with the family as Bill is showing me his example of faith for eternal life.
March 9, 2019
He, his siblings and parents are now together again. What a gathering that must be! He will be missed by many but leaves a lot of wonderful memories.
March 9, 2019
Mike and I so enjoyed knowing Bill, being the lucky recipients of his knowledge of planes and the milirptary, as well as enjoying his endless energy and wit.
He lived a long and blessed life, and was endlessly loving and grateful to his children.
Mike and I heard wonderful and intriguing stories of daughter Patt amd her Dad,
That everyone could be so lucky to have had a Dad as special as Bill.
jan marble stagg, Dexter
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