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Robert Lowther Obituary

ROBERT J. LOWTHER, 60 FREEPORT - Robert J. Lowther, 60, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, at home. He was born Feb. 14, 1955, in Elgin, IL; the son of James and Dorothy (Plettau) Lowther. Robert graduated from Palatine High School, he married Cynthia K. Williams Lowther on April 1, 2010, in Hot Springs, AR, with the ceremony in New Orleans, LA. Robert was the owner and President of Freeport Builders. He was a member of the Crossroads Blues Society; he was a musician, blues keyboard, piano player and an avid fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia K. Williams Lowther of Freeport, IL; children, Justin Lowther of Carterville, IL, Brianna (David) Weichel of Sycamore, IL, Maxwell Lowther (Ashley) of Naples, FL, and William E. Lowther of Tomah, WI; 5 grandchildren; step-daughter, Michelle MacAdam of Denver, CO; sister, Susan (Greg) Steiner of Destin, FL; 2 nieces; 1 nephew; and many beloved friends. Robert is preceded in death by his parents and step-father, Fred Lauterburg. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, at the Schwarz Park Blvd. Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his memory. Online condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.schwarzfh.com.

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Published by The Freeport Journal Standard from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2015.

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Mike "Elwood" Venier

October 14, 2024

We made great memories for ourselves and so many others P. Miss it and miss you.
Bless you Cindy!

Mike Parker

October 14, 2024

Miss you buddy .. We had some good times .. Made some great music together and when I hear those songs .. It all comes back .. It’s never really gone ..

Mary L Sullivan

October 14, 2022

I can't believe it's been this long. I hope you are doing ok now Cindi.

Elwood

October 15, 2021

There are so many things (songs mostly) that take me right to P-Bob. Miss this man so much for so many reasons...RIP Brother in Blues.

Ivan Velazquez

November 2, 2015

Sincere sympathy and condolences to Cindy and Bob's family. I always looked forward to seeing him at Wick Buildings meetings, here and abroad! He had a hard time keeping his love of music any type of a secret, as tales of the places he played and the people that he shared all types of jam sessions with quickly took precedence over any business talk! Thanks for all those stories, Bob, and thanks for being my friend.

October 27, 2015

Cindy my best friend. So sorry to hear about Bob. Just talked about Bob flying back home. So sudden. He was such a nice guy. Take care my friend. Steve Myers L.V

Debby Robinson

October 26, 2015

I met Bob in 7th grade at Paddock. I was always envious of his organ playing. I'd go to his house after school and he would try to teach me to play. I remember being at his house when I met his sister, Susan. Her and Greg took us out and I can remember driving down Rt 14, just before Rt. 59, when we did a spin out in the snow. We were all fine. In 8th grade, Bob and I walked together down the aisle to graduation. In high school, we went our own ways, but had mutual friends that made it so we would always run into each other. As time went on, we became better friends. We worked together for a while, then lost touch, and through mutual friends, met up again at a few parties. We were always special friends. I would call him periodically on his birthday, as who could forget a February 14th Birthday? I called Bob while he was in Dixon selling his house. He was very excited and told me that he had gotten married to a wonderful woman named Cindy. I wouldn't know her but he was head over heels in LOVE!! When I think of Bob, a big smile comes to my face. He will always be very special to me. Bob will be remembered and held in people's hearts for many years to come. He left us all too soon. I'm so very sorry for your loss....

Norge Ski Club Dance Party 2012-Jeff Demuth, Dave "Skipper" Andersen and Bob

Lexie Hunter

October 25, 2015

Paula DeMuth

October 25, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing...My heartfelt condolences to his family and family of great friends. I know he will be sorely missed. May he RIP.

Bob playing at Lindy's Landing in Wauconda-XXOO, Lex

October 24, 2015

Dee Williams

October 23, 2015

Cindy, my dearest, I'm far away from you now, but I have my arms around you in thoughts, love and prayers. I'm so so sorry my dear.

Wally Ditsworth

October 23, 2015

So sorry to here this Cindy. I wish you and the family well, I loved listening to Bob play.

The Downtown Rythmn Kings will never play the same. We will all miss you forever.

Mike Venier

October 23, 2015

PBOB

Mike Venier

October 23, 2015

Mary and Charlie Sullivan / Moore

October 23, 2015

Cindy! There are many heavy hearts here at Lost Lake. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers! Bob will be miss by many.

Victoria Stratman

October 22, 2015

Cindy,

John and I want to express our sincere condolences for the loss of your wonderful husband, Bob. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.

Roland and Diane Sabbatini

October 22, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss! Our prayers and thoughts are with you all!

mike parker

October 22, 2015

I still cant believe it - You were a good friend - loved playing with you - I just listened to the commercial we did together - Rest In Peace my Brother.

Stacy Houk

October 22, 2015

So sorry for your loss Bri. Sending prayers and thoughts to you and your family.

penny Koenig

October 22, 2015

Cindy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at such a very difficult time.
Penny Koenig

jacqueline williams

October 22, 2015

This is very sad..yet very sudden and unexpected. Love to all the children, grandchildren, family and to my dear aunt cindy!

Wendy

October 22, 2015

Bob may you rest in Peace..My prayers go out to the family and friends..I can say he was such a sweet person and a kind soul and was my friend..I will miss you Bob..Love you..

Jennifer Lambeth

October 22, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a wonderful man and is missed greatly. Much love from Arkansas!

Tommy Rock

October 22, 2015

Bob you were the greatest! See you at the Big Jam in Heaven buddy!

October 22, 2015

Cindy, my heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find solace in your memories of your years together.

Take care, my friend,

Nancy Hutchison Siwiec

October 22, 2015

Bob Thanks for sharing your talent with the world will surely be missed ! Glad I had the joy of playing with you in June!"May Jah Protect & Guide" Houndog

October 22, 2015

Always had a great time playing with Bob, he was wonderful on our Mississippi 2000 album. rip Bob

Randy Ragland

October 22, 2015

We'll miss you Chicago Bob. Tell our friends Hi for me.

Alan Asche

October 22, 2015

Cindy, My sincerest condolences! Al Asche

Lisa and Robin Costa

October 22, 2015

My Bobster, you are gone way too soon. I so love you. You were an amazing man and music man. I loved seeing you play. I am so heartbroken that you are gone and I will truly miss you so much. Robin loves you and will miss you too. I feel blessed we spent Christmas 2014 with you in our home. You know I will watch over Cindy for you. RIP my brother. ❤

Jan Wescott

October 22, 2015

Wes and I have had such heavy hearts since hearing Bob passed. We have spent so many fine hours with Bob and Cindy. He was like a brother to Wes. He was such a caring man with a gentle soul with lots of music in his heart and talent he shared with us all. It was a pleasure in our lives to know him well and be part of his life. You will be so missed Bob. We love you beyond words Cindy and remain with you! Jan and Wes

Liz Lang

October 22, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bob was an integral person for getting Crossroads Blues Society off to a great start. Fun-loving and a dear friend. He will be missed.

October 22, 2015

Bob, we will always remember the good times we had with you, when your blues bands played at our bar , the roadhouse, going on trip to New Orleans when you n I both got terribly sick. And we will always cherish our friendship with you. Until we meet again again. Rich. Kathy Justin Mcnett

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