BENJAMIN ALEXANDER LOWE

I knew Ben in high school. I was recently looking up old friends and found this obituary and also learned more about Ben's struggles.

When I lose a person, seeing photos I haven't seen before or in a long time always brings some joy. So here is his photo from the Oakland School's 1996 yearbook when he was just a freshman. It's a pretty good photo.

My condolences to Ben's family.

This kid had so much potential.

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm in recovery myself for the last 4 years and it saddens me to see good people lose the fight of addiction. Your family is in my prayers!

Love you and your family man Rest In Peace - Barret

R.I.P.

Rro

Randy
I have kept you in my prayers and I have asked God to give you great strength to overcome this loss and I am sure that God will be with you always because you have an angel in heaven that will be watching for you and your family. your friend from Olney Md
Alma Gonzalez

Dear Randi,

I was very sad to hear of Ben's death. My memories of him are of a sweet boy with great sensitivity and intelligence.

Thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.

Blessings,
Judy Menk

I remember as I walked across the stage at a church and tripping over all the cords they had on the floor to become your God mother, only me. I will always remember teaching you how to scream. I share that short story will people all the time. I feel honored to have been your god mother and I just know I will meet with you again some day in heaven.. A beautiful obituary you wrote Randi, for a beautiful son

Bless you, Randi' and peace and comfort to you both.

I remember the first time I met Ben...
It was February 2009... Sue Hazeem brought him over to my house so I could meet him.
We sat around the kitchen table and had hot chocolate.
He left a big impression on me, he was different, marched to his own drummer and I could tell he was extremely intelligent and sensitive.

And now I remember the last time I saw Ben...
It was March 2016, less than a year ago..
He was crying on his mom's shoulder at Sue Hazeem's funeral.
I was very touched by the bond he had with his mom and with Sue Hazeem.


I'm glad I got to see this very special guy one last time.
He was a gentle and kind soul... and I will always remember him, and the kindness he showed to my old friend Sue Hazeem.

I think he had a lot to offer to this world with his kind heart, his uniqueness, his intelligence...he was one of a kind and will be missed.

Sue Hughes