Robert A. Lowman, 71, of Bethlehem, died Friday, December 15, 2017. He was the husband of Patricia (Toohey) Lowman for almost fifty years. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of the late Arthur S. and Agnes (Fiey) Lowman. Robert was employed in the Production Planning & Scheduling department at the former Bethlehem Steel Co. for 29 years having completed both Sales and Operational loop courses. Later he worked as a substitute teacher in the Phillipsburg School District. A 1968 graduate of Lehigh University, Robert served as co-captain of the basketball team, was named Most Valuable Player twice, and was awarded the Scholar-Athlete award. He was a member of Theta Delta Chi fraternity. Robert served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War earning both the Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals. A member of the recently consolidated Light of Christ Lutheran Church, he was married in St. Matthew's Lutheran Church and spent many years serving that church in various capacities from Vacation Bible School superintendent to treasurer. Robert was a volunteer for the Boutique at the Rink, Bethlehem. Survivors: Wife, Patricia; daughter, Jennifer Lowman of Glenside; grandchildren, Isabella and Peter Anzideo; sister-in-law, Susan Toohey of Philadelphia; and loving dogs, Sparky and Gabbi. He was predeceased by son-in-law, Matthew Anzideo in August. Services: A calling hour will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, December 21, in Light of Christ (formerly Messiah) Church, 2020 Worthington Avenue, Bethlehem, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. in the church. Arrangements, Pearson Funeral Home, Bethlehem, PA. Contributions: May be sent to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042, or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1525 Valley Center Parkway, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Online condolences may be sent to www.pearsonfh.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 17, 2017.

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Chuck Hume

July 20, 2018

Dear Mrs. Lowman,

As the Vietnam Moving Wall arrived in our town of Amherst, NH yesterday, my husband was reflecting on his time spent in Vietnam. He mentioned a couple names of soldiers that he had become friends with while there and I searched the Internet. Chuck was saddened to see I had found the obituary for Bob. He recognized him by his photo right away. Chuck and Bob had night duty together in the Fire Direction Center, plotting courses for the guns. Chuck remembers Bob talking about you during their time together. Please know that you are in our thoughts today as Chuck remembers his friendship, although brief, with Bob.

Susan and Chuck Hume
[email protected]
Amherst,NH

Bob and Pat Bonow

December 21, 2017

Dear Pat,
With a heavy heart, it is very difficult to fully express what Bob has meant to me as a friend for over 50 years. Although separated by distance, it was a comfort to know that he was always there with you in Bethlehem as an anchor as my life moved on. He was a quiet but steadfast leader who always got the job done. I will miss his presence and our phone calls. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of sorrow and remembrance. -Bob

Liz Toohey

December 20, 2017

Dear Pat,

Bob was such an all around good person: a loving husband, father, and grandfather. God's comfort and strength be with you now.

Susie & Katie Beam

December 19, 2017

Oh Pat, my daughter and Katie enjoyed listening to Bob tell "husband's point of view 'stories. He jokingly would say that either you were talking too long or something - so he would have to stand around for hours (when it was a few minute wait)!

We will remember him as a kind, gentle man who adored you. He will truly be missed.

Joe Domiter

December 18, 2017

Pat, so sorry to read of Bob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Joe and Pat Domiter

Michael and Barbara Pavlacka

December 18, 2017

Our daughter Melissa is a close friend with Jenny and learned of Mr. Lowman's passing thru her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and throughout the year. We know this year has been so difficult for the whole family and will continue to pray.

Linda Klose

December 17, 2017

Pat our condolences go out to you and Jenny. Arts sister called to tell of Bobs passing and we were shocked. We enjoyed our time with him last Christmas and sorry to hear of your fall. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob & Anne Fortune

December 17, 2017

Pat, so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a very nice man and I'm sure will be missed. I have very fond memories of my relatively short time with him as a fraternity brother and a teammate. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Leo Schnalzer

December 17, 2017

My deepest sympathy go out to Pat, Jenny and family. I have known Bob since we were 12 years old and have reconnected many times over the years. I marvel at the courage and perseverance he displayed over these last few years. His determination and endurance to stand up against such an evil opponent was remarkable. He gets my vote for being a "Most Valuable Player". He was smart, athletic and unassuming. I loved being in last period study hall with Bob in high school He would keep his physics and chemistry homework answers available to me and boy did I need them. I have thanked him many times over the years. Take care, Leo

Don Aldinger

December 17, 2017

I was so blessed and fortunate to have Bob as a genuine and trustworthy friend. Growing up near Bob's home in Milford Square, I have such wonderful memories of Bob playing basketball up in our barn, playing wiffleball in Bob's backyard, trading valued baseball cards with Bob as teenagers, and attending a number of Phillies' baseball games down at Connie Mack Stadium. Bob was and always will be the "best of the best"!!! May I extend my sincerest and deepest condolences to Pat and Bob's family. RIP Bob.

Barbara Bearn Rummel

December 17, 2017

I am very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob and I were neighbors in Milford Square and graduated from Quakertown. He was always a friend and gentle man. Remember the good times and the wonderful memories in the coming days.

Don Aldinger

December 17, 2017

I am so thankful and blessed that I had the opportunity to be a good friend with Bob when I grew up near his home in Milford Square. No matter if we were playing basketball up in my barn, playing wiffleball in Bob's backyard, trading our valued baseball cards, or enjoying a trip to a Phillies' game down at Connie Mack Stadium, one could never have asked for a more genuine and trustworthy friend than Bob. Bob was the best of the best. May I extend my condolences to Pat and Bob's family. RIP Bob.

Sharon Kunsman

December 17, 2017

Pat and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt prayers be with all of you. Sharon Kunsman

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