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JOHN LOWELL

1938 - 2020

JOHN LOWELL obituary, 1938-2020

BORN

1938

DIED

2020

JOHN LOWELL Obituary

Lowell -- John F. John Lowell, age 81, born in London in 1938, died suddenly on July 17, 2020. A luxury retailer, he founded Bergdorf GoodMAN, Bergdorf's first men's store. His career began at Saks, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Garfinkle's. Moving to Philadelphia and Bonwit Teller in l978, he gained notoriety for his window displays and art installations. Known and loved by all as the Mayor of Bainbridge Street, he leaves his wife of 45 years, Jax Peters Lowell, and a brother, Dr. J. Anthony von Fraunhofer. He of generous spirit, a laugh like a window flung open. Donations in his name can be made to the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania, or Project HOME, Philadelphia.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 26, 2020.

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susan

July 20, 2021

His glow is undimmed.
But I'm raising my goblet to you, dear Jax.
xoxoxoxs

mary ann hansen

October 6, 2020

Jax, I just decided to Google you and saw that John passed away. I had no idea of his incredible background. He was truly a unique and joyful man. My thoughts and good wishes are with you.
Mary Ann Kaufmann Hansen

susan

September 27, 2020

Aw. I saw the Jax/John sparks fly at Bergdorf's. John, you are not gone, your heart, sparkling eyes and spirit still splashes over ohso many of us. Here's to you, John...and here's to you, dear Jax.

sara and vincent cucinotta

August 5, 2020

Hadn’t seen John in a while, but still remember the times we met up. Always had a smile ready and a wonderful big bold laugh. Sorry for your loss, Jax. He will be missed.

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Renee Burns

July 26, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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