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Karen Lowry Obituary
March 9, 2023
Karen M. Lowry, 77, of Jenkintown, PA passed away Thursday, March 9th, 2023 suddenly, at Abington Hospital-Jefferson Health. Karen was born in Stamford, CT on July 8, 1945, a daughter of the late Helen (Wykowski) and Capt. Joseph 'Pat' Markovich, USMM. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Atherton Clark Lowry for 54 years, and loving mother to their two children, Atherton C. M. Lowry and Dr. Suzanne (Lowry) O'Driscoll. She was a member of Immaculate Conception BVM Church in Jenkintown. Karen graduated from Stamford Catholic High School. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from Fordham University and her Master's Degree in Pharmacology from Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Science. She was a medical research assistant at Jefferson University in Philadelphia, taught organic chemistry at Holy Family College, and was engaged in scientific research for Beacon Research at Arcadia University. She wrote and co-wrote several scientific papers as well as having a patent from her work at Beacon. She later worked as a pharmacist for Abington Hospital. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and travel. She particularly loved spending time with her family, especially as an aunt and godmother. She made the decision to welcome a family from Vietnam into her and her husband's home, and Dinh Nguyen, his wife Tuoi, and his brother Thuc, joined her and Atherton in early 1974, creating a family bond that continues today. Karen is survived by her husband Atherton, and their two children, as well as her youngest brother Joseph J. Markovich, and his wife Faith, and her sister-in-law Patricia Matthews. Karen was predeceased by her parents, as well as her brother Carl R. Matthews, her sister and brother-in-law Jane and William Hollis. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing from 6 PM to 8 PM on Friday, March 17th, 2023 at the Joseph J. McGoldrick Funeral Home, 507 West Ave. in Jenkintown, PA. A second viewing will be held from 9:15 to 10:15 AM on Saturday, March 18th at Immaculate Conception BVM Church, 602 West Ave. in Jenkintown followed by her Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception BVM Church. Condolences may be made at www.mcgoldrickfh.com
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mary ehrgott
June 24, 2023
Karen was a great pharmacist to work with and I will miss her incredibly. Sending sincere sympathy to all family and friends who mourn.
Mike Vacca
March 14, 2023
Joe, Faith, and all of Karen´s family,
I´m so sorry to hear about Karen´s passing. God bless her and all of you during this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Mike, Brenda, and Erik Vacca
Trudy Dujardin
March 14, 2023
Dear Atherton and Family,
Sending you my heartfelt deepest sympathy. Karen added to the Stamford Catholic High School email friends every day - she was a treasure and will be sorely missed. Love, Trudy Stefanov Dujardin Class of 1963.
Rita Rotelli Gerardi
March 14, 2023
Professor Atherton, Atherton C.M., Suzanne and Joe,
I am very sadden to read if Karen´s passing.
Karen, through our reconnecting daily emails of our SCHS classmates, has become so dear to me. I will miss her terribly and her wonderful stories.
Karen so loved her family and often spoke so kindly of all.
My deepest sympathy and prayers to you all.
Rest in Peace Karen
Rita Rotelli Gerardi
Mary Jane Deenihan
March 13, 2023
I am an old friend of Karen´s from SCHS. We were very good friends. We have reconnected with our old SCHS classmates via daily email over the last few years. Karen was one of the funniest, smartest and most interesting contributors. She was also a great writer besides being a great math and chemistry student. I will miss her greatly. Love to Atherton, Joe and the rest of her family.
Susan Derr Tidrick
March 13, 2023
Kate was a classmate of mine at SCHS and wrote the best stories of her family daily in our class of 1963 e-mail group. We all loved her so much. I am so sorry. Such a shock.
DT
March 13, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Please take comfort in the words found at 2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17.
Jenny Cardillo
March 13, 2023
Aunt Karen it was an honor and privilege in getting to know you and becoming a part of your beautiful family. You will be so deeply missed but your spirit will live on with those who love you. Until we meet again. Rest peacefully.
Jenny
FAITH MARKOVICH
March 12, 2023
Rest in Peace Karen. May the Angel's gently carry you to your Heavenly home. We will truly miss you.
May God Bless and guide the family you left behind.
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