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Peter Lowry Obituary
LAFAYETTE - Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at 3:00 PM in Asbury United Methodist Church in Lafayette, for Peter Glenn Lowry, 19, who died on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at Lafayette General Medical Center.
Reverend Richard Humphries, Pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church in Lafayette will conduct the funeral services.
Survivors include his parents, Dennis and Melanie Hoffpauir Lowry of Lafayette; two sisters, Lily Lowry and Grace Lowry, both of Lafayette; one brother, Henry Lowry of Lafayette; his maternal grandfather, Morris Hoffpauir, M.D.; his aunts, Mary Louise, Gayle, Cathy, Carol, Karen, Marcee, Laurie and Crystal; his uncles, Kerney, Billy, A.J., Jack, Mark, Mike and Mo; and his cousins, Andy, Alan, Chris, John, Bill, Brad, Greg, Brian, Patrick, Jared, Sam, Kristie, Susie, Patricia, Kelly, Melissa, Amanda, Rebecca, Emilie and Hannah.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Marilyn Hoffpauir; his paternal grandparents, John and Bernice M. Lowry; his uncle, Bob Gilmore; and cousin, Gary Guidry.
"On April 2, 2011, my oldest brother, Peter, found himself in an unfortunate situation that forced tears down many people's cheeks. Although he led himself to believe he was invincible, God wanted him for some good reason. I do not blame God for wanting him at all, for Peter was something truly special. He was a shining star. His characteristics, indescribable. He was much more than caring and loving. You cannot just claim him daring, because he had much more depth than that. You could never replace Peter with anything. His laugh could heal more than a broken heart, which means he will be more than missed."-Lily Lowry
"On April 2, 2011, my oldest brother's life ended. He was more than just a brother to me. He was more like a best friend, one who encouraged me to do good in school and was always there for me. He was like a shiny new penny in a stack of old rusty pennies. He was not only loved by me, but my whole family enjoyed his company and laughter. He could make someone laugh so hard even if they were crying before. He also had many friends who loved the daring yet caring and loving Peter. He is indescribable and I always wanted him around to make things even better. And we have to remember the lives he saved and even though we will miss him greatly, I am so glad he was a part of my life."-Grace Lowry
"When Peter was a young toddler, I would often ask, "Do you want me to hold you?". As he learned to speak, he would hold his arms out to me and say "hold you, hold you." One evening, Peter toddled up to me and said, "Hold you, hold you". As he settled on my hip, he pointed to the moon and said, "Moon! Hold it!" He was charmed and enchanted. Of course he could not hold the moon. Peter is like the moon to us now. We will remain charmed and enchanted, bathed in his other worldly light, and wanting to hold him so very much. Peter is now free. Peter is now home."-Melanie Lowry
Pallbearers will be Henry Lowry, Andy Galy, Alan Galy, Chris Galy, John Lowry, Bill Lowry, Brad Gilmore, Greg Gilmore, Brian Guidry, Patrick Stanton, Jared Stanton and Sam Hoffpauir.
The family requests that visitation be observed in Asbury United Methodist Church in Lafayette on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 from 2:00 PM until time of service.
Donations can be made in Peter Lowry's name to LOPA, 4441 N. I-10 Service Rd. W, Metairie, LA 70006 and Episcopal School of Acadiana, P. O. Box 380, Cade, LA 70519.
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Éstebãn Gúiterréz
May 24, 2012
Yo doy mis condolencias para su hijo. Quiero una recoveridad por ustedes y su familia.
Alli Latiolais
April 4, 2012
Lighting a candle in Peter's Memory. Much love to your family.
Brian Farrier
April 4, 2012
Thinking of Peter as we miss him for one year now.
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Gary and Jenni Blanchard
April 3, 2012
Thinking of the Lowry family and lifting you all in prayer as its been a year since your loss of Peter. Praying for God's continued peace for you; and remembering Peter.
Bo Underwood
August 23, 2011
I had the genuine pleasure of teaching Peter Sunday School, when he was in the fourth grade (in fact I taught his siblings when they in the fiurth grade as well). Having lost touch with Asbury, I have just learned of his passing. Though late in my conveyance, I want all of Peter's family to know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers. I knew Peter as a devoted brother to his younger siblings. He was blessed with an incredible personality and wonderful sense of humor and was a joy to teach. The world was indeed a better place for his having been here.
August 2, 2011
Peter is still loved and missed every single day
Joddie (McGee) Dupuis
April 10, 2011
Dennis, I'm so sorry about your family's loss!! Ironically, I too lost my husband due to a motorcycle accident. I truly understand the shock, sadness, anger, etc. Know that I am keeping you and yours in my thoughts. My deepest sympathies and condolances.
Kathleen Labbe
April 7, 2011
Melanie, I am so sorry to hear about Peter. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
debbie mcrae
April 7, 2011
It has been many years since we moved from across the street on Bellevue Plantation Rd, but I can remember clear as a bell the times our children played in the backyard, shared stories and laughter. They would often be covered in mud or sometimes would find creepy crawlers and wanna hide them under their bed! Peter, although only three, was very curious, had a wide imagination and a profound a sense of humor-we loved listening to his stories.
We are no longer living across the St., but our heart is with you during this difficult time. May God bless Peter and your beautiful family always.
Butch Forbes
April 7, 2011
Dennis, wish I could do or say something to help you during this time of grief. Just know you are in my thoughts.
Brian Farrier
April 7, 2011
Dennis, Mel, Henry, Lily, Grace:
We're so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. It seems just yesterday that we were all with Peter when he was a toddler, and I know he was a very, very special person, both loving and loved. Teri and I are thinking of you and praying for you during this painful time.
Love, Brian Farrier
Donnie Doerries & Family
April 6, 2011
Dennis & Melanie
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and with Peter. Take comfort in knowing that there are a lot of people who care and many prayers are being said for the Lowry family.
Susan Shirley
April 6, 2011
Sympathy and prayers to the Lowry family.... May God wrap his Loving Arms around you and bring you comfort during this extremely difficult time... All of your church family are praying for you and yours... And remain steadfast in supporting you in anyway we can...
Prudhomme Family
April 6, 2011
Words can not adequately express our sincerest condolences on the passing of Peter. May God grant you and your family courage, strength and faith during this difficult time.
Anna
April 6, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Wooster Family
April 6, 2011
So very sorry for your loss. Only seems like yesterday, that Pete, Jared, Eric and my son Matt, were playing endless games of Marco Polo in our back yard pool on Steve St.
Thinking of you.
Stephanie Laborde Stielper
April 6, 2011
There can be no pain greater that a parent has to suffer. I pray for your strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Susen Brown
April 6, 2011
May peace, comfort and the healing hand of God touch the Lowry family. I am saddened for you all in this loss.
Cole Breaux
April 5, 2011
May God bless your family for you have suffered a great loss. Our prayers are lifted up for you.
Erin (Gayle) Besson
April 5, 2011
Dear Dennis, my family and I are so very saddened to learn of your loss. Our prayers go to you, your wife and your other children. With heartfelt condolences,
Holly Carruth
April 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Lowry and Galy families.
Kirk & Jana Guillebeau
April 5, 2011
Dennis,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
mary beth daigle
April 5, 2011
My heart & prayers are with the Lowry family.
Stephanie Van Fleet
April 5, 2011
Melanie and the Lowry family,
I am truly sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Stephanie Van Fleet
Jamie & Giselle Daniels
April 5, 2011
Our family's prayers and thoughts are with you.
Cecilia, Dustin and Grace Gayle
April 5, 2011
My prayers are with your family; for the confidence and courage to continue to live fully in Jesus Christ, until we too are in the home of our Father.
Lisa S. Fisher
April 5, 2011
Our deepest sympathy is with you at this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God help your hearts to be lighter.
Bennett Marcel
April 5, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Lowry family in this time of great sadness. Pete will be missed. Our hearts are borken.
Benny & Theresa, Emily and Alyssa
Scott & Kathy Gutterman
April 5, 2011
Dear Dennis, Melanie and Family,
Heaven has been blessed with another angel. We share in your sorrow and are keeping all of you in our prayers.
Mary Barron
April 5, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for strength and peace for your whole family.
Mike Conrad
April 5, 2011
May the healing hands of God touch Peter for eternity. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Jimmy and Joan Plauche'
April 5, 2011
Mel and Dennis, We are so saddened by your loss. You have always been in thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. Peter is truly now walking in the light of Christ.
Alli Latiolais
April 5, 2011
Ms. Melanie & Mr. Dennis,
I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. I have had MANY great memories with your family! God needed your angel for something greater than we may ever know. Please find peace in knowing there are people everywhere who are sending up many prayers for you all.
Mark Boudreaux
April 5, 2011
Dennis & Melanie, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I was truly saddened to hear of your loss. I hope in time you will find peace with happier memories of your time with Peter.
Alli Latiolais
April 5, 2011
Dear Lowry family,
I was shocked to hear the news of Peter's passing. It seems like just yesterday Peter and I were sitting in the kitchen reviewing spanish words, or making sure all of the homework was done. I had some great times with all of you guys, even though it was several years ago.
Ms. Melanie, God needed your angel for something we may never know about. Just know that there are people out here praying for all of you guys in your time of need.
Karen Duplantis
April 5, 2011
Your light will shine always, may it light the way for other young men on their path. We will grieve, yet others will live on because of your selfless gifts. Rest.
Jim Courcier
April 5, 2011
Dear Dennis and Melanie: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers will be with the both of you and for Peter.
Jim Courcier
Tina Young
April 5, 2011
Our prayers are with you. I pray that a life will be touched for God through this tragedy!
God Bless!
Dian Beary
April 5, 2011
Melanie it broke my heart to read the words you wrote as this is the worst pain a mother can endure. Be comforted in knowing that even though you can no longer hold Peter, he is in God's arms now being held for eternity. My love and prayers to you and your family for the long days and years to come.
Maralien Orantes
April 4, 2011
The Lowry family is in our every thought and prayer. Orantes Family
anna smart
April 4, 2011
God bless you, Melanie......
Denise Cape
April 4, 2011
My heart breaks for you in this time of loss. You are all in my prayers.
Christian Ertell
April 4, 2011
I was not very close to Peter, but family is family and that can't be broken. My mom has had the worst time with Peter leaving us, she is heartbroken. I know he is in the best place you can be, Heaven. He will be missed by a lot of people. Although his in Heaven, I encourage all who read this to take time to say a prayer for Peter. We miss you dearly Peter!
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