William George Lowe

Oshawa Railway / CN Rail 35 years – Manheim Auction 10 years.

Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at Lakeridge Health – Whitby on September 11th, 2015 at the age of 88. Loving and adored husband of Helen (nee Burley) for 68 years (September 6th, 1947). Loving father of Doug (Eve), Gary and Rick. Cherished Papa of Steve (Erica), Kerrie (Patrick), Jason (Lisa), Jennifer (David), Jamie (Tanya) and Amanda (James). Adored “Big Papa” of Madison, Trent, Chris, Ethan, Emma, Logan, Zach, Michael, Avery and Simon. Joe will be fondly remembered by sisters-in-law Gladys Rice (late Stephen), Betty Gatto (Gino) and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Joe joins his parents, siblings and his brothers-in-law Keith, Ken and Doug and their partners. Joe loved the great outdoors – camping, hunting and fishing, he also enjoyed bowling and spending time with family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. The Lowe family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the nursing staff of the 3rd & 4th floors of Lakeridge Health – Whitby, especially Michelle Acorn for the excellent care and compassion shown to Joe and his family - words cannot express. As per Joe’s wishes, there will be no Funeral Service and cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at OSHAWA CANADIAN CORPS (142 Athol Street East, Oshawa) on Sunday, September 27th at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234). Memorial donations would be gratefully accepted for Lakeridge Health – Whitby.