Gary Robert Lowman

Gary was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth Patch Lowman and Robert Elmore Lowman. At the time of his death, Gary is survived by his wife, Karen Decker Lowman of 45 years. He is also survived by his children, Molly (and Jeff) McLendon, of Fort Mill, SC; Daniel Lowman, of Euless, TX; Erin (and Justin) Smith, of Savannah, GA; Bridgett Lowman, Colorado Springs, CO; Katie Lowman, of Frisco, TX, and Joseph (and Jami) Labelle, of North Richland Hills, TX. He was blessed with 9 grandchildren in whom he loved very much, Ashton, Claire, Landon, Avelyn, Roan, Amelia, Jordyn, Maryn, and David. Gary was also survived by his siblings; Michael (and Claudia) Lowman, Janna (and Lee) Cobb, and Carol (and James) McQuagge , along with several nephews and nieces.

Gary is best remembered by many of his family and friends as a storyteller, as a social butterfly, who loved anybody he met.

Gary grew up in Allen, Texas where he attained his love of playing the Euphonium, achieving many state awards. He pursued a music degree at the University of Kansas where he met his wife Karen. During this time, the military tugged at his heart and he enlisted in the Air Force, specializing in law enforcement. The rest of his career entailed various opportunities in specialized protection. His last position was security at St. Francis of Assisi, Colorado Springs. It was here that he converted to Catholicism due to the conversations and blessings from the Franciscan nuns. He later joined the Knights of Columbus and is a fourth degree Knight. He liked his title of Sir Knight Lowman.

Gary will be remembered for his lively spirit, awful jokes, unique sense of humor, love of music, love of food, love of people, but more importantly, his love for God. He always said he prayed he was worth of Jesus's sacrifice.

Rest well, good and faithful servant. Until we see you again and may the peace be with you.