James Lowrie

James Paul Jim Lowrie, 83, passed away August 8, 2013, in Abilene. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 12, 2013, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South.

Jim was born on August 11, 1929, in Tahoka, TX, to parents Jack and Jessie Lawrence Lowrie. He met and married Laverne Sanders on August 18, 1953 in Lea County, NM. He was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He enjoyed outdoor sports and was a lifetime member of the Abilene VFW. Jim worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone company for 37 years before his retirement.

Jim is survived by his wife, Laverne his daughter, Paula Lowrie Stewart of Abilene and his sister, Jo Glover of Abilene.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his soninlaw, Charles Stewart.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to Dr. Aks, Dr. Au, and the staff at Texas Oncology of Abilene, for the compassion and support they received. It was greatly appreciated.

Honorary pallbearers for the service are: Gene Briley, Don West, Wayne Sanders, Glen Cavitt, Ennis Kelly, and Frank Zycha.

Service

Chapel Service

Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel
5750 HWY 277 South
Abilene, TX  79606
Monday, August 12, 2013
2:00 PM

Cemetery

Elmwood Memorial Park
5750 HWY 277 South
Abilene, TX  79606

Memorial Contributions

1665 Antilley RD
Abilene, TX  79606