of Dardanelle, AR
August 14, 1933 - April 9, 2020
Gene Lowrey, of Dardanelle, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Russellville.
He was a Korean War-era veteran serving in the United States Air Force as an Atomic Weapons Mechanic. After attending Arkansas Tech University where he played baseball, he received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arkansas. Early in his career he worked as a deputy County Extension agent in Clay and Mississippi counties. After 25 years of service as the Yell County Extension Agent he retired to cattle farming. He volunteered his time and knowledge to multiple organizations and also sat on the board of the Yell County Farm Bureau Association and Arkansas Cattleman's Association. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dardanelle and always enjoyed hunting, bass fishing (especially with his brother) and gardening.
He is preceded in death by his parents Byron and Irene (Douglas) Lowrey.
He is survived by his three daughters, Debora Hanson and husband Jeff Shelby of New Braunfels, Texas, Kim Lowrey of Russellville, Arkansas and Heather Hibbs and husband Bryan of Mahomet, Illinois; one brother, Dr. Douglas H. Lowrey of Russellville, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Angela Payne, Matthew Hanson, Sam Hibbs and Ella Hibbs and one great granddaughter, Olive Hanson; a niece and 4 nephews.
There will be a private service with a memorial service planned at a later date. Funeral services are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Parkinson's Foundation.
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8 Condolence(s)
Teressa Robinson
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Doug, so sorry for the loss of your brother. My heart goes out to you. In my thoughts and prayers. Teressa Robinson
Lola Nichols
Monday, April 13, 2020
This gentleman was my good neighbor some 30+ years! I would like to offer my sincere heartfelt condolences to his entire family sending prayers of comfort for all. May God continue to be with this loving family.....
Howard Orsburn
Monday, April 13, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gene's passing. I always considered him a friend; he will be missed. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Dianne & Lee Ann Armstrong
Sunday, April 12, 2020
We will miss you bunches. You were definitely one of a kind and we loved you very much. I love you cuz!!
I'll never forget all the teasing you did to me while I was growing up (especially when we were all at Mama & PaPa's) and all the bad throat sounds you did to upset Mother (Ruth). Punkin will be glad to have you with him....I love you 🙏
Gail Goins
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Debora, Kim and Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of you all, your mom and dad. You will be in my prayers
Rebekah O'Connor
Saturday, April 11, 2020
I knew Mr. Lowrey when I worked at Wildflower. He was very kind to all of us and was everybody's favorite. I'm going to miss him.
Linda Fell Swain
Saturday, April 11, 2020
I always appreciated Gene throughout my time with the extension service in Yell County. He always had a smile and laughter that radiated to all the lives he touched. Rest In Peace - your journey on earth is done. God's got you in his arms.
Zelma Morrison
Friday, April 10, 2020
Heaven got a wonderful man. He always made me smile y laugh.
Gene will be missed deeply.