Bruce E. Lowery

October 2, 2010

Mr. Bruce E. Lowery, age 47, of Bratt, FL passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010 at Baptist Hospital, Pensacola.

Bruce was born in Atmore and was a native of Bratt. He was employed with the city of Atmore as a Code Enforcement Officer. Bruce was a 1987 graduate of Auburn University. He was also a 1981 graduate of Ernest Ward High School where he played on the 1979 State Championship football team. He was a member of Saint Luke Methodist Church, Pensacola, FL, lifetime member of the Bream Fisherman Association in Pensacola, FL and a long-serving member of the Northeast Pensacola youth baseball association board of directors.

Survivors include his wife Julie Van Pelt Lowery, two sons Bradley Lowery and Michael Lowery, a daughter Jessica Lowery, parents Charles A. and Reita Lowery, two sisters Sandra (Sammy) Day and Robin (Todd) Parker, one brother Alan (Becky) Lowery. Nieces and nephews include Kelly (Jason) Gurganus, Natalie Day, Jake Lowery, Cody Parker, Austin Lowery, and Dustin Parker and great nephew and niece Zane and Ava Gurganus and brother at heart Mike Digmon.

Visitation will be Monday, October 4, 2010, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore.

He will lie in state at the First United Methodist Church located in Atmore, on Pensacola Avenue on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, from 10 a.m. until the funeral service at 11 a.m.

Pallbearers are the nephews Jake Lowery, Austin Lowery, Cody Parker, Dustin Parker, Jason Gurganus and Nicholas Drew.

Honorary Pallbearers are Mr. Greg Robbins, Mr. Barney Lowery, Mr. Marion Cooper, Dr. Rick Ledkins, Dr. Bill Hixson, Mr. Bill Smith, Mr. Horace Ward, Mr. Byron Vaughn, Mr. Todd Wiggins, Mr. John Johnson, Mayor Howard Shell, Ms. Becca Smith, Ms. Nina Downing, Ms. Celia Lambert, Ms. Mary Carter, Mr. Chris Black, Mr. Milford Lassiter, Mr. Chris Pruitt, Ms. Adel Skipper, Mr. Billy Smith Jr. and Mr. Malford Gainey.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or the American Cancer Society.

To honor Bruce, the family invites those attending either service to dress comfortable/casual and wear Auburn themed attire. Beyond the fanfare surrounding sports, Bruce believed in and lived the Auburn Creed and Loved It!…..WAR EAGLE!

Arrangements by Johnson Quimby Funeral Home.

Comments

6 Responses to “Bruce E. Lowery”

  1. Nancy Davis Espino on October 20th, 2010 2:57 pm

    My condolences to the Lowery Family. I went to school with Sandra and know the loss of a brother is heart breaking.

  2. John and Sheila Williams on October 4th, 2010 9:16 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Bruce was very loved and he will be surely missed. Words can’t express the sadness we feel. We pray that God will put his arms around you all and comfort you.

  3. Sam & Cecilia Ibarra on October 4th, 2010 9:04 am

    Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. I cherish the memories of the times I spent with Bruce. We are with you during this time of grief.

    You are in our prayers.

    Sam & Cecilia Ibarra
    Portland, Texas

  4. Debbie Stabler on October 3rd, 2010 6:30 pm

    Ms. Reita, although we didn’t know each other well, as I read about the loss of your son, my heart is breaking and I weep for your loss. I remember our sitting across from each other last week at Woodlands–you with Bruce and I with my husband. You came over and spoke to me and asked if I remembered you. We spoke for a few more moments and then we quietly returned to our task of comforting those we love. I pray now that you find the same comfort I know you gave to your son. I will always remember the love on your face as you held your son’s hand. I know you will find peace soon knowing that God is now holding Bruce’s hand for you.

    With sincerest sympathy,
    Debbie

  5. Marie Smith on October 3rd, 2010 2:10 pm

    The Lowery Family, Bruce was a Blessing to everyone who was lucky enough to come in touch with. I know in my heart heaven is a brighter place with him there. I love Bruce and his family like my own. God Bless you all.

  6. Bobby Mathis on October 3rd, 2010 10:45 am

    Charles and Reita,

    I’m sorry to hear about the loss of Bruce. I had met him on several occasions and he was always very respectful and pleasant. He will be missed,
    but keep your faith and trust in the Lord to lead and comfort you each day. Your family will be in our prayers. If we can assist you in any way please let us know.

    Bobby and Sheila Mathis
    Montgomery Alabama 36117

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries