Tommy Lane Lowry
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Tommy Lane Lowry

  • October 4, 1935 - September 16, 2011
  • Waco, Texas
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“Our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. ”
1 of 44 | Posted by: Connie & Carolyn Shumate - Noble, OK

“Sue, I am so sorry you have lost Tommy. I pray that your happy memories of him will get you through this sad time. Karen Amthor Andrews ”
2 of 44 | Posted by: Karen Amthor Andrews - Arlington, TX

“Ellie and I wish to express our concern to all. We were out of town at visitation time. Tommy was a nice person, and we know how you feel. He had...Read More » ”
3 of 44 | Posted by: Charles DuLaney, M.D. - McGregor, TX

“Tommy was a true long time friend starting with LaVega, USMC, Victoria College, young married life and to the very end. He will be missed, but never...Read More » ”
4 of 44 | Posted by: Dan Cotten - Lake Oswego, OR

“We are saddened by your loss of Tommy and wish you comfort, peace, and recovery. In some way may you find pleasant feelings knowing Tommy was...Read More » ”
5 of 44 | Posted by: John and Shirley Barnett - Boerne, TX

“Dear Susie: I am so sorry for your heartache. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all. Lovingly, Jim and Katie...Read More » ”
6 of 44 | Posted by: Katie Bryant Senske - New Ulm,, MN

“Dear Susie: I am so sorry for your heartache. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all. Lovingly, Jim and Katie...Read More » ”
7 of 44 | Posted by: Katie Bryant Senske - New Ulm,, MN

“Dear Susie: I am so sorry for your heartache. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all. Lovingly, Jim and Katie...Read More » ”
8 of 44 | Posted by: Katie Bryant Senske - New Ulm,, MN

“Dear Susie: I am so sorry for your heartache. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all. Lovingly, Jim and Katie...Read More » ”
9 of 44 | Posted by: Katie Bryant Senske - New Ulm,, MN

“Sue, I was so saddened to recieve this news. My prayers continue for you and your family. With love, Mary Jo ”
10 of 44 | Posted by: Mary Jo McKinney Jameson - TX

“This obit is a lovely tribute to a good person. Sue, my prayers remain with you and the family. ”
11 of 44 | Posted by: Jane Farris Crutcher - Georgetown, TX

“Susie,Mike and Jenny i am so sorry for your loss. i know each of you have wonderful memories, god bless you and know your in my thoughts and prayers...Read More » ”
12 of 44 | Posted by: Britt Benton - Ft Worth, TX

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Darryl and Katrina Harris (worked with Jennifer at EMSI) ”
13 of 44 | Posted by: Katrina Harris - Cameron, NC

“Our family would like to express our condolences to your family . Tommy Lane Lowry and my Father , Alvin Lawrence Lowry were first cousins . Jack and...Read More » ”
14 of 44 | Posted by: Pamela Lowry Bridges - TX

“Mrs. Lowry- We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. We know how special he was because of knowing how special you are. Our thoughts and prayers...Read More » ”
15 of 44 | Posted by: Donna Zemanek - Hewitt, TX

“Sue,Mike,and Jenny, I'm sorry for your loss!! I have been honored to grow up around a man like Tommy . I will never forget him. May God wrap his...Read More » ”
16 of 44 | Posted by: Will Hammonds - Paris, TX

“Sue, I know there is a hole in your heart that is left by Tommy's passing. We will hold you and your children and grandchildren close in our heart...Read More » ”
17 of 44 | Posted by: Barbara Campbell ONeal - Waco, TX

“Sue & Family, We were saddened to learn of Tommy's passing. We will keep everyone in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort & strength. ...Read More » ”
18 of 44 | Posted by: Randy Necessary - Irving, TX

“Suzie, Mike, and Jenny, What a wonderful 52 years, it seems like yesterday that I was in Susie & Tommy's wedding. Then came Mike, & then came...Read More » ”
19 of 44 | Posted by: Patti Huck - Fort Worth, TX

“Jennifer & Phil, Please accept our sincere condolences regarding the loss of your dear father. May you rejoice in knowing that he is now with...Read More » ”
20 of 44 | Posted by: David & Barbie Christian - TX

“Sue and family--I am so sorry for your loss. Tommy was such a delightful man. I always looked forward to him bringing Lucky into the Animal...Read More » ”
21 of 44 | Posted by: Debbie Oplie Bigham - Waco, TX

“Susie and Mike; Deborah and I are so sorry for your loss. May GOD BLESS YOU AND GIVE YOU PEACE Jim Bugg ”
22 of 44 | Posted by: Jim and Deborah Bugg - Southlake, TX

“To the Entire Lowry Family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I have so many childhood memories of Tommy. He was a life long friend to my dad...Read More » ”
23 of 44 | Posted by: Stacey Wollard Woodard - TX

“Sue, I first got to know Tommy well in 1975 at the TSAFF Waco convention. He always had the time to get to know everyone and make them feel welcome....Read More » ”
24 of 44 | Posted by: Larry R. Keith - Beaumont, TX

“TOMMY RIP AND GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY. ”
25 of 44 | Posted by: TERRY KILGORE - GARLAND, TX

“I met Tommy many times in the last 12 years and he always had a great story to share about his life and times with Fire Fighters in Waco & throughout...Read More » ”
26 of 44 | Posted by: Rafael Torres - Austin, TX

“Our prayers and thoughts are with your family during this sad time. Tommy was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed at the courthouse. ”
27 of 44 | Posted by: Courthouse Deputies - waco, TX

“So sorry for your loss. Know he will be greatly missed. Time and friends will help to ease the pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ”
28 of 44 | Posted by: Jack and Bettye Cook - Austin, TX

“I will never forget Tommy. He brightened our days seeing his smile and sweetness in our office at the courthouse. We love him and will miss him...Read More » ”
29 of 44 | Posted by: Leslie Polansky - Waco, TX

“My heart breaks for you and your family....Tommy fought a good fight, finished the race and kept the faith....I know your faith will give you the...Read More » ”
30 of 44 | Posted by: Bette Sirianni - Lewisville, TX

“We were so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. He was one of the good "guys". ”
31 of 44 | Posted by: Joe & Bee Cendrowski - Waco, TX

“We will never forget Tommy Lowry and what he brought to our lives! May the love of the Lord surround his family and bring them peace. Tommy will live...Read More » ”
32 of 44 | Posted by: Becky, Bill Bellamy - Hewitt, TX

“Sue, Mike & Jen, you guys have lost a great husband and dad. I will miss an old campaign buddy, a true friend, and although I have a lot of good ...Read More » ”
33 of 44 | Posted by: Bob Frazier - Lillian, TX

“We send our prayers to you and the family. Tommy was a good friend and we had a lot of laughs and good times. ”
34 of 44 | Posted by: Joe & Annette Sullins - Waco, TX

“Sue,Michael,& Jen: You know that you all are in our prayers. Tommy was such a good husband, Dad, & grandfather. I feel like we have lost a part of...Read More » ”
35 of 44 | Posted by: Linda Howell - Waco, TX

“I'm so proud of Mr Lowry and his life and his family. I am honored to have been with him all of my life. He had a big influence on my life. We...Read More » ”
36 of 44 | Posted by: Donald - Katy, TX

“Tommy was one of my favorite people at the McLennan County Courthouse. His thoughtful, professional and gracious attitude spoke volumes about his...Read More » ”
37 of 44 | Posted by: Brad Cates - Waco, TX - Friend

“Dearest Mrs. Lowry and Family: You will travel through the days and weeks and months ahead on the wings of my prayers. I do not know what to...Read More » ”
38 of 44 | Posted by: Carla Marshall Hernandez - TX

“We send our love and prayers to your family. May God be with you during this difficult time. ”
39 of 44 | Posted by: Clint & Laura Meredith - Waco, TX

“Dear Mike and Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I pray God's peace and comfort surround you as you grieve your Dad's...Read More » ”
40 of 44 | Posted by: Tommy Christopherson - Arlington, TX

“tommy was a special family friend. thank you Lord for the privladge of knowing him.we will surely miss him.gene& delynn hall ”
41 of 44 | Posted by: gene & delynn hall - waco texas, TX

“We send our love and prayers to your family. May God hold you in His hands at this difficult time. Tommy was a special friend. Bill &...Read More » ”
42 of 44 | Posted by: Bill & Shirley Grube - Waco, TX

“Mike and Family, You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. ”
43 of 44 | Posted by: Diana Ryan - Euless, TX

“Mike and family, I am so sorry to here about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. ”
44 of 44 | Posted by: Melissa Thomas - Arlington, TX


Tommy Lane Lowry October 4, 1935 - September 16, 2011 Tommy Lane Lowry, 75, of Waco passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Friday, September 16, 2011. Private graveside services will be held with the Rev. Jerry Kirkpatrick and Rev. Elizabeth Grasham-Reeves officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at Lakewood Christian Church at a later date. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m., Monday, September 19, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Garden Room. Tommy was born October 4, 1935, in Waco, to Johnny and Robbie Lowry, their only child. He graduated from LaVega High School and attended Victoria Junior College. He served proudly in the United States Marine Corps. On December 19, 1958, he married his sweetheart, Sue Ducas. Together they set out to get Sue through Baylor University. Tommy worked full time with the Waco Fire Department as an engineer/fire fighter and two part time jobs to accomplish their goal. Tommy was a Mason and a member of the Waco Founder Lions Club. He was President of the Local #478 Fire Fighters Union, as well as Vice President of the Texas State Fire Fighters Association. After 34 years of service to the WFD, he retired and was elected Vice President Emeritus of the Texas State Fire Fighters Association. He was a devoted husband and father, and his children were all treasures to him. Tommy was an avid sports fan and loved to socialize on the golf course and at the card table with his loyal buddies. When Sue and Tommy traveled, their favorite spot was New Orleans. Tommy was an active member of Lakewood Christian Church, where he was serving as a deacon. He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandmother, Adelia Lane. He is survived by his wife of more than 52 years, Sue Ducas Lowry; son, Michael Lane Lowry and wife, Darla; daughter, Jennifer Lowry Roach and husband, Phil; granddaughters, April, Ashley and Amber Lowry, and Ashton, Rachel and Peyton Roach; and one great granddaughter, Chloe Lane Sudbury; and father-in-law, Lawrence A. Ducas. He will be greatly missed by his loving dog, Lucky. Honorary pallbearers are the City of Waco Fire Department, Texas State Fire Fighters Association, Waco Founder Lions Club, and all his loyal buddies. The family wishes to thank Dr. Amy Talbert and her staff, Dr. Ofobuike Okani and his staff, Dr. Patel and the Oncology/ER staff at Hillcrest Medical Center, Scott & White Pulmonary Clinic, and a very special thanks to Scott & White Hospice at Hillcrest. Donations may be made to Lakewood Christian Church, 6509 Bosque Blvd, Waco TX 76710. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.WilkirsonHatchBailey.com.

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