Leo Lowe
Aug 20th 1939 - Nov 4th 2009
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Sherry Lynn
November 4th 2011
Two years have passed since you left us. Not a day goes by that we ALL don't think about you! You are SO missed by us all! You are always in our hearts. I can feel your presence. Again, I just miss that BIG smile & that pat on my leg!! OH, how I wish you were here. All the grandkids have grown up so fast. Your Georgie is so tall. Taller than both of us. Tristin continues to ALWAYS sit in your chair. He feels so much comfort in it! He has grown into such a handsome man!! Hunter man is doing so much hunting & fishing, he also has grown up so fast, and is still as handsome as he always was! Brookie has matured so quickly, that she is no longer a little girl. She is dating now, as her mother & father are aging quickly over her beauty. They ALL are doing SO good in school! They constantly bring up your name as they miss their CRAZY grandpa, that would constantly make them laugh! I know your in a better place & you are shining down on us & watching over each & every one of us! OH, how I wish you were here to comfort me sometimes, telling me that it would be OK! Hoping you are getting the garden ready, when it is time for us to come & join you! Until then, MY LEO, WE LOVE YOU & MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
Love, your Sherry Lynn
June 19th 2011
Happy Father's Day! NO one could miss you more than I do. It's VERY lonely without you! I Thank God for taking you & so you didn't have to suffer any more. YOU put up a GOOD fight, but the pain was to much!! In the same breath I say, WHY did you leave us? It has been very hard for Ryan, he misses you SO much, and keeps saying & blaming himself for not being there for you! He doesn't have his Dad (his BEST friend) there to talk to & help guide him! I keep Praying he doesn't give up, and keep pushing himself to be the best, for this is what his dad would want! You were LOVED, way more than you could ever imagine! Your not here today, to ask, when will everyone be here? Always, waited for his kids to be here! He so looked forward to having his family around him! He loved each & everyone of them SOOO much! NOT a day goes by, that we all think of you constantly. I feel your presence, but miss that pat, you always gave me! You are missed more than words could say! They say it will get easier, it hasn't & it won't. Life just isn't the same without you! I MISS you so much!! LOVE ALWAYS, your Sherry Lynn
Dawn
June 19th 2011
Happy Father's Day dad. I miss you so much... We're getting ready to back to visit Randy's dad today and I wish so much that you were still here to visit, as well.I remember you sitting in the garage waiting for us and I would say "sorry we're late,dad." You would reply "you're right on time,Dawnie". You knew we were always about an hour late! I think of you every single day and miss you greatly--I've been finding quite a few dimes lately and so has Mom. R.P. is going through some rough times and I don't know how to help him...If there's anything you can do,please shine down on him. He misses you sooooo much.We all do,Dad...I love you and cherish the many great memories I have of you this Father's Day...Butterfly kisses,Dawnie
Dawn Long
November 4th 2010
I can't believe that a whole year has gone by...Not a day goes by that I don't think of you Dad.I look at your picture every day and miss you more than words can say.Just recently,I was listening to songs on youtube,of course I had to listen to "Butterfly Kisses" as this was "our" song...A strange thing happened when it came to the part"Daddy's little girl" ------the computer stopped and those words remained on the screen for about a minute and then the song continued on.I know you are there for all of us each and every day. Even though we can't physically see you, we can feel your presence.We love and miss you greatly.Some days are more difficult than others and I just feel overwhelmed and wish so much that I could see you, talk to you and give you a big hug. I know you are happy now,free from pain and suffering and that's what gets me through the hard times...LOVE,Dawny----Daddy's little girl
Sherri Lynn
November 4th 2010
11-04-2010. It's been a year! We still MISS you SO much! Not a day goes by that we don't think of you! We thought of you yesterday, and every day that you have been gone! We often speak your name and talk about what you liked or what you would have done! We all have wonderful memories and keep you close to our hearts. The other morning Tamra was on her way to work and deer ran out in front of her, and all she can remember is hearing YOU saying, don't veer, don't veer. You were there riding with her it was YOUR voice she heard so clearly! YOU are still with us PROTECTING us! Although we ALL miss you SO much, we are so glad you are not suffering anymore! You are with the LORD now, and he will keep you now. We have you in our hearts, until we meet again. WE "LOVE" you and MISS you so much!
dawnie
July 26th 2010
This past weekend,I attended a family reunion on my moms side of the family. There was an empty place in my heart from not having my dad there... One of my relatives closely resembles my dad, his name is Phil. I caught myself staring at him many times-happy that he was there,but wishing it was my dad... People say that it gets easier, but I don't believe it... Some days are better than others,but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of him and miss him terribly. I feel selfish for wishing he were still here with us. I worry about my mom... I know she is lonely and I worry that she's giving up. She has always taken care of everyone else before herself and I just wish she'd go to the doctor...I can't bear the thought of losing her as well...If you read this,please say a prayer...Thank you.
Tamra
July 24th 2010
Well, I still visit this site to see if anyone else has
had a special memory of my dad, as it would surely be a good one, and may help me feel not so very far away from him. My mon has entered a new thought since I last visited. I wish I could take away some of the pain that is so clearly visible. Dad would want you to be happy, mom. You deserve to ----- he wouldn't want you to isolate yourself. And he would want you to do something for yourself, and you know that. He'd be saying, "Cheri, I want to see you happy!!!!! It always bothered him when he would see you cry and he'd tell me about it. Don't dwell on the hurt, focus on the future. I love you( both of you)
SHERRIE LYNN
March 9th 2010
I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I WILL ALWAYS MISS HIM!! EVERYDAY I WAKE UP TO A LONELY HOUSE. I MISS HIS SMILE AND TWINKLE IN HIS EYES, AND NEVER DID I THINK I'D MISS HIM JOKING WITH ME CONSTANTLY. BUT...I DO! SO MANY DICISIONS I HAVE HAD TO MAKE, THAT HE, ALWAYS KNEW WHAT TO DO. HE'S NOT THERE TO HELP COMFORT ME, WHEN I'M DOWN. THAT PAT ON MY LEG OR ARM, TO LET ME KNOW HOW MUCH HE APPRECIATED EVERYTHING I TRIED TO HELP HIM WITH. OH HOW I MISS THAT! IT SURE ISN'T THE SAME. BUT I THANK HIM FOR THE BEAUTIFUL KIDS HE GAVE US! WHAT WOULD I DO WITHOUT THEM?? I AM SOOOOO
BLESSED!! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TERRIBLY!!! BUT, SO GLAD YOU ARE NOT SUFFERING ANYMORE! THAT WAS SO HARD TO WATCH YOU SUFFERING, AND NOTHING I COULD DO TO HELP YOU!! PLEASE GOD JUST GIVE HIM ALL THE LOVE YOU CAN! HE IS SO DESERVING OF IT!! HE LOVED "ALL" HIS KIDS AND GRANDKIDS SO MUCH!!! THEY WERE HIS LIFE!! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, I LOVE YOU!!
TAMRA LOWE
January 19th 2010
I still tink about you every single day, and wish (selfishly so that I were taking you to yet another dr's appt.) Dad, I just want you to know taht you are not forgotten. Oh I love you soooooooooooo, and although I try to make a good front of it, I still ache from you not physically being here. To all those that at least signes his memory page, I thank you, and to you, dad, I miss you immensely!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ryan (rp) Lowe
November 16th 2009
There are so many memories from when i was young going fishing and hunting with him and (Pretty p roy) most of the time or Randy, always was a very good time. He taught me how to do alot at a very early age, from working on cars to how to hunt and fish. He always knew when i was wrenching on something because he would find the tools usually in the yard when mowing the lawn,he always loved that.He taught me how to play cribbage and many other card games at a very early age if we were not out fishing and hunting you could usually find us in the house playing cards or at a friends house. We spent so much time together when i was young, He could not go anywhere without me right by his side, or i would throw a fit. When i got older we still did alot together from hunting and fishing to playing cribbage to whatever came to mind and will always remember all the great memories. He was always there if i needed anything he would get it some how. He was always there if i needed to talk and i always took advantage of that. Thank you dad for all the great memories we have and we all will be together soon, i will always think about you and love you forever.Your buddy always R.p.
Virginia & Bob
November 12th 2009
November 12, 2009
THE MEANING OF YELLOW ROSES
The bright, sunny color of yellow roses brings a feeling of warmth and happiness. The yellow rose is a symbol of joy and friendship, and yellow roses represent feelings of joy and delight, and brighten your day. There is perhaps no other flower that is able to bring out a smile in quite the way that a yellow rose can.
Thinking of you all ... with lots of love, Virginia & Bob
DAWN MARIE LONG(LOWE)-PEANUT
November 11th 2009
To all of you who are still checking my Dad's site, I wanted to take a moment to share something with you...Last night{11-10-09],before I went to bed,I went outside to talk to my Dad and when I looked in my flower bed,there was a yellow rose on my rosebush that was not there the day before...I believe he wants me to know that he's still there for me and that he's at peace now...I will keep that rose forever....
Mary Lowe
November 10th 2009
Bull shared his brother's sweet tooth. I have been married to Bob for 44 years and have baked almost every week of those years. They say the way to a man's heart is thru his stomach. Before Bull got sick he seemed to know/sense when I baked as he showed up for a visit shortly after. I can still picture him and Bob sitting at the dining room table eating homemade pie (usually Bob's favorite - apple) and often Bull would take a second piece. I have missed his visits the last few years but will always remember his sunny personality and smile. Bull, you have earned the rest and you are now pain free. Bob and I love you all. Mary
Darla (Orr) Shellberg
November 9th 2009
This wonderful man that most of you refer to as Leo or Bernard or Bull, has only one name to me and that is "Dad". Dawn and I grew up together and my late elementary and junior high years were spent as much with her family as they were with my own. I loved spending time with her family. "Dad" was always a special person to me. He always made me feel right at home at their house and I actually looked forward to being picked on by him when I came over. I guess being picked on made me know that he loved me! :)
I remember one night when I spent the night, Dawn (and Jill) had fallen asleep and I got up because I was thirsty. "Dad" was awake and came out to the kitchen with me and we sat down and had a glass of milk and a nice talk. The talk wasn't about anything important but that's what was so important about it... he just took the time to sit with me and pay attention. Most parents would get you a drink and send you back up to bed... not Dad... and I will always cherish that moment.
My own parents died when I was 12 and even though it was tragic, I knew I still had people like "Mom and Dad" Lowe that would always be there for me. I know we haven't kept in touch over the years but I could never forget what this fabulous man (and the rest of the family) mean to me! I am very saddened by this loss and my prayers are with all of you.
Randy Long (Nick Name from Bull: "Randalls
November 9th 2009
Bull once told me:
"Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today."
(James Dean)
This saying stuck with me and now makes more sense than ever!
I met Bull 20 years ago when I started dating his daughter, now my wife, Dawn. She was 19 years old at the time, and yes... I too got the "dull spoon" treatment after bringing her home 15 minutes late on the second date! At that time, I didn't know what to think of him, and wasn't sure if I would come back. Afterall, I needed those if he ever wanted grandchildren! However, once I got to know Bull, I found him to be the exact opposite of what my initial impression was. In fact, he treated me like a son and we developed a bond that stood the test of time. Whether we were hunting, fishing, working on cars, playing cribbage, or getting "sideways", time always went way to fast and we always had more than our share of fun!
Anyone that knew Bull, knew that he had his very own vanicular. Here's just several of his special words and sayings that I've managed to fit into my vocabulary: "Pretty", "Tired", "Boggin Down", "Sideways", "Toodles", "Yessum", "Food-hungry", "High Steppin", and "Shebe-alright!". Some words only he could make the correct pronunciation on, I would not try to compete. There's not enough room to fit all of the words that he brought to life, however, hopefully those of us that knew him well are smiling right now!!! You also know your special nick name if you came around enough;-)
Bull definitely had an interesting life, which I'm sure contributed to shaping his unique personality. There are so many qualities that Bull had, they are far too numerous to recount. His compassion, kindness, and generosity will be sadly missed. His humor, laugh, and sharp witt will be remembered forever. He has always been a best friend, always ready to listen and lend a hand, and never failed to give a word of encouragement. I will surely miss him...
Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. (Author Unknown)
Tristin Hall
November 9th 2009
I always thought grandpa was a very nice and loved man.He loved 2 hunt and even fed what he hunted!Turkeys!That is what we eat!He caught and trapped racoons.I remember that cage he had out in the front where that ramp is.He loved 2 work on cars and build them.He also liked 2 work on sheet metal.We can ALL tell that he has like a million stickers on the fridge outside that have 2 do with sheet metal.He loved 2 cut and make stained glass.I will miss him alot.
Dawn Marie Long/Peanut
November 9th 2009
Anyone that knew my Dad,would say what a generous,kind-hearted man he was.He'd do anything for anyone,even if it meant changing his plans.He was so giving.My collection of CocaCola items consists largely of things he bought for me.Every Christmas,a new collectible CocaCola truck would come out and I would always look forward to finding it under the tree.I'm going to miss that...I have so many happy childhood memories of him-how he would take me sledding in the winter; fairs and amusement parks in the summer-I could always count on him to go on any ride that I wanted-I think he had even more fun than I did!That's just how he was...He loved to have fun!When I was 12,he taught me how to drive,so when I took drivers training,I was pretty well experienced from driving our country road,the previous 3 years!As I became a teenager,he was very protective of me going on dates and after shaking the guys hand,he'd say:"I have a DULL spoon and I will use it on you if you touch my daughter". My Dad had his own vocabulary-some of it good and some I can't repeat-his sense of humor was like no other!! There's so much that I'm going to miss about my Dad...He put up such a strong fight against cancer...His nickname[BULL] fits him well.He went through so much...I love him with all my heart and although I'm in pain from missing him,I have to be thankful that he's not in pain anymore.I trust that God will help my family and I get through this difficult time.I love you all...
Mike and Laura Pearson
November 9th 2009
Though we didn't know him as well as we should have, it was very obvious that Bull loved our sister, his kids and his grandkids.He was always willing to pitch in and help when assistance was needed. We'll never forget the sweltering July day back in 2001 when he and two other "young" brothers-in law (Bernie and Russ) arrived to help Laura and I move into our new Kalamazoo home. We called them "our cavalry". Bull was pretty tuckered out at the end of the day, but we couldn't have done it without him. We will celebrate his life and the good times we had.
May God bless Cheryl and her family in their time of mourning.
Brooke Long/Brookie
November 8th 2009
I remember when I was about two and I used to hit grandpa with a fly swatter when he used to dunk his "tookies in his toffee" (cookies in his coffee). I also remeber when he used to do this funny dance to a song called "Betty Lou". He always used to make everyone around him laugh, and he had a nickname for everyone. Another memory I had with him is when he used to take all the grandchildren on these rides in a wagon behind a tractor. We went all the way down the road until we got to this bridge where we would stop for a few minuets and try to see fish swimming in this ditch/creekish thing. Everytime we would get ready to leave grandma would always whip out the bug spray and hose all of the kids down. Grandpa is now in a better place and although we all miss him, Im sure god is taking great care of him and he is out of pain. I will always love him!
Hunter Long
November 8th 2009
I remember how my granpa loved to joke around ! He would always tease me about girls. My granpa use to take me for tractor rides. I use to watch tv with him. I miss him calling me little buddy. I will always love him...
Brianna Hall/Goerge
November 8th 2009
Grandpa was always there when you needed help.he always used to give us rides on his lawn mower with the wagon conected to the mower while he mowed the lawn.He would not suffer any longer.Oh how i hope there's a god takeing good care of him everyday. Oh i will miss him so much.but he's in a better place where harm can't touch.but he's still here smehow saying [i love you.] i will miss you soooooooooooo much.love Brianna/what grandpa used to call me Goerge p.s you can still call me Goerge.
CHERYL LOWE
November 8th 2009
I'm only hanging on to ALL the good memories. Leo was a wonderful husband and a TRUE friend. He loved his family, and friends with all his heart. He had a lot of people that loved him as much. He had a lot of TRUE friends, LeRoy Marks, Burt Robinson, Ron Haney, Eddie Brackins, and many more to many to mention. To all his brothers and sisters, that were always there to help. His nephews Tom Lowe Jr. Johnny Jubb. His brother BOB who was there who put in his garden this year, and keep his garage cleaned, these people stuck by him ! A BIG thank you to all of you for your visits, phone calls etc. It meant so much to him. He thought the world of all of you. He'd give anyone the shirt off his back. And would be the first one there, if anyone needed any help! His life was cut short, because he loved life to it's fullest. But, towards the end, he would say Cheryl, this is no life! I thought he was being selfish, but NO it was me that was selfish, because I never wanted him to leave. But, we will meet again! He thought it was getting to much for me to handle, to take care of him, but, I would have not had it any other way, and GOD always gave me the strength! But, he was getting tired. He tried his hardest! But, when he started to struggle to breathe, I could only PRAY, that GOD would not make him suffer long! I will miss him SO much, all his funny remarks, that SMILE and not being there for me, to tell me WHAT to do when something goes wrong. I LOVED him with all my heart. He was a "BEAUTIFUL" person! He is in a better place now, it helps me to know he is not suffering any more! And THANK YOU to all my sisters, and brother for their support, at this TERRIBLE hard time! THANK YOU to my kids, and their spouses for always being there to help us. Leo gave us 3 beautiful children, and 4 wonderful grandchildren! I don't know what I would have done without family! They all are, OUR pride and joy! We were BLESSED! THANK YOU GOD!
Tamra Lowe
November 7th 2009
I have so many memories of my dad that it is hard to pinpoint just one. Not all of them are great, but who's are? The cancer that robbed my children of years with their grandpa also gave me the opportinity to grow closer to my dad. I can only imagine that this could be a small part of the equation to this imeasurable grief. I am so grateful that I could give my dad some love and care, that he was never even shown early on. (in his childhood) For that I am grateful to the cancer. I know that sounds twisted, but I don't know if I ever would have felt the enormity of what is love that I grew to know. I miss you so much, dad; but I am so relieved that you are not suffering ------you've done enough of that. To my family-----I love each and every one of you and I can only credit my greatest teachers for that----my MOM and DAD!!!!!!!
Bob & Virginia Klauer
November 7th 2009
Cheryl, Dawn, Tamra, and Ryan --
Hold tight to your memories of husband and father. He certainly put up a tough fight. Bob and I have many good memories of our times with him, especially at our family get-togethers.
Always remember . . .
"God saw that you were getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered 'come to me.'
With tearful eyes we watched you, and until you passed away. Although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best."
Burton Robson
November 6th 2009
Cheryl, Sorry to hear of your lost. Bull was a good man and friend. He will be remembered always. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Burt
Michelle Kuras
November 6th 2009
Dawn,
I am so sorry to hearing of your father's passing. I know you and he were very close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle
Lisa Lowe-Ryan
November 6th 2009
I remember Uncle Bull as being gentle, loving, and happy. He enjoyed teasing, joking, laughing and visiting. I will always remember his laughter and smiles!
Sherry Lynn
November 4th 2011
Two years have passed since you left us. Not a day goes by that we ALL don't think about you! You are SO missed by us all! You are always in our hearts. I can feel your presence. Again, I just miss that BIG smile & that pat on my leg!! OH, how I wish you were here. All the grandkids have grown up so fast. Your Georgie is so tall. Taller than both of us. Tristin continues to ALWAYS sit in your chair. He feels so much comfort in it! He has grown into such a handsome man!! Hunter man is doing so much hunting & fishing, he also has grown up so fast, and is still as handsome as he always was! Brookie has matured so quickly, that she is no longer a little girl. She is dating now, as her mother & father are aging quickly over her beauty. They ALL are doing SO good in school! They constantly bring up your name as they miss their CRAZY grandpa, that would constantly make them laugh! I know your in a better place & you are shining down on us & watching over each & every one of us! OH, how I wish you were here to comfort me sometimes, telling me that it would be OK! Hoping you are getting the garden ready, when it is time for us to come & join you! Until then, MY LEO, WE LOVE YOU & MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
Love, your Sherry Lynn
June 19th 2011
Happy Father's Day! NO one could miss you more than I do. It's VERY lonely without you! I Thank God for taking you & so you didn't have to suffer any more. YOU put up a GOOD fight, but the pain was to much!! In the same breath I say, WHY did you leave us? It has been very hard for Ryan, he misses you SO much, and keeps saying & blaming himself for not being there for you! He doesn't have his Dad (his BEST friend) there to talk to & help guide him! I keep Praying he doesn't give up, and keep pushing himself to be the best, for this is what his dad would want! You were LOVED, way more than you could ever imagine! Your not here today, to ask, when will everyone be here? Always, waited for his kids to be here! He so looked forward to having his family around him! He loved each & everyone of them SOOO much! NOT a day goes by, that we all think of you constantly. I feel your presence, but miss that pat, you always gave me! You are missed more than words could say! They say it will get easier, it hasn't & it won't. Life just isn't the same without you! I MISS you so much!! LOVE ALWAYS, your Sherry Lynn
Dawn
June 19th 2011
Happy Father's Day dad. I miss you so much... We're getting ready to back to visit Randy's dad today and I wish so much that you were still here to visit, as well.I remember you sitting in the garage waiting for us and I would say "sorry we're late,dad." You would reply "you're right on time,Dawnie". You knew we were always about an hour late! I think of you every single day and miss you greatly--I've been finding quite a few dimes lately and so has Mom. R.P. is going through some rough times and I don't know how to help him...If there's anything you can do,please shine down on him. He misses you sooooo much.We all do,Dad...I love you and cherish the many great memories I have of you this Father's Day...Butterfly kisses,Dawnie
Dawn Long
November 4th 2010
I can't believe that a whole year has gone by...Not a day goes by that I don't think of you Dad.I look at your picture every day and miss you more than words can say.Just recently,I was listening to songs on youtube,of course I had to listen to "Butterfly Kisses" as this was "our" song...A strange thing happened when it came to the part"Daddy's little girl" ------the computer stopped and those words remained on the screen for about a minute and then the song continued on.I know you are there for all of us each and every day. Even though we can't physically see you, we can feel your presence.We love and miss you greatly.Some days are more difficult than others and I just feel overwhelmed and wish so much that I could see you, talk to you and give you a big hug. I know you are happy now,free from pain and suffering and that's what gets me through the hard times...LOVE,Dawny----Daddy's little girl
Sherri Lynn
November 4th 2010
11-04-2010. It's been a year! We still MISS you SO much! Not a day goes by that we don't think of you! We thought of you yesterday, and every day that you have been gone! We often speak your name and talk about what you liked or what you would have done! We all have wonderful memories and keep you close to our hearts. The other morning Tamra was on her way to work and deer ran out in front of her, and all she can remember is hearing YOU saying, don't veer, don't veer. You were there riding with her it was YOUR voice she heard so clearly! YOU are still with us PROTECTING us! Although we ALL miss you SO much, we are so glad you are not suffering anymore! You are with the LORD now, and he will keep you now. We have you in our hearts, until we meet again. WE "LOVE" you and MISS you so much!
dawnie
July 26th 2010
This past weekend,I attended a family reunion on my moms side of the family. There was an empty place in my heart from not having my dad there... One of my relatives closely resembles my dad, his name is Phil. I caught myself staring at him many times-happy that he was there,but wishing it was my dad... People say that it gets easier, but I don't believe it... Some days are better than others,but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of him and miss him terribly. I feel selfish for wishing he were still here with us. I worry about my mom... I know she is lonely and I worry that she's giving up. She has always taken care of everyone else before herself and I just wish she'd go to the doctor...I can't bear the thought of losing her as well...If you read this,please say a prayer...Thank you.
Tamra
July 24th 2010
Well, I still visit this site to see if anyone else has
had a special memory of my dad, as it would surely be a good one, and may help me feel not so very far away from him. My mon has entered a new thought since I last visited. I wish I could take away some of the pain that is so clearly visible. Dad would want you to be happy, mom. You deserve to ----- he wouldn't want you to isolate yourself. And he would want you to do something for yourself, and you know that. He'd be saying, "Cheri, I want to see you happy!!!!! It always bothered him when he would see you cry and he'd tell me about it. Don't dwell on the hurt, focus on the future. I love you( both of you)
SHERRIE LYNN
March 9th 2010
I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I WILL ALWAYS MISS HIM!! EVERYDAY I WAKE UP TO A LONELY HOUSE. I MISS HIS SMILE AND TWINKLE IN HIS EYES, AND NEVER DID I THINK I'D MISS HIM JOKING WITH ME CONSTANTLY. BUT...I DO! SO MANY DICISIONS I HAVE HAD TO MAKE, THAT HE, ALWAYS KNEW WHAT TO DO. HE'S NOT THERE TO HELP COMFORT ME, WHEN I'M DOWN. THAT PAT ON MY LEG OR ARM, TO LET ME KNOW HOW MUCH HE APPRECIATED EVERYTHING I TRIED TO HELP HIM WITH. OH HOW I MISS THAT! IT SURE ISN'T THE SAME. BUT I THANK HIM FOR THE BEAUTIFUL KIDS HE GAVE US! WHAT WOULD I DO WITHOUT THEM?? I AM SOOOOO
BLESSED!! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TERRIBLY!!! BUT, SO GLAD YOU ARE NOT SUFFERING ANYMORE! THAT WAS SO HARD TO WATCH YOU SUFFERING, AND NOTHING I COULD DO TO HELP YOU!! PLEASE GOD JUST GIVE HIM ALL THE LOVE YOU CAN! HE IS SO DESERVING OF IT!! HE LOVED "ALL" HIS KIDS AND GRANDKIDS SO MUCH!!! THEY WERE HIS LIFE!! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, I LOVE YOU!!
TAMRA LOWE
January 19th 2010
I still tink about you every single day, and wish (selfishly so that I were taking you to yet another dr's appt.) Dad, I just want you to know taht you are not forgotten. Oh I love you soooooooooooo, and although I try to make a good front of it, I still ache from you not physically being here. To all those that at least signes his memory page, I thank you, and to you, dad, I miss you immensely!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ryan (rp) Lowe
November 16th 2009
There are so many memories from when i was young going fishing and hunting with him and (Pretty p roy) most of the time or Randy, always was a very good time. He taught me how to do alot at a very early age, from working on cars to how to hunt and fish. He always knew when i was wrenching on something because he would find the tools usually in the yard when mowing the lawn,he always loved that.He taught me how to play cribbage and many other card games at a very early age if we were not out fishing and hunting you could usually find us in the house playing cards or at a friends house. We spent so much time together when i was young, He could not go anywhere without me right by his side, or i would throw a fit. When i got older we still did alot together from hunting and fishing to playing cribbage to whatever came to mind and will always remember all the great memories. He was always there if i needed anything he would get it some how. He was always there if i needed to talk and i always took advantage of that. Thank you dad for all the great memories we have and we all will be together soon, i will always think about you and love you forever.Your buddy always R.p.
Virginia & Bob
November 12th 2009
November 12, 2009
THE MEANING OF YELLOW ROSES
The bright, sunny color of yellow roses brings a feeling of warmth and happiness. The yellow rose is a symbol of joy and friendship, and yellow roses represent feelings of joy and delight, and brighten your day. There is perhaps no other flower that is able to bring out a smile in quite the way that a yellow rose can.
Thinking of you all ... with lots of love, Virginia & Bob
DAWN MARIE LONG(LOWE)-PEANUT
November 11th 2009
To all of you who are still checking my Dad's site, I wanted to take a moment to share something with you...Last night{11-10-09],before I went to bed,I went outside to talk to my Dad and when I looked in my flower bed,there was a yellow rose on my rosebush that was not there the day before...I believe he wants me to know that he's still there for me and that he's at peace now...I will keep that rose forever....
Mary Lowe
November 10th 2009
Bull shared his brother's sweet tooth. I have been married to Bob for 44 years and have baked almost every week of those years. They say the way to a man's heart is thru his stomach. Before Bull got sick he seemed to know/sense when I baked as he showed up for a visit shortly after. I can still picture him and Bob sitting at the dining room table eating homemade pie (usually Bob's favorite - apple) and often Bull would take a second piece. I have missed his visits the last few years but will always remember his sunny personality and smile. Bull, you have earned the rest and you are now pain free. Bob and I love you all. Mary
Darla (Orr) Shellberg
November 9th 2009
This wonderful man that most of you refer to as Leo or Bernard or Bull, has only one name to me and that is "Dad". Dawn and I grew up together and my late elementary and junior high years were spent as much with her family as they were with my own. I loved spending time with her family. "Dad" was always a special person to me. He always made me feel right at home at their house and I actually looked forward to being picked on by him when I came over. I guess being picked on made me know that he loved me! :)
I remember one night when I spent the night, Dawn (and Jill) had fallen asleep and I got up because I was thirsty. "Dad" was awake and came out to the kitchen with me and we sat down and had a glass of milk and a nice talk. The talk wasn't about anything important but that's what was so important about it... he just took the time to sit with me and pay attention. Most parents would get you a drink and send you back up to bed... not Dad... and I will always cherish that moment.
My own parents died when I was 12 and even though it was tragic, I knew I still had people like "Mom and Dad" Lowe that would always be there for me. I know we haven't kept in touch over the years but I could never forget what this fabulous man (and the rest of the family) mean to me! I am very saddened by this loss and my prayers are with all of you.
Randy Long (Nick Name from Bull: "Randalls
November 9th 2009
Bull once told me:
"Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today."
(James Dean)
This saying stuck with me and now makes more sense than ever!
I met Bull 20 years ago when I started dating his daughter, now my wife, Dawn. She was 19 years old at the time, and yes... I too got the "dull spoon" treatment after bringing her home 15 minutes late on the second date! At that time, I didn't know what to think of him, and wasn't sure if I would come back. Afterall, I needed those if he ever wanted grandchildren! However, once I got to know Bull, I found him to be the exact opposite of what my initial impression was. In fact, he treated me like a son and we developed a bond that stood the test of time. Whether we were hunting, fishing, working on cars, playing cribbage, or getting "sideways", time always went way to fast and we always had more than our share of fun!
Anyone that knew Bull, knew that he had his very own vanicular. Here's just several of his special words and sayings that I've managed to fit into my vocabulary: "Pretty", "Tired", "Boggin Down", "Sideways", "Toodles", "Yessum", "Food-hungry", "High Steppin", and "Shebe-alright!". Some words only he could make the correct pronunciation on, I would not try to compete. There's not enough room to fit all of the words that he brought to life, however, hopefully those of us that knew him well are smiling right now!!! You also know your special nick name if you came around enough;-)
Bull definitely had an interesting life, which I'm sure contributed to shaping his unique personality. There are so many qualities that Bull had, they are far too numerous to recount. His compassion, kindness, and generosity will be sadly missed. His humor, laugh, and sharp witt will be remembered forever. He has always been a best friend, always ready to listen and lend a hand, and never failed to give a word of encouragement. I will surely miss him...
Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. (Author Unknown)
Tristin Hall
November 9th 2009
I always thought grandpa was a very nice and loved man.He loved 2 hunt and even fed what he hunted!Turkeys!That is what we eat!He caught and trapped racoons.I remember that cage he had out in the front where that ramp is.He loved 2 work on cars and build them.He also liked 2 work on sheet metal.We can ALL tell that he has like a million stickers on the fridge outside that have 2 do with sheet metal.He loved 2 cut and make stained glass.I will miss him alot.
Dawn Marie Long/Peanut
November 9th 2009
Anyone that knew my Dad,would say what a generous,kind-hearted man he was.He'd do anything for anyone,even if it meant changing his plans.He was so giving.My collection of CocaCola items consists largely of things he bought for me.Every Christmas,a new collectible CocaCola truck would come out and I would always look forward to finding it under the tree.I'm going to miss that...I have so many happy childhood memories of him-how he would take me sledding in the winter; fairs and amusement parks in the summer-I could always count on him to go on any ride that I wanted-I think he had even more fun than I did!That's just how he was...He loved to have fun!When I was 12,he taught me how to drive,so when I took drivers training,I was pretty well experienced from driving our country road,the previous 3 years!As I became a teenager,he was very protective of me going on dates and after shaking the guys hand,he'd say:"I have a DULL spoon and I will use it on you if you touch my daughter". My Dad had his own vocabulary-some of it good and some I can't repeat-his sense of humor was like no other!! There's so much that I'm going to miss about my Dad...He put up such a strong fight against cancer...His nickname[BULL] fits him well.He went through so much...I love him with all my heart and although I'm in pain from missing him,I have to be thankful that he's not in pain anymore.I trust that God will help my family and I get through this difficult time.I love you all...
Mike and Laura Pearson
November 9th 2009
Though we didn't know him as well as we should have, it was very obvious that Bull loved our sister, his kids and his grandkids.He was always willing to pitch in and help when assistance was needed. We'll never forget the sweltering July day back in 2001 when he and two other "young" brothers-in law (Bernie and Russ) arrived to help Laura and I move into our new Kalamazoo home. We called them "our cavalry". Bull was pretty tuckered out at the end of the day, but we couldn't have done it without him. We will celebrate his life and the good times we had.
May God bless Cheryl and her family in their time of mourning.
Brooke Long/Brookie
November 8th 2009
I remember when I was about two and I used to hit grandpa with a fly swatter when he used to dunk his "tookies in his toffee" (cookies in his coffee). I also remeber when he used to do this funny dance to a song called "Betty Lou". He always used to make everyone around him laugh, and he had a nickname for everyone. Another memory I had with him is when he used to take all the grandchildren on these rides in a wagon behind a tractor. We went all the way down the road until we got to this bridge where we would stop for a few minuets and try to see fish swimming in this ditch/creekish thing. Everytime we would get ready to leave grandma would always whip out the bug spray and hose all of the kids down. Grandpa is now in a better place and although we all miss him, Im sure god is taking great care of him and he is out of pain. I will always love him!
Hunter Long
November 8th 2009
I remember how my granpa loved to joke around ! He would always tease me about girls. My granpa use to take me for tractor rides. I use to watch tv with him. I miss him calling me little buddy. I will always love him...
Brianna Hall/Goerge
November 8th 2009
Grandpa was always there when you needed help.he always used to give us rides on his lawn mower with the wagon conected to the mower while he mowed the lawn.He would not suffer any longer.Oh how i hope there's a god takeing good care of him everyday. Oh i will miss him so much.but he's in a better place where harm can't touch.but he's still here smehow saying [i love you.] i will miss you soooooooooooo much.love Brianna/what grandpa used to call me Goerge p.s you can still call me Goerge.
CHERYL LOWE
November 8th 2009
I'm only hanging on to ALL the good memories. Leo was a wonderful husband and a TRUE friend. He loved his family, and friends with all his heart. He had a lot of people that loved him as much. He had a lot of TRUE friends, LeRoy Marks, Burt Robinson, Ron Haney, Eddie Brackins, and many more to many to mention. To all his brothers and sisters, that were always there to help. His nephews Tom Lowe Jr. Johnny Jubb. His brother BOB who was there who put in his garden this year, and keep his garage cleaned, these people stuck by him ! A BIG thank you to all of you for your visits, phone calls etc. It meant so much to him. He thought the world of all of you. He'd give anyone the shirt off his back. And would be the first one there, if anyone needed any help! His life was cut short, because he loved life to it's fullest. But, towards the end, he would say Cheryl, this is no life! I thought he was being selfish, but NO it was me that was selfish, because I never wanted him to leave. But, we will meet again! He thought it was getting to much for me to handle, to take care of him, but, I would have not had it any other way, and GOD always gave me the strength! But, he was getting tired. He tried his hardest! But, when he started to struggle to breathe, I could only PRAY, that GOD would not make him suffer long! I will miss him SO much, all his funny remarks, that SMILE and not being there for me, to tell me WHAT to do when something goes wrong. I LOVED him with all my heart. He was a "BEAUTIFUL" person! He is in a better place now, it helps me to know he is not suffering any more! And THANK YOU to all my sisters, and brother for their support, at this TERRIBLE hard time! THANK YOU to my kids, and their spouses for always being there to help us. Leo gave us 3 beautiful children, and 4 wonderful grandchildren! I don't know what I would have done without family! They all are, OUR pride and joy! We were BLESSED! THANK YOU GOD!
Tamra Lowe
November 7th 2009
I have so many memories of my dad that it is hard to pinpoint just one. Not all of them are great, but who's are? The cancer that robbed my children of years with their grandpa also gave me the opportinity to grow closer to my dad. I can only imagine that this could be a small part of the equation to this imeasurable grief. I am so grateful that I could give my dad some love and care, that he was never even shown early on. (in his childhood) For that I am grateful to the cancer. I know that sounds twisted, but I don't know if I ever would have felt the enormity of what is love that I grew to know. I miss you so much, dad; but I am so relieved that you are not suffering ------you've done enough of that. To my family-----I love each and every one of you and I can only credit my greatest teachers for that----my MOM and DAD!!!!!!!
Bob & Virginia Klauer
November 7th 2009
Cheryl, Dawn, Tamra, and Ryan --
Hold tight to your memories of husband and father. He certainly put up a tough fight. Bob and I have many good memories of our times with him, especially at our family get-togethers.
Always remember . . .
"God saw that you were getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered 'come to me.'
With tearful eyes we watched you, and until you passed away. Although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best."
Burton Robson
November 6th 2009
Cheryl, Sorry to hear of your lost. Bull was a good man and friend. He will be remembered always. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Burt
Michelle Kuras
November 6th 2009
Dawn,
I am so sorry to hearing of your father's passing. I know you and he were very close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle
Lisa Lowe-Ryan
November 6th 2009
I remember Uncle Bull as being gentle, loving, and happy. He enjoyed teasing, joking, laughing and visiting. I will always remember his laughter and smiles!
