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GLORIA FLORENCE LOWRY
Born: Jul 11, 1942
Date of Passing: Mar 23, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGLORIA FLORENCE LOWRY (July 11, 1942 - March 23, 2017) Gloria Lowry has taken leave of us and in that leaving has left both sadness and memories. The memories will sustain us and make known how proud we are to have shared a life with Gloria. Gloria Florence was born July 11, 1942. Her first two names were in honour of two cousins, the children of two brothers named Goodsell. Her last name, Rezanson, was from her father who had the good fortune to marry Verna Osachoff and the two had a son Fred and our dear Gloria. Life in the small town of Kamsack, Saskatchewan offered a special experience where neighbours are friends and sharing is natural. Both qualities, friendship and sharing, would identify Gloria who saw her friends as jewels to be treasured. She attended school in Kamsack and has maintained contact with many of her former classmates. Winnipeg with the promise of independence and adventure attracted her. With Gloria, curiosity always won out over trepidation. Challenges were to be overcome and were never obstacles. Work filled her time but friends filled her life. Gloria was particularly pleased to have shared a room in the Sir Hugh John Macdonald House in Winnipeg. First, because it is now the Dalnavert Museum and Visitors' Centre and secondly it was where she met the love of her life, a young, mannered Gordon Lowry. It was a marriage that was into its 52nd year. Gloria's work ethics made her an ideal entrepreneur and she ran her own business until retirement. Work and play came together when Gloria served as President of the Women's Curling League at the Granite Curling Club. She also served on the executive of the The Women's Canadian Club of Winnipeg. More recently, Gloria had been active in the Multiple Myeloma Community raising money for research and being active in support groups. The Winnipeg March for Myeloma consistently led in raising funds. Gloria, Gord and their many friends generously participated. We, her family and her friends, will miss her but know that we valued her friendship as much as she valued ours. Hers was a life driven by curiosity, tempered by dedication and framed by friendship. What a joy to have shared that life. Gloria requested that there be no Service. CHAPEL LAWN www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 01, 2017
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Dear Gord, We were deeply saddened to hear of Gloria's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy, Brian & Ann Barnes and family - Posted by: Ann and Brian Barnes (Friends) on: May 31, 2017
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Gord my thoughts are with you at this sad time. It was always nice to come to the Winnipeg office and see Gloria's happy smile on her face, she always made you feel at home. I will never forget that. - Posted by: ken jasper () on: Apr 03, 2017
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Gloria, you where my friend who valued my interest in life you listened to my ongoing stories ,you thought me about Goodness in life, and COURAGE and PATIENCE, I felt so close to you and LOVED YOU SO MUCH. I will always remember, the last days we spend togethervisiting for hours," never a dull moment." I left your house, saying to myself, I will follow her legacy. You never complained, and saw the positive side, you cheered me, up instead me you. I wish we could have kept you longer with us. But God took you to him. You took along a piece of my Heart Wally and Me miss you so much, you will always be in our memories as a dear Friend, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN . Gord we will keep you in our prayers, and remember we are your Friends to. Love Helga/ Wally Klassen - Posted by: Wally /Helga (Friends) on: Apr 02, 2017
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Gord....Gloria was a great partner to you in marriage as you have been to me in business. My thoughts are with you at this time and always. - Posted by: Ron Jones (Gord's Business Partner in B C) on: Apr 02, 2017
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Gord, last week we heard through Glenn of Gloria's passing, since then our thoughts and emotions have been with you. Gloria was truly a good soul. - Posted by: Brian and Rhonda Auld () on: Apr 02, 2017
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Sad to hear about Gloria's passing. Her warmth and honest care for her family and friends was a special part of a wonderful human who touched many lives and left behind a legacy of character and kindness. Thinking of Gord at this time, stay strong. - Posted by: Jeff Makeiff (Cousin) on: Apr 02, 2017
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We cherish all the times we spent with Gord and Gloria - either at our place or theirs. We were so lucky to live so close to them. Always great stories and lots of laughs. I never heard Gloria complain about anything - even when she was in the hospital. Always cheery - always optimistic. I am glad I got to spend as much time as I did before we left for the winter; talking about life, family, Kamsack, anything and everything else. I never thought it would be the last time I would see her. The sky has a new star now - you will never be forgotten and will always be missed. - Posted by: Kim Makoski and Scott Windsor (family) on: Apr 01, 2017
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We met Gord and Gloria when I was in the hosp the same time she was. She had a stem cell transplant a day before I did. She became a special friend. I loved to call her and keep in touch. I called her a few weeks ago and had a nice visit with her and Gord. RIP Gloria,your fight is over. Condolences Gord! Don and Susan - Posted by: Susan Harder (friend) on: Apr 01, 2017
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As Gloria was older I grew up calling her, "Aunt". It was a term of respect. Even into adulthood I kept the term of respect. She played a key roll in my childhood. I have many fond memories of my Aunt Gloria. She was always kind and generous to my brother, Jeff and I. Never judgmental always giving and loving. Despite my parents divorce she never spoke ill of my mother. Instead she showered us with love and acceptance. She showed this love to our new member of the Makeiff clan, Joanne my dads new wife. Always accepting always loving always giving is how I will remember her. - Posted by: Dawn Makeiff (Cousin) on: Apr 01, 2017
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Gloria was a kind and gracious person. She and I shared our journey through the perils and challenges of our disease. Her help and experiences were invaluable to me. I will miss her and as always, keep her in my prayers. Laurie Zubert Rest in peace, Gloria. Erv Zubert - Posted by: Laurie and Erv Zubert (Friehnds) on: Apr 01, 2017
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So sorry to hear of Gloria's passing. We were able to share a wonderful day with she and Gord in a place Gloria loved...Las Tulas, Mexico. Our prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Cec and Irv Hanec (friend) on: Apr 01, 2017
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Gordy, I want to express my sincere condolences.Gloria put up a great battle for a long period My thoughts are with you. Les - Posted by: Les Allen (friend) on: Apr 01, 2017
