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Obituary for James Edmunde Lowe
A Celebration of James' life will occur on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at:
Vine Memorial Baptist Church 5600 West Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131
Viewing: 9 AM Service: 11 AM
Interment: Glenwood Memorial Gardens The Obituary:
Deacon JAMES EDMUNDE LOWE Celebration of Life
Deacon James Edmunde Lowe (better known to his family as (Bubbie) and to his friends as (Jimmy) was born to George A. Lowe, Sr. and Marie M. (Taylor) Lowe, on December 11, 1944. James was educated through the Philadelphia School System. He accepted Jesus as his personal savior and was baptized at Mt. Sinai Tabernacle Baptist Church, on April, 3, 1958, under the pastorate of Reverend Lester C. Smith, Organizer. As a youth, James was involved in several activities at Mt. Sinai. For example, he sung on the choir, was a Boy Scout, and later became a junior deacon because of his faithfulness to God and the church.
On March 29, 1962, he enlisted in the United States Army and serviced his country for nine years. He received an honorable discharged as SSG-E6 on March 30, 1971.He was proud to be a Vietnam Veteran and in recent years wore his hat wherever he went. He belonged to several organizations; America Legion Post 682,Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3398(Life Member), O.V. Catto Elk Lodge#20.On April 2, 2016, O.V. Catto Lodge #20 Celebrated Bro. James E. Lowe with the Outstanding Service Award.
He was employed by the School District of Philadelphia and there he met the love of his life, Ida C. Braxton, at James G. Blaine Elementary School. They were united in marriage on September 23, 1978 at Vine Memorial Baptist Church, by Reverend James S. Allen, Sr. Together they have one son, Jason LeMar Lowe, but had a hand in rearing two children Marie Lowe Prince(by a previous marriage), and Darrell K. Braxton. In addition to working at the Blaine School, James was also employed by Greyhound Bus Lines during the summers until he left the school system to work full time with Greyhound and later the Golden Nugget. He was hired by the United States Postal Service as a driver. He worked hard and later became a Transportation Supervisor when he retired with 24 years 5 month of service.
James joined Vine Memorial on April 21, 2013. From the time he walked down the aisle to give his hand to Pastor Allen and heart to Jesus Christ, he let his presence be known at Vine. He served on the Usher Board and recruited several men to join the Usher Board. On March 17, 2019, James E. Lowe was ordained as a Deacon after serving as a walking deacon for three years. He joined the Men’s Chorus and took on the responsibility as the Veteran’s Coordinator, which he loved so much! James was preceded in death by his parents, Deacon George A. Lowe, Sr. and Deaconess Marie M. (Taylor) Lowe and his eldest brother, George Lowe, Jr.
James leaves to mourn his death his wonderful devoted wife Ida Lowe, brother Damien W. Lowe (Natalie) of Las Vegas NV; Sister Reverend Monica Lowe Howard, of (Washington D. C.),daughter Marie Prince (Tyrone) of Maryland, sons Jason L. Lowe, and Darrell K. Braxton of Philadelphia. Three grand-daughters Tomiah Prince, Morgan Braxton, Jasmine Swain. Two sisters-in-law, Constance, of Williamstown, NJ. and Teresa (Joseph) of Manassas, VA. Carolyn Lowe, 1st wife, of Clinton, MD. A host of Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, Friends, and the Vine Memorial Baptist Church Family.
Personally, from Deacon James E. Lowe- For now, I am ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 TIMOTHY 4: 6-7
With Love, James and Ida Lowe
We request family and friends who prefer to send plants or flowers, to coordinate with one of the following reliable local florists:..
Have the florist deliver your selection to the church no later than 8:30 a.m. the day of the service.
DUE TO A GLITCH IN OUR SYSTEM PLEASE DISREGARD THE FOLLOWING NOTATION REGARDING ANY ORDERS INCLUDING FLOWERS, CANDLES OR MEMORIAL TREE PLANTINGS WITH THE TRIBUTE STORE!!!! THANK YOU!!
Deacon JAMES EDMUNDE LOWE Celebration of Life
Deacon James Edmunde Lowe (better known to his family as (Bubbie) and to his friends as (Jimmy) was born to George A. Lowe, Sr. and Marie M. (Taylor) Lowe, on December 11, 1944. James was educated through the Philadelphia School System. He accepted Jesus as his personal savior and was baptized at Mt. Sinai Tabernacle Baptist Church, on April, 3, 1958, under the pastorate of Reverend Lester C. Smith, Organizer. As a youth, James was involved in several activities at Mt. Sinai. For example, he sung on the choir, was a Boy Scout, and later became a junior deacon because of his faithfulness to God and the church.
On March 29, 1962, he enlisted in the United States Army and serviced his country for nine years. He received an honorable discharged as SSG-E6 on March 30, 1971. He was proud to be a Vietnam Veteran and in recent years wore his hat wherever he went. He belonged to several organizations; America Legion Post 682, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3398 (Life Member), O.V. Catto Elk Lodge #20. On April 2, 2016, O.V. Catto Lodge #20 Celebrated Bro. James E. Lowe with the Outstanding Service Award.
He was employed by the School District of Philadelphia and there he met the love of his life, Ida C. Braxton, at James G. Blaine Elementary School. They were united in marriage on September 23, 1978 at Vine Memorial Baptist Church, by Reverend James S. Allen, Sr. Together they have one son, Jason LeMar Lowe, but had a hand in rearing two children Marie Lowe Prince (by a previous marriage), and Darrell K. Braxton.
In addition to working at the Blaine School, James was also employed by Greyhound Bus Lines during the summers until he left the school system to work full time with Greyhound and later the Golden Nugget. He was hired by the United States Postal Service as a driver. He worked hard and later became a Transportation Supervisor when he retired with 24 years 5 month of service.
James joined Vine Memorial on April 21, 2013. From the time he walked down the aisle to give his hand to Pastor Allen and heart to Jesus Christ, he let his presence be known at Vine. He served on the Usher Board and recruited several men to join the Usher Board. On March 17, 2019, James E. Lowe was ordained as a Deacon after serving as a walking deacon for three years. He joined the Men’s Chorus and took on the responsibility as the Veteran’s Coordinator, which he loved so much!
James was preceded in death by his parents, Deacon George A. Lowe, Sr. and Deaconess Marie M. (Taylor) Lowe and his eldest brother, George Lowe, Jr.
James leaves to mourn his death his wonderful devoted wife Ida Lowe, brother Damien W. Lowe (Natalie) of Las Vegas NV; Sister Reverend Monica Lowe Howard, of (Washington D. C.), daughter Marie Prince (Tyrone) of Maryland, sons Jason L. Lowe, and Darrell K. Braxton of Philadelphia. Three granddaughters Tomiah Prince, Morgan Braxton, Jasmine Swain. Two sisters-in- law, Constance, of Williamstown, NJ. and Teresa (Joseph) of Manassas, VA. Carolyn Lowe, 1st wife, of Clinton, MD. A host of Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, Friends, and the Vine Memorial Baptist Church Family. Personally, from Deacon James E. Lowe- For now, I am ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 TIMOTHY 4: 6- 7
