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Fred Lowery

02/16/1948 - 09/06/2025

Obituary For Fred Lowery

Mr. Fred Lowery, 77, of Gastonia, North Carolina was born February 16, 1948 in Clover, South Carolina and departed this life on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at his home.

Funeral Arrangements Are As Follow:

PUBLIC VIEWING: At the funeral home on Friday, September 12, 2025 from 3:00 until 8:00 P.M. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.

PLACE OF FUNERAL: St. Stephens AME Zion Church, 201 West Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28052

DATE & TIME: Saturday, September 13, 2025 @ 12 Noon

VISITATION/LIE IN STATE: At the church on Saturday from 11:00 A.M. until 12 Noon

ENTOBMENT: Gaston Memorial Park Mausoleum, 1200 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054


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My condolences to the Lowery family.. May God's love you during this difficult time. ❤️❤️🕊️🕊️ Jerline Lowry

Jerline Lowry

Mrs. Narcissus Lowery, wife Clara, sisters/brothers, and relatives of "Sarge"... You have my deepest condolences and will definitely be in my prayers. Stay blessed!!! 🤲🏽

Judy Costner

Our Deepest Sympathies to the Family. Fred was a member of our Class until he left to go play football with WC High, but his heart was always & will continue to be with our class. He attended some class meetings & functions we had & always talked about how much he loved his Family, Church & Football. We'll continue to keep the Family in our prayers.

SWHS Class of “1966” -President, Vicki Jackson

Please accept my warmest condolences. With love, Valerie, Brent and Bria Floyd

Valerie Floyd and Family

I was so sorry to hear that my handsome tall Cousin has gone on to glory. I grew up with Fred and will cherish the many memories of laughter we shared. I remember one of his favorite songs being "Mr. Big Stuff". He will be truly missed but never forgotten. My deepest condolences to Auntie Narcissus Lowery, Clare and the entire Lowery Family. Praying for the family during this difficult time. Love Ella Butts and Family

Ella Butts

May God grant you peace and strength at this time. We extend our prayers and condolences to you and your family. The Dunning Family

Dr.and Mrs.Richard Dunning, Jr and Family

Mrs. Narcissus Lowery & Family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandra J. Lee

Praying God's continued peace and blessings in the following weeks. Mr & Rev. Austin

Larry & Belinda Austin

Peace and blessings in the days to come.

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Lowery

Lowery Family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace and blessings in the days to come.

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Lowery

My deepest sympathy goes out to Mrs. Clara, Steve, Tony and the Lowery family at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the outpouring of love surrounding you and your family.

Adriane Hill

My deepest sympathy goes out to Mrs. Clara, Steve, Tony and the Lowery family at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the outpouring of love surrounding you and your family.

Adriane Hill

My Condolences, The Bolden Family

Lisa Bolden

So sorry to hear about ms lowery and your brother passing away I didn't know him but I know he was a good man coming from your family may you all get through this transition I know it won't be easy but you all will get through this God bless everyone in the family luv you all 🙏

Melanie Washington

My condolences to the Lowery family. Cherish the memories of Fred .He was a family man and loved his family. Will be missed.

Stylesg63@gmail.com

To Mrs. Narcissus Lowery and family my condolences are with you and your family, Gods Blessings are with you all peace and blessings. Love you Robbie

Robbie A. Thompson

Lowery Family, It is hard to know what to say at a time like this. Sending love in place of words and prayers for everything the family needs at this time and days to come. Our Deepest Sympathy, Gary Oatman and Family

Gary Oatman

Our prayers and condolences are with the Lowery family at Fred's homegoing! Dr. Grant and Rev. Carla Harrison

Grant Harrison

Fred or "Sarge" as he was called in the Swanks Club lived up to the name. Fred fought a good fight and had determination and tenacity in all he was involved in. Fred will be missed. Now his fight is over. God has carried "Sarge" home. Sincerely, Marcus and Cherie Richardson

Marcus and Cherie Richardson

Dear God, I humbly ask you to hear this prayer for the soul of my loved one. Please allow them to transition into your heavenly circle of hosts. Forgive any sins that they have weighing on their soul and allow them to bask in the light of your grace and mercy so that they can live with you in paradise forever. Amen.

William G Graham

Expressing my sincere condolences and praying for Fred's mother, Mrs Narcissus Lowery and the entire family.

Rosalind Lenoir Zachary

To my extended family, I deepely feel the pain of Fred's Home going. For over fifty years we worked togerher and shared life experiences. Like you Clara, Steve and Tony. Fred will neve be forgotten because like Jesus, Fred lived within us forver. Howard Herring, Retired Army Sergeant Major

Howard G, Herring, Sr.

"Sarge" was bigger than life. If you entered a room and had conversations with 50 men, the one name you would remember would be Sarge. He met you with a big grin, a strong hand shake and a sincere interest to know you. Sarge had a great sense of humor and we loved playing jokes on each other. Once on a vacation with the Swanks, Fred was having some urinary problems. I suggested we go to a Pharmacy and get a urine test to see if his problem was an infection or something physical. A couple of the guys went with Fred and we found the test. The pharmacist gave Sarge directions and sent him to the bath room to get a urine sample. When Fred was gone, a talked to the pharmacist and asked her to help us play a joke on Fred. I told her what I wanted her to do and she laughed but agreed to do it. Fred came out with his sample and the pharmacist did what she needed to do. She then looked at Fred with a shocked expression and said. "Mr Lowery, I don't know how to tell you this, but you're pregnant"! Fred yelled, "I'm what"! We all fell out laughing. Fred was fine and we enjoyed the rest of our vacation. I'll miss you buddy. We had many great times. You were a great friend! I'll keep my memories of you until I see you again.

George Creed

We will miss you Fred you were one of one "Sarge". A fighter for what you believed and anything that you belonged to -whether St Stephen's Swanks or the Lowery family -you put your heart in it. You gave your opinions freely and had particular taste whether it was your choice of food or your beloved coffee.

Our condolences to Clara Steve Tony and all the Lowery family.

Rest In Power

Tony and Brenda Ballard

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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