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Obituary For Walter "Ruff" L. Lowe, Sr.
Walter L. Lowe, Sr."Ruff" ,86 of Madison, NC passed Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2025, at New Light Refuge Temple, 2441 Bethany Rd. Madison, NC with the Home Going Service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment following at Collins Cemetery, Madison, NC.
Public viewing will be held Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, 402 Short Ave., Madison, NC.
Walter Lee Lowe, Sr., affectionately known as “Ruff” was born to the late Willie Andrew and Beatrice Joyner Lowe September 14, 1939. He departed this life on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Ruff attended the former Charles R. Drew School, Madison, N. C. His first love was farming, he loved his tractors and Ford truck, but most of all he loved his hats. Ruff was also employed as a supervisor at Burlington Industries and MacField. Ruff was a faithful member of New Light Refuge Temple where he served as a Deacon until his health declined.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Natasha Collette Lowe.
Left to cherish his memories: his wife; Linda Hayes Lowe of Madison, NC, Children; Bonita Lowe, Michelle Mitchell (Renna), Karen Lowe, Glynis Goolsby (Felix), Walter Lowe (Denise). Sisters; Carolyn Tucker (Jim) and Glenda Cooch. Brothers; Lonnie Lowe and Wayne Lowe (Gloria). Grandchildren; Brandon, Satin, Felix, Shale, Quandara, Trey, Andrew, Chelsea along with 9 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
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Jill Duncan sent Red and White Handled Basket for Walter "Ruff" L. Lowe, Sr. - December 12, 2025
Keith Crowder sent Red and White Handled Basket for Walter "Ruff" L. Lowe, Sr. - December 11, 2025
Brenda Withers sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Walter "Ruff" L. Lowe, Sr. - December 11, 2025
With Deepest Condolences and Prayers.🙏 Sandra Moore and Family. Ps 23:1-6
Praying for you that you will be strength during the loss of your loved one. May God give you peace.
With sympathy. James and Lillie Moore
Sending prayers, that God will strengthen you in this time of grief, and in all the days to come. Eldress Martha Malloy and Travis Malloy.
With condolence and prayers for the loss of your loved Ruff passing. May thr Lord Jesus Christ comfort you and give you peace.
Praying for Family🙏🏽
Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Min. Linda, Bonita, Michelle, Karen, Walter, Glynis and family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We rejoice with you knowing Ruff is reaping the benefits promised to him by our Lord and Savior! We love you! Teresa Kellam-Gilchrist, Doris Kellam and Family
Glynis Goolsby and family I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear father, he was such a caring man know that when times like this that you can trust and lean on God, he will never leave you or forsake you. Praying for you whole family, we love you. Keith and Comaletha Hughes
My deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time. Praying God's strength, comfort,and peace surround you all. May His love carry you through the days ahead.
I am so sorry for your loss!! Our families sure did love & respect each other for decades!! Sending lots of love, hugs & prayers!! Jill Satterfield & Family
Sending sympathy to the Lowe family. May God bless you continuously. We love you! Keith Crowder Sr and Family
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Bonnie and Family...... I'm SO SORRY for your Loss of ur Father/ Husband.🙏🙏 I pray that the LORD and he WILL! Give you all the STRENGTH and COMFORT at time & the DAYS AHEAD. KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED!!! YOU IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS....
So sorry for your loss praying for you all.
I worked with Ruff for several years, he was a true friend. Always willing to do whatever he could to help anyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
