David L. Lowis
September 16, 1958 ~ February 10, 2020
David L. Lowis, 61, of Morrisonville, IL passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 10, 2020.
David was born September 16, 1958 in Taylorville, IL, the son of Howard “Squab” and Wanda (Dowdy) Lowis. He attended Morrisonville Schools, and went on to work for the Crown 3 Mine in Farmersville for 20 years. David also worked for Farmer’s Trucking in Jacksonville, BBT in Waverly, and Randy’s On-Site Big Truck Repair as a mechanic. Currently he was employed Lowis & Sons Tree Service in Morrisonville.
David married Brenda Barker on September 23, 2010 in Taylorville. He was strong, hardworking, and loved his grandchildren more than anything. David loved hogging for catfish, mushroom hunting, and tinkering with mechanic work. He was a longtime member of the United Mine Worker Association.
He was preceded in death by his father; and brother, Don Lowis.
David is survived by his wife, Brenda Lowis of Taylorville; mother, Wanda Lowis of Taylorville; children, Molly (Rustin) Williams of Shelbyville, Adam Lowis of Taylorville, John (Patty) Lowis of Morrisonville, Kaci (D.J.) DeVore of Taylorville, and Amy (Shane) Skebe of Springfield; grandchildren, Kristen Goodwin, Logan, Drake, and Myles Williams, Thomas, Ava, Allison, and Luke Lowis, Trevor Abbott, Gage McCallum, Jaylynn DeVore, and Gage Price; siblings, Danny (Sandy) Lowis of Waverly Hall, GA, Doris Melvin of Tovey, Dale (Mary) Lowis of Palmer, Bill (Mary) Lowis of Morrisonville, Jean (Dana) Overcash of Esmond, ND, Dick Lowis of Palmer, Gary (Tammy) Lowis of Taylorville, Steve Lowis of Palmer, Vern (Maureen Dowdy) Lowis of Taylorville, and Jim (Dawn) Cummins of Interlochen, MI; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation: The family will receive guests from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2020 at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, 304 Carlin St., Morrisonville, IL 62546.
Funeral Ceremony: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville with Rev. Chad Foster officiating.
Interment will follow the ceremony at Anderson Cemetery in Palmer.
Memorial contributions may be made to: The Family of David L. Lowis, c/o Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, PO Box 20, Morrisonville, IL 62546.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to offer condolences to the family.
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Penny Mann
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Lowis family. Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your lives.
We are so sorry for your loss to the Low is Family. From The Smith Family
My sympathies to all of the Lowis family during this time. Deborah (Peat) Pomeroy
John and Family: Breaks my heart when something like this happens. I didn’t know him personally but have heard a ton of good about him. The days ahead will be difficult but I hope that God will give you comfort during this time and the days that follow. This is a great picture of him. He will always be with you in your heart and in your memories.
With Deepest Sympathy, Shirley and Angela
David was one of the hardest working people I have ever met and he will be missed