Iris Gale Lowe, born on June 7 th , 1944 in Gastonia, North Carolina- passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 4 th , 2021. There are a lot of words to describe her, but some that come to mind are strong, intelligent, beautiful, funny, but the most suitable are kind and caring. She was a cosmetologist by trade and proud to be the wife of a Minister, to her belated husband Richard Lowe. They opened their home to multiple foster children and truly changed lives by doing so. Yet retired, she spent numerous years serving as Chaplin of the Clermont Eagles, Arie #4485 and donating her time to various non-profit organizations. Her smile could provide light for a city block and her laugh was contagious. She loved her life, her family, spending time with her dear friend Gina, watching Lakeside Church online and we cannot forget her dog GiGi. She spent her days speaking to her sisters Elsa and Sheryl for hours on end and her son Rick on his long rides home from work, she always loved to keep in touch with everyone.

She is survived by her five children, Sons Richard Lowe, Edward Lowe, Robert Waggoner, Daughters Amanda Smithey and Debbie Anderson. Three loving siblings, Brother Bill Carnes and her two sisters Sheryl Gudlaugsson and Elsa Morris. Iris was also blessed with 11 grandchildren whom she loved so much.