Deacon Raymond Lowery of Owensboro, KY passed away on June 19th at the age of 90. Raymond was born February 11th, 1936, in Hawesville, KY to Mary Belmar and Phil Lowery who both proceeded him in death.

Raymond spent his life devoted to his family and friends. Raymond was a kind soul that brought laughter and joy to everyone who knew him. His favorite things to do were working in his garden, watching the Atlanta Braves play baseball, and rooting for his Kentucky Wildcats.

Raymond retired from the City of Owensboro's Sanitation Department in 1991. He was affectionately called "Big 8" and that nickname stuck with him throughout his life. Raymond was also a huge wrestling fan, and his favorite wrestler was "The Nature Boy" Rick Flair. Raymond had lots of things that he loved but nothing brought him more joy than being around his family.

Raymond never met a stranger and had too many friends to mention.

Raymond is survived by three children; Raymond Jr., Rosalind, and William Lowery; 13 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren; Samir Springfield, Kimora, and Kalaya Lowery.

In addition to his parents, Raymond was also proceeded in death by his siblings; Rose, Mary, and Frank Lowery as well as his beloved Aunt Martha Cable.

Although we are grieving the fact that Raymond is no longer with us, we take solace in knowing that his relationship with God was always strong and he will most assuredly be watching over his loved ones from heaven as we continue to make it without his physical presence here to comfort us.

Rest in Peace Raymond! You will always be loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.

A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday July 3, 2026 at Fourth Street Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY where Rhonda Pearson is the senior pastor and with Rev. Rhondalyn Randolph as the eulogist. Visitation was held from 1:30 p.m. until time of the service at the church.