Marie Lowell

Marie Lowell, age 85, of Guttenberg, IA, died Saturday, March 14, 2015, at the Guttenberg Care Center. She was born on March 25, 1929, in Turkey River Junction, the daughter of James and Elsie (Homann) Bissell. Marie attended a country school and eventually graduated from the Elkader High School. She later received her teaching certificate from Upper Iowa University and taught at a country school for several years. On January 1, 1951, Marie was united in marriage with Jack Lowell at St. Marys Church in Guttenberg. To this union, three children blessed them. Marie was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary where she served as treasurer. She was also involved with the AMVETS, Eagles Club. Marie was a SHARE worker and treasurer, Sunday School Teacher and Treasurer, member of DORCAS, TOPS and she was a very long time supporter and worker for the Guttenberg Meal Site. Marie enjoyed taking car rides in the evening, working in her flower garden, playing cards and eating ice cream. Marie is survived by her three children, Jackie (John) Kitch of Carroll IA, Roger (Kim) Lowell of Guttenberg and Carolyn Lowell of Carroll IA; two grandchildren, Crystal (Matt) Farrell, Doug (Fianc Allyson Hess) Kitch; one great granddaughter, Amberlyn Farrell; two sisters, Kathleen Bente, Hulda (Ronald) Honn and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; granddaughter, Dayle Kitch; siblings, Nadine Beldon, Edward Bissell, Royce Bissell, Jack Bissell, Kay Williamson and Jean Tuecke.Click here to view a Video Tribute for Marie LowellVisitation: Monday 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. March 16, 2015 at the Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home Guttenberg, Iowa and one hour before service at church.Funeral Service: Tuesday 10:30 A.M. March 17, 2015 at St. John's Lutheran Church Guttenberg, IowaGraveside Service: Wednesday 10:00 A.M. March 18, 2015 at Guttenberg City CemeteryInterment: Guttenberg City Cemetery Service Information A service summary is not available