John Lowary

Memorial services for John Lowary, 73, of Groton will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the United Methodist Church, Groton.  Rev. Rob Moorlach will officiate.  Inurnment will follow in Union Cemetery, Groton under the direction of Paetznick-Garness Funeral Chapel, Groton.

Visitation will be held for one hour prior to services. Family requests casual dress.

John passed away November 2, 2025 at Sanford Hospital, Aberdeen, SD after injuries from an automobile accident.

John Wesley Lowary was born at St. Luke's Hospital in Aberdeen, SD on May 8, 1952 to Earl and Jean (Hutton) Lowary.  He went to Huffton Country School through the 7th grade and then attended Groton High School graduating in 1970. He attended Northern State College in Aberdeen from 1970-1974.

John worked Kessler's Supermarket in Aberdeen for over 30 years.  He also worked at Target in Aberdeen, for several Groton farmers and for Groton School District lunch program until he retired in 2016.

John married Anita Fawcett May 10, 1975 at 1st Methodist Church in Aberdeen.

John enjoyed playing cards, bowling, fishing, small game hunting, traveling, and reading. 

John is survived by his wife, Anita; his brother Chuck (Bette) Lowary of Austin, TX; his brother Lee (Clare) Lowary of Boseman, MT; and his sister, Betty (Doug) Norgaard of Brandon, SD and 2 nieces and 3 nephews.  Preceding him in death were his parents and nephew Jody Norgaard.

Honorary Urn Bearers will be David Miller, Chuck Padfield, Dave Anderson, Cal Hyenga and LeeRoy Weisenberger.

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