Royce Lee Lowman, born July 8, 1948, passed away on January 21, 2025, at the age of 76.

He was preceded in death by his parents, A.W. and Addie Jo Lowman, and his siblings, William Clay Lowman, Wilford Ray Lowman, and Janice Spray.

He is survived by his siblings, Geneal Pearson, Bobby Glenn Lowman, and Randall Lowman; his former wife, Virginia Lowman; his daughters, Gina Lowman and Kimberly Moore, and his son, Matthew Lowman. His grandchildren also survived him: Maryssa Moore-Garsee (Joshua Garsee), Richard Trask III, Ryan Trask (Lily Jaggers), John Trask, Peyton Moore (Jacob Foster), and his great-granddaughter, Emma Moore.

Mr. Lowman served honorably in the U.S. Army, 1968-1969, during the Vietnam War, where he was wounded in action and received three Purple Hearts for his bravery and sacrifice.

A man of deep faith, he accepted Christ when he was 21 years old and was called to minister at 24. He later served as an interim pastor at Liberty Baptist Church during the 1980s. He was a devoted member of Farmville Baptist Church.

Mr. Lowman had a passion for fishing and was cherished by many as a beloved softball coach and a proud Marching band dad and grandpa. He loved music and was one of the original members of the Sounds of The Trumpet Gospel quartet. He loved NASCAR, go-cart racing, and Alabama Football.

Celebration of Life Services will be held on January 25th at 2:00 pm at Frederick Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 1:00 pm. His burial will follow at Farmville Baptist Cemetery.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Pastor David Bradshaw of Farmville Baptist Church, Dr. Holmes, Patty Beam, and the staff of EAMC's Progressive Unit, Cardiac Stepdown Unit, and CVICU for their compassionate care.

Mr. Lowman's warmth and dedication left a lasting impact on those who knew him. His legacy of faith, service, and love will forever be remembered by those whose lives he touched. May his memory bring comfort to all who mourn his passing.