Lowell Haldor Reed, a beloved and respected member of the community, passed away on March 18, 2024, in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 90. Born to Rufus and Pearl (Henderson) Reed on December 24, 1933, in Iota, Louisiana, Lowell was a man of unwavering faith and deep devotion to family. Throughout his life, he embodied kindness, generosity, and wisdom, touching the lives of all those he encountered.

Lowell graduated from Crowley High School in Crowley, Louisiana. He went on to join the United States Army and served honorably till his discharge. He truly loved to expand his knowledge and attended the University of Southern Louisiana where he received a degree in Geological Engineering.

Beginning his career at the ground floor, Lowell worked tirelessly to rise to the position of Junior Vice President at Texas Eastern Oil and Gas Pipeline Co., where his hard work and dedication were truly commendable.

A true family man, Lowell married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Hetzel, on August 25, 1953. From this union, two daughters, Renee and Robyn were born. He cherished time spent with his family. Lowell and Shirley spent countless adventures for 48 years until her untimely passing on September 24, 2001. He found love and companionship again with Janice Bobbitt, the two would go on to wed on November 12, 2002.

In reflecting on Lowell’s life, one cannot help but be reminded of his devout faith in the Lord. Whether attending Northside Assembly of God or St. Joseph Catholic Church in Louisiana or Central Assembly of God in Missouri, his commitment to his spiritual beliefs was unwavering. He participated in the St. Joseph Church French choir, and was a member of Iota First Club. Lowell’s passion for fishing, golfing, trying new foods, and his love for animals painted a vibrant picture of a man who lived life to the fullest and embraced all that it had to offer.

Lowell was greeted into heaven by his parents, his sibling, Sibyl Rae Faulk, and wife, Shirley Reed.

He leaves behind his wife of 21 years, Janice Bobbitt-Reed; his two daughters and their spouses, Renee and Mark Jenkins, and Robyn Reed and John Nelson; four grandchildren, Macy Liming and her husband Micah, Reese Jenkins and his wife Sydney, Ryan Nelson, and Marguerite Nelson; Step-children, Greg Bobbitt, Wendell and Lisa Bobbitt, and Coleen and Tim Kelly; his brother and his wife, Wendell and Bonnie Reed; and numerous nephews, nieces, other family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in honor of his grand-niece, Caitlyn Hetzel.

Family and friends are invited to honor Lowell’s memory and celebrate his remarkable life at a funeral service scheduled for a later date. In his honor, those who knew him are encouraged to share stories of his kindness, reminisce on cherished memories, and pay tribute to the extraordinary legacy he leaves behind. Lowell’s spirit will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.