Age 93, of Albuquerque passed away on New Year's Day, January 1, 2015 of Alzheimer's disease. He is survived by his three sons Richard T. Lowe, Jr. (Eileen), David L. Lowe (Virginia), and Jeffery T. Lowe (Cheryl); four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, who died on Christmas day 2006. His ashes will be enniched at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date.