Ellerslie, MD - ELLERSLIE [mdash] JoAnn "Lil" Lowery, 91, of Ellerslie, went to be with the Lord on March 5, 2026, at her daughter's home with her daughter and son-in-law by her side.

Born Jan. 20, 1935, to the late Gilbert and Helene (Jeffreys) Pfitzenmayer, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Donald W. Lowery; brothers, George and Charles Pfitenmayer; and sisters, Selma Lowery and Doris Stuby.

She is survived by her children, Ronald (Kimberly) Lowery, Michael Lowery, and DeAnn (David) Kennell; grandchildren, Sean Lowery, Mathew (Lauren) Lowery, Samantha (Bradley) Davis, Levi Kennell( Keely); great granddaughters, Olivia Lowery, Lilly Davis; and expecting a great grandson in July; brother, Edward Pfitzenmayer; brother-in-law, Twain Lowery; and numerous nieces and nephews.

JoAnn graduated from Mt.Savage High School, and she was the first May Queen at the school. She enjoyed cooking, canning, and her family most of all.

She was known as "Mom Maw" to her grandchildren; she spoiled them with unlimited ice cream cones and sweet treats. She is going to be sadly missed by all.

Family will receive friends Tuesday, March 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. and again Wednesday, March 11, from 10 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Pastor Ken Korns will officiate at the Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home at 169 Clarence Street, Hyndman, PA 15545.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Patty Sheetz and Staff, the Garrett County Hospice and care givers, Karen Diehl and Mary Michaels.

Arrangements entrusted to the Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home Inc.