Sally Teesdale Lowe, age 63, died 12 September 2017. Sally was born in Grand Rapids to William and Nancy Teesdale, and graduated from Ottawa Hills High School and Grand Rapids Junior College. In 1985 Sally married David J. Lowe with whom she had three children: Lindsey Joyce Lowe, Gregory Allen Lowe, and Andrew Steven Lowe. Sally was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, David. Surviving are her children, Lindsey, Greg, and Andrew; her brother, Scott (Deborah) Teesdale; and her sister, Anne (John) Zukowski. Sally lived with vitality, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to whatever she was doing. From her childhood to her early adult years she spent much of her time enjoying, practicing and perfecting recreational sports and activities, including-but not limited to-volleyball, figure skating, skeet shooting, wood burning, and swimming. These endeavors led her to many competitions, many friendships, and fueled her love for activity. She worked for Auto Wares for 40 years, where her dedication and experience made her an invaluable member of not only the marketing department, but of the entire organization. Sally moved in with David to their Heritage Hill home when they were married in 1985, where they started their family and lived for the rest of their lives. Sally’s world revolved around her family and friends. Over the 30 years she lived in her home on Union Avenue, Sally was integral to her block becoming more like family than neighbors. She fiercely loved her children, who she raised on her own since David’s death in 2006. Sally was like a second mother to her children’s friends who frequented the house, and she always opened her home without question when they needed a place to stay. Her compassion and love were given freely and abundantly to all who were fortunate enough to know her. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, September 15, 2017 at Grace Christian Reformed Church, 100 Buckley St. SE. Her family will greet relatives and friends one hour prior to the service as well as one hour following the service. To share a photo, memory, and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Sally Jane Lowe please visit our Sympathy Store.
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I worked with Sally for many years at Auto Wares. Although we were in different offices we spoke almost daily. I always looked forward to getting to see her at our annual Expos. Her smile was infectious. She was always asking how my son and I were doing. That was Sally. Always caring about others. My thoughts and prayers go out to her children who I know she loved with all her heart. RIP my friend. Cathy Rankin
- Cathy Rankin
Sally was a complete joy to work with. She always had a smile in her voice ( We talked by phone). I will miss her pleasant personality and her positive attitude. Pete Cornolo AWI
- Peter Cornolo
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I met Sally ice skating many many years ago , we became friends and when her daughter was born our children played together. She brought such joy to my life. So very sorry to hear of her passing. may God be with all.Vickie Azkoul
- Vickie Azkoul
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I've known Sally for 38 years. We always managed to laugh and share our lives with each other. Few people shared the Star Trek enthusiasm that Sally and I had. I will miss her, but am so thankful she was in my life for such a long time
- Jill Baker-Young
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- Cindy Smith
Sally will be greatly missed. I've worked with Sally for over 34 years. Sally was wonderful to work with back in the early days of Auto Wares! Her energy, her laughter and joy was contagious! Rest in peace Sally! I will be praying for healing, for her whole family! ~Cindy Smith
- Cindy Smith
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Sally was an amazing woman. She and I pretty much raised our boys together. She loved her children with all her heart. I have many fond memories with Sally. She is at peace with Dave🙏🏼❤️
- christy murphy
Sally was a constant presence on the Ottawa Hills pool deck, both while Andrew was swimming and after. She volunteered to become the swim booster president, and literally wrote the book on that position. When she "retired" she created a binder with all of her accumulated knowledge to pass on to the next person. That binder has continued to be passed along, and copies have been given to other teams at Ottawa and to swim programs around the country as an example of how a great booster program works. Sally's thoughtfulness continues to make sure that my job as a coach is easier and that our boys are always well fed. She was a great supporter of the whole team and one of our loudest cheerleaders. She was loved by all of us in the OHHS swimming family and will be missed terribly.
- Eve Julian
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