Martin (Marty) Dean Lowe

Martin Dean Lowe (Marty) 80, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 9,

Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 19 at 11:00 a.m. at New Creation Church, 1124 N. River Dr., North Mankato. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m., and lunch will follow the service. Burial will follow at Kerns Oak Grove Cemetery. Northview-North Mankato Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Marty was born March 14, 1944, in Mankato to Vern and Patricia Lowe. 

He married Linda Baier on October 7, 1966. They settled outside of North Mankato, where they raised their seven children. 

Marty attended trade school in Mankato to become a plumber. He worked at job sites throughout southern Minnesota and was a Local 561 member for over 50 years.  Marty was well known for being a hard-working prankster on the job. His coworkers liked to refer to him as MD Lowe, the Doctor of Pipe.

Marty was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed cutting wood with friends and family. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed playing and teasing his kids and grandchildren.  He was an avid storyteller.  He loved cooking and baking for his loved ones.  Marty will be remembered as a strong family man and always willing to lend a hand to those in need.

Marty is survived by his wife, Linda; children, Tammy (Scott) Gens, Gino, Mona (Mark) Wolters, Luke, Hannah (Alex) Baumann, Maggie (Job) Tuwei, Jake (Jenny); 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 

Marty was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Larry; sisters, Bea and Jane; one granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.