Damaris Juanita Lowe

Eulogy Reverend Damaris Juanita Lowe, 75, of Bermuda, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2023. Reverend Lowe was born on October 4, 1947, to the late Wilbur McLaren and Edith Winifred Lowe in Pembroke, Bermuda. On May 18, 2013, Reverend Lowe graduated summa cum laude from Central State University, in Wilberforce, Ohio, with a Bachelor's degree in economics. She later went on to graduate with a Master of Divinity degree, from Drew University, in Madison, New Jersey, which ignited her call to ministry. Throughout her life, Reverend Lowe devoted herself to working with the church and helping others. This commitment to the church and helping others led her to create, “The Women’s Fellowship,” which provided a supportive and nurturing environment for women to come together and strengthen their relationship with God. Her ministry of unwavering love for God and people was evident in everything she did. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and never hesitated to check in on those around her. It is impressive that she was able to pastor two churches at once in Plainfield, New Jersey, at the Covenant United Methodist Church. She had a talent for leadership and organizing community groups. Her work in training leaders for church, community, and youth leadership is important to note, as it helped to ensure that others were equipped with the skills and knowledge they needed to continue the work of serving their communities. When she returned to Bermuda she continued to do God's work at Mount Zion and Grace Methodist Church. Her efforts in visiting the sick and elderly to counsel and comfort them and their families is a beautiful example of her compassion and loyalty to helping those in need will be missed by all who knew her. Reverend Lowe and Reverend Wilton McKinley were married for 25 years with three daughters, Damaris Beecher Hill, Edith Mckinley (Presley), and Lillie Spruill Hill. She was a devoted mother to her family and a strong advocate for her community. Her fulfilling career in social work, from which she retired after many years of service, allowed her to make a positive impact. Her mentorship to those struggling with addiction and homelessness is commendable, as she was able to provide resources and support to help people get back on their feet. In her retirement, she continued to support her family, friends, and neighbors. Reverend Lowe remains a beacon of hope and guidance to all those she encountered and her legacy will live on through the lives she touched. Her faithfulness to helping others and spreading God's love is truly inspiring. Reverend Lowe is preceded in death by her sister, Rosemary Phillips, and brothers Wilbur Lowe and Mark Lowe. She is survived by her sisters, Gwendolyn Fox, Naomi Fox and Deborah Lowe, and brother, Stephen Lowe. Left to cherish her memory are her three daughters, Damaris Beecher Hill, Edith Mckinley (Presley), and Lillie Spruill Hill and her four grandchildren, JQui Diandre Audena, Ejai Aswad Presley, Jalynn Mckinley Presley, and Richard Winton Floyd. Reverend Damaris Lowe was passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those around her. She was able to use her skills and expertise to create meaningful change in her community. Her compassion and dedication to helping those in need will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be held on Monday July 31, 2023 from 10:00AM - 11:00AM followed by a service of celebration at 11:00AM at Bethel AME Church 150 Fairfield Ave., Stamford, CT. Interment will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery.

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Damaris Juanita Lowe

October 4, 1947 - July 23, 2023