Gary Lynn “Penny Boy” Lowery, of Sparta, passed away Aug. 26, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.
He was born April 19, 1941, in the Ravenscroft community, of Sparta/White County, to Tom “Hawk” Lowery and Grace Cooley Lowery.
Penny was a lifelong resident of White County. He drove an over- the-road truck for many years and was employed by White County Lumber for 30 years. He worked his last years with Scott’s Lumber, in Sparta. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Penny was preceded in death by his brothers Edward, Jack, and Jay Lowery and his sisters, Velma Pack and Maxine Measles.
Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Mary Ruth “Polly;” two sons, Greg (Melanie) Lowery, of Signal Mountain, James Holt, of Sparta; two daughters Celeste Lowery Sessions, of Signal Mountain, Jeannie Holt (Tony) Strode, of Sparta and family Jason, Samantha and Addison Strode, of Sparta; seven grandchildren, Justin Sessions, Jeffrey Sessions, Tabitha Sessions Robinson, all of Signal Mountain, Shelby Holt (Aaron) Day, of Sparta, Toni and Hailee Strode, of Sparta, and Madison Lynn Lowery, of Signal Mountain; four great-grandchildren, Taylor Sessions, of Grundy, Nevaeh Van Dyken, of Dunlap, Paisley and Briggs Day, of Sparta; sister, Sue Holman, of Sparta; niece, Beverly Justice; great-niece, Jennifer and husband Barry Scott and sons, of Sparta; and several nieces and nephews.
The family appreciates the support and love from our extended family and friends. There will be no visitation or services per Penny’s request.
Oak Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
