Lowell Flachs
Lowell Flachs, age 81, of Ursa, died on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 in Blessing Hospital. He was born on May 3, 1933 in Quincy, IL the son of Emmo Andrew & Ella Pauline Flachs. He married Alberta Elizabeth Stierlin on July 28, 1954 . She survives.
Mr. Flachs was a 26 year veteran of the United States Navy. He then later worked for Bayview Building Supply. Lowell along with his wife raised and showed dachshunds. He also greatly enjoyed computers.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by:
THREE CHILDREN: Lowell Andrew Flachs and his wife Jane of Quincy; Susan Marie Vermillion and her husband Wilbur Savidge of North Ridgeland Hills, TX and Janet Flachs MacMillan and her husband Keith of Royce City, TX.
FIVE GRANDCHILDREN: John Hamann and his wife Kia, Heather Daley and her husband Jeff, Gene Vermillion and his wife Nicole; Trey Spitzer, and Joshua Flachs.
TEN Great-Grandchildren along with numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Lowell was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Melvin, Kenith, and Jack Flachs and sisters: Doris Simmons and Jane Lay.
Graveside services will be held on Monday, August 11, 2014 at 11:00 AM in Sunset Cemetery of the Illinois Veterans Home with military honors conducted at the cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday evening from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Homeward Bound Waggin.
I am so sorry to hear of this! Didn’t really know him personally. When I went to a dog show in IL, I feared to see his dogs in the same ring as mine. He was always very kind and generous. I respected him as a very knowledgeable person in dachshunds and always made a point to acknowledge him when I saw him. His ringside presence will be missed along with his small smile & the twinkle in his eye. My heart felt condolences to his family! A TRUE monarch in the dachshund breed! God Bless!
Passing of a great man and a great generation.
Heartfelt condolences to Alberta and the children of a great man who made our country, our community and our family proud.
From my earliest memories…
Uncle Lowell with a cigar creased smile, always willing to talk and listen, and with a genuine interest in the well being of those around him.
Now in God’s hands, that smile and kindness can live eternally.
Love,
Brian and Leslie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family right now. Lowell was an amazing “Great” Uncle who touched the hearts of everyone he met. We will miss him dearly.
Love,
The Lilleberg Family
Dear Flachs family
I am truly saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family on the recent passing of your father.
Your dad sounded like he was such an amazing person who touched the lives of many people,and it sounds like many dogs.
I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you. We hope that you find courage and strength to bear this irreparable loss.
Love
Marty Flacks and Patricia
( Flacks) Andersen..
We are deeply saddened by the death of our dear friend,Lowell Flachs. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this trying time. The Osburns
Nonnie, Karen, Gina, Kristen and Kevin
Miss you so much Grandpa! Please protect and watch over us from heaven. Love you so much, Heather, Jeff and Kyle
To Lowell’s family I send my condolences. I had a chance to meet Lowell at DCA nationals in St Louis and it was a great honor. I am certain his beloved dachshunds are there with him now enjoying a pain free and healthy life in heaven!
God Bless, Kim