Obituary

Linda Joline Lowery, 76, Cumberland, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 23, 2026. Born August 6, 1950, to the late Lester Sylvester and Mary Katherine (Watkins) Garlick. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 38 years Charles R. Lowery; sister, Beverly K. Howard.

She was survived by her children, Crystal Murray and husband Dennis and Shayne Ward and wife Ginger; grandchildren, Lee Murray and wife Rachel, Katie Bowman and husband David, Kristan Frenzel and husband Ray, Dustin Murray and wife Kristin, and Jacob Ward great grandchildren, Ariella Bowman, Elias Bowman, Tahlia Bowman, Cadence Taylor, Jackson Murray, Ryleigh Murray, and Maverick Frenzel; sister, Lesa Lynch. A special Aunt Martha Shaffer, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Joline was a graduate of the Allegany High School in Maryland. She enjoyed her family time and loved her grandchildren very much. She also enjoyed planting flowers, decorating her home, needle point, and singing in the church choir.  Joline attended Central Assembly of God church, for 45 plus years, where she active in the church choir for many years, serving as the choir secretary / librarian.  Many considered her the music police, if your choir book was not turned in and logged, Joline was finding it. If someone was in need in the choir, she was finding the solution for you.  She also served on the cleaning staff for many years.

Joline was a retired medical assistant for Dr. Imes, Family Practice.  Upon retirement, she went to work at Lavale Dairy Queen where she learned and loved cake decorating.

Family will receive friends on Friday, October 30^th from 11am until the time of service at 12pm at the Central Assembly of God, 2020 Bedford Street, Cumberland MD 21502. Pastor Bruce McBride will be officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park following the service. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home.

The family would like to thank Michelle Murphy, (who was like an adopted daughter), for the love and care she provided.  Also, thank you to the excellent care at UPMC Western MD ICU for helping the family through this difficult time.