Lowell John Lamping
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On October 30, 2020 @ 5:00 pm In 2020,Obituaries | 14 Comments
Lowell John Lamping, age 84, of Webster, MN passed away in his home on October 28, 2020.
A drive-through visitation will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2020 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM and again on Friday, November 6, 2020 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation (4565 Pleasant St. SE) in Prior Lake. Please wear a face mask and remain in your vehicle to greet Lowell’s family (Drive-Through Visitation Map).
Private family services will be held on Friday, November 6, 2020 at 11:30 AM with Rev. Ben Hilding presiding. Friends and extended family are invited to view the service through Holy Trinity’s Youtube or Facebook. Military honors will be provided by the local honor guard, and Lowell will be laid to rest at Oaklawn Cemetery in Emmons, MN.
Lowell was born on January 24, 1936 to Fred and Opal (Pierce) Lamping in Thompson, IA. Lowell was one of seven children growing up and lived a mobile life, relocating many times around northern Iowa and Minnesota. Lowell often talked about attending seven different schools in eight years during his childhood. Following his high school graduation, Lowell was drafted into the Army and served honorably for two years, primarily driving trucks in Germany in that time. After returning from service, he worked a variety of jobs including manufacturing and farming before deciding to pursue a technical education in electrical and air conditioning maintenance. Lowell started his career as a maintenance worker for Control Data, which later became Seagate, where he worked hard for over 30 years before his retirement. Lowell always strived to provide for his family and also worked different side jobs throughout his life, including remodeling a number of homes and selling them. He never bought a fully finished house in his life. In his retirement, Lowell worked at an auto auction, managing a lot at Northstar.
Lowell’s life was forever changed when he met Audrey Honsey shortly after he returned from his military service. Audrey first spotted him from the choir loft in church, and they were dating and married within the year. Lowell and Audrey were united in marriage on April 12, 1959 in Emmons, MN at Lime Creek Lutheran Church. Soon after, they were blessed with two children, Doug and Cheryl. As a family, they enjoyed an active life. A lover of cars throughout his life, Lowell never missed an opportunity to drive, and he made sure to give his family all of the experiences he was never able to have growing up. This included countless road trips out west and all over the country, visiting places like the Black Hills, Yellowstone, Glacier, and even a trip to Disneyworld for the kids. Lowell also shared his passions with his family, including his love of racing and classic cars, continuing the tradition with his son Doug of traveling down to the Knoxville Sprint Car Nationals every year since the 70s. He also shared his love of animals with his family. Lowell always had a special place in his heart for animals in need and always rescued the ones who needed it the most. Later in life, he proudly cared for 23 Shetland and Miniature Ponies along with countless other pets. Lowell was also the best grandpa anyone could ask for. He had a place in his heart for all of his family and friends. He took great care of them, sharing as many experiences with each one as he could, playing cards, family dinners, and taking on all sorts of different projects and odd jobs. He attended every concert, every sporting event, and never missed a birthday. As one of his beloved grandkids put it, “I know you’re my grandpa, but you’re kind of my dad too.” Family meant everything to Lowell, and he went out of his way his entire life to make sure he had a close relationship with everyone. He wanted to give his family everything he didn’t get growing up, and he did that.
Lowell was a sensitive, loving, unselfish man with a huge heart. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Audrey; children, Doug (Nancy) Lamping and Cheryl Lamping (Chuck Myers); grandchildren, Ashley Lamping, April (Paul Stangl) Reino, Brandon Lamping (Albert Breton), and Anastasia Reino (Jackson Ulstrom); siblings, Donna Schmelzer and Gerald (Phyllis) Lamping; sister-in-law, Gilma Lamping; brother-in-law, Dale Wilson; many other loving nieces, nephews, family, and friends; and beloved dog Duke.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Opal; and siblings, Glen (Irene) Lamping, Harold Lamping, Pauline (Jim) Nelson, and Mary Wilson.
In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and the Parkinson’s Foundation.
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We are so sorry for your loss. We have sent many years of laughing with Lowell, he will be missed.
Our sympathy to Lowell’s family.
I share a great appreciation for the man he was, the skills he shared and how he gave to others.
We took a road trip together and spent a week in LA doing cleanup following hurricane Katrina in 2008. His driving skills through a heavy 8″ snowstorm and safely getting to us home. As an electrican his skills were greatly needed and appreciated.
I will miss your smiling face.
Marge
Audrey and family so sorry for your loss of this gentleman Lowell came along to me after my dad had passed at early age. We soon became very good friends. Maybe he knew maybe he didn’t, he soon became my mentor. I’m so thankful I got to know him. He taught me patience and love. He also showed humor is an important part of live. He had a great attitude and could have easily become disgusted with his health in the golden years. We will never forget his great smile over anything else.
So sorry to hear of Uncle Lowell’s passing. Wish I could be there to help in celebrating his life. My memories of him from my childhood & on are very special. His laugh will be remembered forever. Love you all.
Sending our love to you all. So many memories to process. Blessed to call him my uncle! Enjoyed seeing my mom and Lowell together – such a special bond they have! Lowell was a good sparring partner for Tom! This picture just popped in my head: of Lowell and Audrey driving up in our driveway in one of his many fancy cars! And always his smile and laugh! Until we meet again Uncle Lowell! Love, Robin and Tom
Praying for God’s peace, comfort and strength for you, Aunt Audrey, Doug, and Cheryl and your families. I loved Uncle Lowell’s laugh. It was so contagious. My fondest memory of him is with his little dogs when I was a kid. See you later, Uncle Lowell. Love from Barb and Tim
My condolences to the Lamping family. We will always remember how welcome we felt in his and Audrey’ home when we visited Minnesota a couple of years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and Audrey.
Praying for you Aunt Audrey and Doug and Cheryl as your mourn a wonderful man. I always enjoyed sparring with Uncle Lowell. I will melt some Tupperware just for old times sake. Many good memories. Love to you all.
Our deepest sympathies to you aunt Audrey, Doug and Cheryl.
I will always remember uncle Lowell’s infectious laugh and his love of life! You always knew that you would laugh and have your spirit uplifted around uncle Lowell. We will miss him.
Mom told me the other day that she “loved that boy so much” and that she as an older sister would get up in the middle of the night to check on him.
I am sorry that with the current pandemic we will not be able to attend the visitation or funeral, but will watching the funeral thru you tube.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Shirley and I send our most sincere condolences to Audrey and her family. Lowell and I worked together for many years at Control Data / Seagate. Lowell was a hard worker with a good sense of humor ! He would always do his best regardless of the assignment. He would lend a hand to help a friend anytime – day or night! ! He will certainly be missed as he has moved on to the ultimate assignment with our Lord. Lowell – we will “ see you down the road” my friend !! Shirley & Tony
Lowell was always telling us jokes out on the docks. Every time I’d seen him he’ll leave me laughing. He was awesome facility worker. My favorite maintenance guy when I worked at Seagate. My condolences to Lowell’s family. He’ll be missed.
On behalf of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, I offer our sincere condolences, our fellow grief, and our common hope. Lowell fittingly died the week we celebrated All Saints. Lowell was a faithful man who had his priorities straight. May God’s comfort surround the family during this time.
Audrey and Lowell’s entire family,
Lowell was such a sweet man. I am grateful I got to know him and be blessed by his smile, kindness and warm personality. It is obvious by his eloquently written life story that he touched the lives of so many. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss Lowell immensely. Sending strength, hillari Olson
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So sorry to hear about Lowell. Our thoughts and prayers for Audrey and the rest of the family.