Leonard Ray Marlowe, 78, died at his home on April 4, 2018. Born September 3, 1939, in New Hope (Iredell County), he was the son of the late Leonard Leon and Ona Irene Flinchum Marlowe.
Ray graduated from Harmony High School in 1957 and completed coursework at Appalachian Business College, Statesville Business College, and Wake Forest. With this training, Ray worked in many job settings over the years in sales and managerial positions. In July of 2011, Ray moved to Manteo to reside with his son-in-law and daughter, Tom and Lynette Crews. A lover of music, Ray enjoyed singing with the choir at Mount Olivet United Methodist Church in Manteo. He also was a regular participant in later years with the Dare County Center’s Nutrition site.
Ray is survived by his brothers, Rex Marlowe and wife Phyllis, Larry Marlowe and wife Lee; his children, Lynette and husband Tom Crews, Mitch and wife Beth Marlowe, Layna and husband Patrick Tully, and Danny Marlowe; grandchildren, Griff Crews, Marlowe Crews, Carli Marlowe, Michelle Miglio, Madi Marlowe, Sara Marlowe, Jonathan Tully, Lindsey Tully, and Emily Tully; and one great-grandchild, Aspen.
Funeral services will be held at Boone Advent Christian Church, 220 West King Street, Boone, NC, on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. Visitation and a meal will be provided immediately following the service. Private Interment will be done at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Dare County Center Nutrition Program, PO Box 1000, Manteo, NC 27954 or Mount Olivet United Methodist Church Music and Drama, PO Box 787, Manteo, NC 27954.
Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.TwifordFH.com.
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Lois Marlowe Tipton
To Ray’s children and their families and his brothers and their families. Just wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of Ray’s passing. he will be very much missed at the “Marlowe Reunion” in September. But he is in a joyous place now and is having his Reunion now with family and friends who have gone on before. Most of all with Our Lord and Savior. Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to All, Lois Marlowe Tipton
Mary Anne Britton Cr
Flashback of many years gone by.The Marlowe family in Ahoskie and Murfreesboro. Good memories. My love goes to all of you.May you find peace in knowing you were always there for him.
The Zillifros and Herreras
Tom, Lynette, Marlowe, and Griff we stand with you, and with all of your family. Sometimes, that is the best, and really only thing, that friends can do. In every way over the years, you have always been there for our family, and we are grateful to have you as dear friends.
Life without partings is hard enough, but it seems that when we lose a family member, it is just made more difficult for a while.
Ray always seemed to take notice of me for some reason, and such things are never to be taken lightly in life. It is something for which I am grateful.
You are all in our prayers.
Peggy Snead
Tom, Lynette and family: so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. He will be missed by many here in Manteo. Just know you are all in my prayers and I know God will comfort each of you throughout this sad time.
May God bless each of you. Love, Peggy Snead
Reha & Dan
Lynette, Tom and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Mr. Ray’s passing. This will be a difficult time for you , but we know the lord will hold each of you in His strong arms and will give you peace.
I can’t imagine singing in choir without him. It is s great loss to all of us in the choir. There are many good memories of Mr. Ray and Jim Brown sitting next to each other and carrying the bass section. He will truly be missed in many ways. I know that there is a wonderful choir in heaven with Mr. Ray and Jim singing their hearts out. I am comforted to know he is without any pain, no tears, and is sitting at the feet of Jesus.
We will be praying for you all and hope you will call on us if you should need anything.
Love,
Reha & Dan Otte
Loretta & Jack Fertall
Dear Lynette and Tom,
So sorry to hear of Ray’s sudden passing. Will miss his wonderful voice in the church choir. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family at this time. Our deepest sympathy.
Loretta & Jack Fertal
Gordon and Jane Noble
Pastor Mitch and family
Jane and I sorrow with each of you in the passing of your Father. knowing he is now with our Heavenly Father gives comfort. Never had a chance to meet him, but knowing I will be with him some day is a great joy. We love you so very much and thankful to call you Pastor.
Budd Kirby
Think of all of you and offering prayers. May Ray rest in peace.
Gordon and Jane Noble
Pastor Mitch:
Jane and I are with you and your family in prayer, missing ones loved one is easer to handle when we know they are with our Heavenly Father. May the comfort and peace promised us be with each of you. Sorry I did not know your Dad, but I look forward to the day we cam meet. God Bless you …
Ray and Vera Stoutenburg
Lynette, we are so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Love to you and Tom.
Bill Tatum
We were glad to see Ray last May at 60th HHS Class of 1957 Reunion. Many pleasant memories, especially him holding down 1st Base on HHS baseball team. Condolences to the family. RIP Ray!
Oma Jo Davis
Just wanted to say I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing.
We have a lot of good memories of Ray at the Crews family gatherings.
When we visited the Crews family at Christmas in Manteo, Jim, Karen, Jamie, and I attended Mt. Olivet Methodist Church. We were pleased to have the opportunity to hear Ray sing in the Church Choir.
He will also be missed driving his VW convertible around the area.
You are in my prayers.
Karen Walker
Lynette and family, sending caring thoughts to each of you… May God grant his peace and comfort during this time and days ahead.. precious memories how they linger, bringing tears of joy and smiles…..love and prayers, Karen
H. M. "Skip" Lange
Lynettee and Tom I am very sorry to hear about Ray’s passing. My prayers are with you and if I can be of any help please let me know.
Cathy Spencer
Dear Lynette, sorry to see the loss of your father in the newspaper. You are a special lady and I know you will miss him. We are all so grateful for Jesus Christ! May His spirit comfort you at this time of loss. Love and prayers. Cathy Spencer
Nichol
So sorry for your loss. Ya all are in our thoughts and prayers. Wanted to share comforting thought. This has helped us a lot.
Its found at John 5:28,29. This shows that one day there will be a resurrection. We will be able to see our dead loved ones again. It will be much better because bad things, including death, will be no more (Revelation 21:4).
Faye Lewark Daniels
My thoughts are with you and your family at this time; may your memories bring you comfort.
“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” ~~ Eskimo Proverb
Patty Callum
Sending many hugs to you Lynette and Tom.
Post Office Patty