Oskaloosa Bandstand Flag Notice: January 2024

Charles D. Lowry

Nov. 3, 1938 – Jun 24, 2022

The United States Army and Army Reserves

Private First Class E-3

Chuck was a delivery truck driver for Reisman Wholesale when he was drafted into the Army in 1961. He was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado, and the Army assigned him to heavy equipment operations; he remained state-side for his term of service. After his discharge, he returned to Oskaloosa, was soon hired by Ideal Manufacturing, and served in the Army Reserves for two years. While working for Ideal, Chuck also drove for O. B. & T on his days off. In 1967, he joined the Oskaloosa Fire Department; at that time, the department also provided ambulance service to the community. Chuck enjoyed the many lasting friendships he developed while serving the community.

After his retirement in 1993, he restored many cars and trucks and was an excellent woodworker, crafting numerous family heirlooms. He was a member of the American Legion, the V.F.W., and the Rolling Oldies Car Club.

Contact Shawn Langkamp at Langkamp Funeral Chapel & Crematory at 641-672-2181 or www.langkampfuneralchapel.com on the Contact-Us-Link if you are interested in honoring a deceased veteran with the flag above the bandstand.