Arbutus "Boots" Lowdermilk, age 81, of Minerva, went home to meet her Lord Thurs., June 28, 2012 in Minerva Eldercare. She was born March 28, 1931 in Blemont County, OH to Albert and Frances (Triplett) Escott. She was an employee of Canton Containers, attended Canton Actual Business College and is a member of the Minerva First Christian Church.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Debra (Donald) Johnson of Smithfield, Utah, Barb Wade of Denver, CO; a son, Dan (Mary) Lowdermilk of Rockfield, KY; 5 sisters, Jane Scott of Minerva, Janet (Bob) Spahr of Minerva, Darlene "Punk" Escott of Minerva, Ruth Hamll of OH, Audrey Bast of Minerva; a brother, Don Escott of Minerva, sister-in-law, Jean Escott of North Canton; 5 grandchildren, Allan Johnson, Kevin Johnson, Traci Bryant, Mandy Sharp and Hannah Lowdermilk; 2 step grandchildren; Jason and Doug Yeager; 8 great grandchildren; 7 step great grandchildren; and her favorite companion, Rita.

She is preceded in death by 6 sisters, Opal Garner, Helen Clark, Frances Kidder, Martha Givins, Ruby Haines and Alberta Escott; 4 brothers, Alfred Escott, Charles Haines, Kenneth Escott and Dean Haines.

The family would like to thank the staff at Minerva Eldercare for the wonderful care.

Funeral services will be Monday at 1:00 pm in the Minerva First Christian Church with Mr. Ralph Norman, Mr. Dale Roberts and Phil Rittenhouse officiating. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery in Carrollton. Calling hours will be Sunday 6-8 pm at the church and one hour prior to services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Minerva First Christian Church, c/o 300 W. Lincoln Way, Minerva, OH 44657. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.
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