(1913 – 1987) The story of Edward Lewis Lowder’s life and career reflects twentieth century Alabama at its best. Beginning as a schoolboy entrepreneur and becoming one of the South’s true captains of industry, Ed Lowder has exemplified the traits of deep personal...
(1897 – 1963) Julius Caesar Lowery was born in Cullman, Alabama, on June 27, 1897. He received his high school diploma from State Normal School in Florence, Alabama, in 1917 and earned his B.S. degree in Agricultural Education from Auburn University in 1923. For four...
(1916 – 1954) He didn’t live long, but he lived a full life in the years he had. A friend to many, a church lay-speaker, a leader in his career field, and a loving family man. That was John Lowrey. Born John Robbins Lowrey on September 22, 1916, in Uniontown, Alabama,...
(1916 – 2000) Dock S. Loyd could have been anything he wanted to be. He was bright, talented, and an overachiever. Alabama Cooperative Extension was blessed that he chose to become a county agricultural agent. Dock was well recognized by those who worked closely with...
(1954 – 2024) On October 20, 2024, Melinda Jo Langford Luker won her fight with Alzheimer’s Disease. She shed her earth-torn body for her heavenly reward. Melinda was a talented and loving woman. A graduate of Charles Henderson High School and Auburn University, she...
(1895 – 1976) George Lumpkin’s life began on January 13, 1895. He was born in Alexandria, Alabama, where he grew up on a farm. As a youngster, George attended the 7th District Agricultural School in Albertville, Alabama. When it was time to choose a college, the lure...