Lowell V Henrie Jr.

Lowell V. Henrie Jr. - 80, Panguitch, UT; returned to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father and his sweetheart, Janis, on July 25,2025. 

Lowell V. was born on July 23,1945 to Lowell V. Sr and Alice R. Henrie in Panguitch, UT. 
Lowell was the second of four boys and was called “Vee” by his brothers, mom, family and friends; but his dad, Lowell Sr., always called him “Joe”. He later became known as dad, Papa, Papa Great, or as he got older as “T.O.M.” (the old man) to his five children. Lowell V. grew up in Spry, UT on the family farm where he gained a love for farming, all animals, and Sandy ranch. He loved caring for all the cattle, sheep, chickens, barn cats, and was the happiest riding a horse with a dog companion in tow. 

Lowell V. graduated from Panguitch High School and then attended Dixie College in St. George where he played football for the Dixie Rebels. He loved being part of the Dixie College 1963 NJCAA National Championship team that was later inducted into the Dixie State (Utah Tech University) Hall of Fame and often talked about the friends he made during that time. Former team members remember him as being a true team-player that never gave up. He was the guy that “would always get up no matter how hard he was hit” and continue practice with a positive attitude and much determination. After serving a mission in New England for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, he attended BYU where he fell in love with his sweetheart, Janis Rae Crompton. They were married and sealed for time and all eternity on August 30, 1968, in the Salt Lake City Temple. Janis and Lowell began their family and eventually moved to Panguitch, UT, where they raised five children: David Lowell, Lisa Kay, Tammi Anne, Jeramy Joe, and Scott Cameron. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Education from Southern Utah University. Lowell V. was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and held various callings throughout his life but really enjoyed organizing and cooking for Ward parties and creating delicious Dutch oven meals for various church activities. He loved the temple and was called to serve with his sweetheart, Janis, in the St. George temple for three and a half years. This experience was one of the happiest of his life. 

Lowell V. loved the community of Panguitch and surrounding areas and was a volunteer firefighter, an EMT, a member of the Panguitch Chamber of Commerce, and owned and ran a local business, the Western Auto. He was also a proud member of the Lion’s Club and loved cooking at the Lion's Club Breakfasts. He loved sharing knowledge of Panguitch, Bryce Canyon, and surrounding areas. As an avid Panguitch Bobcat fan, he could be seen at sports and other events associated with PHS. He loved to attend the local plays and other events and very rarely missed a basketball game, baseball game, track and field event, drill competition, play, wrestling match, or any other event his children or grandchildren were participants in. He was so proud of all of them and their various talents. Those that were close to Lowell V. knew that under his rough exterior lived a man with a heart of gold. He quietly served others throughout his life. Every Christmas he would anonymously donate to families in need. During the years that he owned the Western Auto, he would leave his family after Christmas Eve dinner, go down to the store by himself, gather toys, electronics, household items, etc. and leave them anonymously on various porch steps of those families he knew could not afford to have Christmas. His children had no idea what he was doing and often wondered why he would leave Christmas Eve before they went to bed. Later, they found out that he really left them to serve others. It was quite common for him to butcher a cow or sheep and take the meat, homemade bread, vegetables from his garden, and bottled fruit to single mothers, elderly people, or someone who had lost their job. Even though he and Janis were not wealthy, they would often give to those in need. It was not surprising for him to rent a tuxedo, pay for a nail or hair appointment, or give money to a young man that could not afford to take a date to the Jr. Prom, all without wanting recognition. These are just a few examples of his generosity. Lowell V. will be remembered, by his family and those that really knew him, as a generous man that loved his wife and family, serving others, being outdoors, woodworking, cooking, making up songs, taking rides up in the hills, dancing, reading, visiting, and having a strong testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. His smile that brightened up his whole face and lit up his eyes will be greatly missed by his children, 21 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and his faithful furry companion, Pepper. 

Survived by his children, David Lowell (Stephanie) Henrie; Lisa Kay (Todd) Breinholt; Tammi Anne (Gary) Bennett; Jeramy Joe (Sheryl) Henrie; Scott Cameron (Brittney) Henrie; grandchildren: Shayna (Morgan) Wood, Hayden Henrie, Riki Henrie, Hallie(Hagen) Harward, Tayson Volker, Brie Volker, Janisa (Manny) Quezada, Jaylee (Brycen) Bybee, Jentri (Jayden) Roden, Jaxton Breinholt, Dalan (McKenzie) Bennett, Taylor (Logan) Steed, Jordan (Zackary) Draper, Kyler(Andie) Bennett, Alicia Henrie, Jaren Henrie, Curtis Henrie, Brinlee Henrie, Draysen Henrie, Maylee Henrie, Alexie Henrie; great- grandchildren: Myla Wood, McKay Wood, Baby Wood(Due August 2025), Aden Quezada, Nolan Quezada, Elena Quezada, Luka Bybee, Kai Bybee, Hailey Bennett, Parker Bennett, Baby Bennett (Due August 2025), Addilyn Steed, Baylee Steed, Baby Draper (Due December 2025); brothers Richard(Bonnie) Henrie, Val (Lorraine) Henrie, Michael Henrie, brother and sister-in-law Harold and Diane Shirley. Lowell V. was preceded in death by his parents, Lowell and Alice Henrie; his loving wife, Janis; his mother-in-law, Norma F. Crompton, a brother-in-law, Barry Teudt Crompton; and a sister-in-law, Kay Crompton. 

Per his request, Graveside services will be held Saturday, August 2,2025 at 11:30 am, at the Panguitch City Cemetery. A private family viewing will be held at 11:00 am at the Panguitch City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com