Lowell Dean Titus

Lowell Dean Titus, age 93, died Tuesday, June 30th, 2020 at Brookstone Assisted Living in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Lowell was born October 23, 1926 in Des Moines, Iowa to Hazel Monta (Wright) Titus and Charles David Titus. After graduating from North High School in Des Moines, he served in the Navy, then earned a Civil Engineering degree from Iowa State and later a Masters in Sanitary Engineering from University of Iowa. Lowell and Norma Darlene Knouf were married December 17, 1950 and settled in Muscatine Iowa. There, Lowell pursued an engineering career with Stanley Consultants, eventually doing extensive work overseas. He enjoyed discussing his work experiences in 23 countries across 6 continents. After retirement, Lowell and Norma enjoyed life together at The Village Retirement Community in Indianola, Iowa until Norma's death in 2016. In 2018 Lowell moved to Brookstone in Fayetteville to take advantage of additional support services. Lowell loved to sing, dance, and play bridge and table tennis. He also enjoyed a pithy comment. A few of his favorites were: "a little dirt never hurt anyone"; "you'll never learn any younger"; and "imagination comes easy, engineering is real work" His was a life well lived. He will be greatly missed by many beloved friends and family. Lowell was preceded in death by Norma, his wife of 66 years, and his brothers Charles Titus and Clyde Titus. He is survived by his children: Brad Titus, Janet Titus, Barbara Titus and Carol Hughes, 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A family graveside service will be held in Des Moines at a future date. Memorials may be made to the Elevator Fund at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fayetteville, 901 W Cleveland 72701. Arrangements: Epting Funeral Home. Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.