Emmalyn Jae Lowe – Donora

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On May 30, 2021, a team of angelic angels flew into Donora and presented princess Emmalyn Jae Lowe with her angel wings and escorted her to the throne of God. As princess Emmalyn soars to heights unknown, she leaves behind star-gazing dad, Semaj Lowe; mom, Jaquae Simpson; and two sisters, Amirah Jones and Teighan Lowe. Also left to cherish her memory is a great host of family members and friends. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2021 with a service of celebration to start at 11 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 230 Reed Ave., Monessen, Pa. The Rev. Gary Yarbrough of the Interfaith Church of Uniontown will give the eulogy, Interment will follow in Fells Church Cemetery, Belle Vernon. Final celebration has been gently placed in the hands of HOUSE OF JACKSON MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 546 Thompson Ave., Donora, Karl Jackson, funeral director, 724-379-5420.

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