Eddie Lowey was a name synonymous with Tynwald for 38 years. He died this week aged 86.
Mr Lowey stood for the Manx Labour Party and was elected to the House of Keys in 1975, before being elevated to the Legislative Council in 1982.
He served in the Council until his retirement in 2013.
Mr Lowey’s death was announced by Malew AFC, where he was described as a ‘club legend’.
the smiling character in the tea hatch on a Saturday
Malew AFC
The Club said that Eddie had covered nearly every role in the club for half a century and would be remembered by most as the smiling character in the tea hatch on a Saturday.
The statement went on to say that his generosity to the club and local community was unmatched and he will be a huge loss to the village.
Over his political career, Mr Lowey had served in many government departments including as Minister of Home Affairs, Industry and also as Chairmen of the Manx Electricity Authority.
Before Tynwald, Mr Lowey worked at Ronaldsway Aircraft Company between 1964 and 1975.
Those who knew Eddie will of course remember fondly his usual greeting, ‘How are you Sport?”
Edmund ‘Eddie Lowey – 1938-2024
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