Stuart Lowe
“This afternoon we said our goodbyes to a man who has made an indelible mark on the lives of so many. Stu has been fighting his cancer for over 10 years, and today his journey came to an end. We are heartbroken at this massive loss, but in awe of his strength and so grateful for the man he was and the time we got to spend with him.
“Tonight, Stuart and Jenna spend the evening of Jenna’s 30th celebrating together, wherever they may be. We are so grateful for all the love and support. Thank you for your kindness, and we appreciate your understanding should we be slow to respond to messages at this time.”
Lowe’s daughter Jenna Lowe, 17 at the time, was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension in 2012. She died three years later on 8 June 2015.
Lowe still made time for to campaign against another deadly disease – cancer. On his death, Campaigning for Cancer wrote, “It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our esteemed board member, Stuart John Lowe. A compassionate leader and visionary, he dedicated his time, expertise, and heart to advancing the mission of the organisation. His commitment, guidance, and kindness have left an indelible mark on our team and the community we serve.”
‘What a partner. What a mensch’
His close friend and partner at WhyFive, Brandon de Kock, is devastated.
“Personally, Stu and I rode shotgun for each other for decades, literally, and what an extraordinary joyride it’s been. He was the Excel spreadsheet behind my PowerPoint presos: the show director standing proudly in the wings at curtain call, delighted for me to take the applause. What a partner. What a mensch.
“So we’ll keep going onward and upwards, carpe-ing every diem with his memory lighting the way, but knowing that whenever we celebrate a victory, there will always be a spare set of chopsticks at the sushi bar.”
Legendary status
WhyFive’s Julie-Anne Bell, business director at BrandMapp by WhyFive, picks up the story.
“Stu, you reached legendary status in the industry and touched so many’s lives. From the outpouring of messages I have read today you have been described as a mensch, a man above men, a beloved husband (Gabi Lowe), the best father ever (Kristi Lowe), a brother (Alison McCutcheon (Lowe) and Shirley Lowe), a mentor, a friend, a gentleman, a genuine man, a dear friend, a prince among men, a stellar gent, a man with a beautiful presence, larger than life, a man who lived life to the fullest always pushing boundaries of rules and always with his cheeky laugh, caring and supportive; a remarkable human, possessed great generosity of spirit, always ready to share his industry knowledge, a brave and kind and wonderful man, an institution to the industry, genuine, authentic… and my personal favourite from Amanda Cromhout CADipL™️ who described you as MAGNIFICENT!”
‘A sparkle in his eye’
“Sad news that Stuart Lowe of BrandMapp by WhyFive has passed away after a valiant cancer battle. Stuart always had a sparkle in his eye, a new idea, a new possibility. He and his team at WhyFive built some of the smartest and most insightful research surveys and tools, always presented in such an accessible and interesting way.
“He adored his family, who’ve sadly experienced more than their fair share of illness and loss. Through it all, the death of his heroic daughter Jenna, and his own battles, he was optimistic, down to earth and full of life.
“I enjoyed our conversations immensely , a good dose of healthy banter and a smattering of work, and I will miss him.
“He joins Jenna on what would have been the evening of her 30th birthday. I take some comfort knowing they’re together.
“Condolences to Gabi and Kristi, his extended family and friends, as well his WhyFive team Brandon de Kock and Julie-Anne Bell.” ~ Gillian Rightford, executive director at the
‘Man in a million’
“Goodbye Stuart Lowe. You were a man in a million. My brother from another mother, fly high and fly free with your darling Jenna Lowe. You left on what would have been her 30th. May you dance with the particles. Thank you for your friendship. Gabi Lowe, Kristi Lowe we hold you forever. You did it your way, always… and taught us…” ~ Marianne Thamm, Daily Maverick
‘Caring and supportive’