Former Arizona graduate and booster David Lowell passes away

Awful news that is making the rounds on social media, former Arizona Football player and donor David Lowell has passed at the age of 92.

Amid the already depressing state of things, with no sports, limited social interactions, etc. there’s even more bad news as former Arizona gradute and donor David Lowell has passed away at the age of 92. 

The news of Lowell’s death made the rounds via social media last night, and it’s certainly upsetting to fans.

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As you may recall, David has been a major supporter of Arizona Athletics often seen at games in Tucson, and more specifically he was a big supporter of the Arizona Football program.

Prior to Rich Rodriguez’s arrival, Arizona Football was in desperate need of some facility upgrades, and he and his wife Edith generously donated money that went towards the Lowell-Stevens Football Facility that’s now in part been named after the both of them of course.

He also helped in donating money for the construction of the Richard Jefferson Gymnasium.

However, David’s love for Tucson and the University of Arizona goes beyond just athletics.

A graduate of Tucson High School and the University of Arizona (1949), for some who probably don’t know, the Lowell’s also generously donated to a few different colleges on campus, particularly in the Geological and Mining space, since that’s where David spent most of his career famously working.

“David was a renowned exploration geologist who largely worked in copper and gold mining,” according to Arizona Daily Star’s Greg Hansen.

His impact on the University and community was substantial, and his loss is certainly going to be felt everywhere.

At Zona Zealots, we would like to send our condolences to the Lowell family and his wife Edith. He will sorely be missed! As always, Bear Down, Arizona and Bear Down, David!