Lowell Creitz

Madison- Lowell M. Creitz, 89, of Madison passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at home. He was born on February 4, 1931 in East Chicago, Indiana to Alford Eugene and Hazel (Miller) Creitz.

He married Joan Harrison on September 6, 1953 in Rochelle, Illinois. The couple has two sons, James and Joseph.

Lowell was in the United States Marine Band, “The President’s Own,” playing the cello for three years. A professor of cello, he played professionally in the Pro Arte Quartet for 25 years at the University of Wisconsin School of Music. He served as the Associate Director of the School of Music after he left the quartet.

After his retirement, Lowell enjoyed traveling and pursuing his interest in art. He had a great interest in painting and sculpture and became an “amateur art historian.” Lowell was a Rotarian and belonged to the Downtown Madison Club and was very active in the Youth Exchange program.

He is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, James (Giacometta), and Joseph (Kwan); three granddaughters, Clara Stefani, Anna Valeria, and Sophie; sister, Barbara Creitz; and his niece, Cindy (William) Gee. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made in Lowell's name to the Madison Community Foundation, 111 N. Fairchild Street, Suite 260, Madison, 53703.