Marlborough- Joan M. Lowe (Zeh), wife of the late John A. Lowe, formerly of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 7, 2012 after a lengthy illness. She leaves behind her two sons, David Lowe and his wife Shauna of Worcester, Kevin Lowe and his wife Anna of Houston, TX; a devoted daughter, Kim Kahan and her husband David of Boxborough; a brother, Charles Zeh and his wife Irene of Marlborough; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends. She is predeceased by her two sisters, Janice Skowronek and Judy Zeh and a beloved grandson, John Ledoux. Joan was born in Worcester, and raised in Northborough. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Beatrice (O'Reilly) Zeh. Joan graduated from Northboro High and went on to graduate from secretarial school. In her later years she grew to enjoy making crafts, and painting. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren, especially during the last few weeks of life, as they brought many smiles to her days. A graveside service will be held in honor of Joan, on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Luke's Cemetery, Westborough. For online condolences, please visit: www.haysfuneralhome.com