Houston County Sheriff’s Office mourns death of 41-year-old jailer

Nayeli Carrillo

April 18, 2024 at 6:58 PM

HOUSTON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – The Houston County Sheriff’s Office said a member of their jail staff passed away on Wednesday and he will be greatly missed.

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Jason Lowery, 41, worked at the jail for almost eight years along with his father and brother. Lowery reportedly passed away unexpectedly in his Crockett home.

“Jason will be greatly missed by his HCSO family. Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers,” the sheriff’s office said.

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