Billionaire Westfield founder Sir Frank Lowy, 92, has ‘found love’ two years after his wife died

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Frank Lowy reportedly has a new woman in his life.

The billionaire Westfield founder, 92, has been seen out and about with a mystery woman and introducing her to friends as his ‘new girlfriend’, according to the Daily Telegraph.

The woman’s name remains unknown but sources say she’s in her early 70s and met Sir Lowy in Israel – where he currently resides.

Billionaire Westfield founder Sir Frank Lowy, 92, has ‘found love’ two years after his wife died

Frank Lowy reportedly has a new woman in his life. The billionaire Westfield founder, 92, has been seen out and about with a mystery woman and introducing her to friends as his ‘new girlfriend’.

Sources also note that the widower, who shares three sons with his late wife of 66 years Shirley Lowy, has been ‘much revived’ by his new lover’s company.

Sir Lowy is still carrying his late wife’s legacy after recently donating $27 million to Tel Aviv University and renaming the International School in memory of her.

The school’s new name has been unveiled and will be called The Lowy International School Dedicated to the Memory of Shirley Lowy.

‘My family and I know that my dear wife Shirley’s memory will forever live on at TAU and this makes us very proud,’ he said.

‘This tribute to my wife combines all the most important things to her – education, the state of Israel, and empowering the new generations.’ 

Sir Lowy is still carrying his late wife's legacy after recently donating $27 million to Tel Aviv University and renaming the International School in memory of her

Sir Lowy is still carrying his late wife’s legacy after recently donating $27 million to Tel Aviv University and renaming the International School in memory of her

Lady Lowy was surrounded by family, including her husband and their sons, in Tel Aviv, Israel when she passed away on December 9, 2020.

‘It is with deepest sorrow that we confirm the passing of Shirley Lowy, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother-in-law and great grandmother,’ the family said in a statement at the time.

‘She passed away peacefully at the age of 86, in Tel Aviv, comforted in her last days by her husband, Frank, and her closest family including sons David, Peter and Steven.’

Lady Lowry was diagnosed with dementia about 10 years ago. 

'My family and I know that my dear wife Shirley’s memory will forever live on,' he said

‘My family and I know that my dear wife Shirley’s memory will forever live on,’ he said

Lady Lowy was surrounded by family, including her husband and their sons, in Tel Aviv, Israel when she passed away on December 9, 2020

Lady Lowy was surrounded by family, including her husband and their sons, in Tel Aviv, Israel when she passed away on December 9, 2020

In a documentary about her condition, What will become of us, Sir Lowry opened up about his personal struggles.

‘Nights are really very difficult because she goes to bed between 7 and 8 o’clock and then I don’t exactly know what to do with myself. As her memory recedes more and more, I want to hold onto my own,’ he said.

During filming, Sir Lowry was selling Westfield Corporation, the company he founded in Blacktown in 1959.

At the time, Sir Lowry was grappling with what would happen when the company was gone.

‘Where will I be without the company? It would have been nice to discuss this matter with my wife, but it’s not possible.’

Lady Lowry was born in Sydney to immigrant parents. Her family, who moved to Australia from Poland and the United Kingdom, spent time in Bondi before relocating further north.

Sir Frank and Lady Lowy met at a Hanukkah party in 1952 and were married for 68 years.

They had three sons together, David, Peter and Steven.

Sir Frank and Lady Lowy met at a Hanukkah party in 1952 and were married for 68 years. Pictured here with former Prime Minister John Howard and his wife Janette

Sir Frank and Lady Lowy met at a Hanukkah party in 1952 and were married for 68 years. Pictured here with former Prime Minister John Howard and his wife Janette

She completed an arts degree once her children were grown but prioritised her family life over paid work.

She has been remembered for her philanthropic work, having started establish a scholarship at Moriah College, a private school in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, to help underprivileged.

She also helped struggling Jewish families and set up houses for children from troubled families in Israel.

‘Her care and concern extended beyond her growing family to the wider community where she quietly launched philanthropic initiatives to help those in need. Having come from humble beginnings, she searched for new ways to improve the lives of others.’

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