Chad Lowe, Kim Painter’s daughter Mabel speaks out after sister Fiona’s death aged 13
Actor Chad Lowe and wife Kim Painter’s eldest daughter Mabel has shared a heartbreaking tribute to her 13-year-old sister Fiona days after her death.
Fiona died at 1.14am on Tuesday, September 29 at a local hospital. On October 1, the coroner’s office ruled the manner of death as suicide, according to a statement from a medical examiner shared with multiple US outlets.
Mabel Lowe has shared a beautiful tribute to her sister Fiona days after her tragic passing. Instagram/@mabellowe_
On Saturday, Mabel, 17, shared a string of beautiful photos on Instagram alongside her sister alongside the caption: “I love you so much Fiona.
“I wish your short time here was easier and I hope your mind is at ease now. I will honour you forever and keep your memory alive. I love you, I hope you knew just how much,” she wrote.
Included in the post were photos of Mabel and Fiona at the beach, at their home and walking hand-in-hand down a city street.
Chad, 58, and Kim, 52, also share youngest daughter Nixie, 10.
The parents shared the heartbreaking news of their daughter’s passing in a statement released on Tuesday.
“We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona,” the statement read.
They went on to remember Fiona as “a loving young girl who was smart, creative, and loved to dance”.
“She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents,” the family said, adding, “In fact, she was the light of our lives.
“I love you so much, Fiona,” Mabel wrote. Instagram/@mabellowe_
“Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time.”
The statement finished with the pair urging people to reach out for help if they are struggling with their mental health.
Fiona was approaching her 14th birthday on November 16.
Chad’s father, Charles “Chuck” Lowe was one of the first to publicly pay tribute to his granddaughter Fiona, taking to Instagram a day after the announcement of her death.
This is reportedly the family’s last red carpet appearance at the Marvel’s “Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur” premiere in 2023. Getty Images North America
“Rest in peace sweet Fiona,” he wrote alongside a photo of a young Fiona in the swimming pool.
“Fiona was sweet, quiet and kind. Dance was her biggest passion, she had a very artistic soul.
“She was always kind to other students. Many of her friends are out today grieving.”
Chad Lowe is an actor and the brother of ’80s screen star Rob Lowe.
Chad is best known for his Emmy-award winning role as Jesse McKenna in Life Goes On as well as teen drama series Pretty Little Liars and Melrose Place.
It was reported that parents at the school Fiona attended were sent an email from the principal informing them a student had died. The email did not name the student.
“It is with deep sadness that I am calling you to advise you of the death of one of our students,” the email, obtained by Page Six, said.
Fiona was the middle child of Lowe and Painter. They also share daughters Mable, aged 17 and Nixie, aged 10. Instagram/@ichadlowe
“Our sincere condolences go out to the student’s family, friends and teachers,” it read.
“Counsellors are available to meet with students and staff who may need emotional support during this difficult time.”
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