Richard Willard Fowler, 65, died March 24, 2011.
A native of Watertown, NY, he was a son of the late Donald Roy and Betty Mae Merriam Fowler. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia and a Vietnam Veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Fowler was currently employed with Athens BMW and enjoyed golfing and running.
Memorial services will be Monday, March 28, 2011, at 2:00 PM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens, EAST with Rev. Sheila Bookout officiating.
Survivors include his wife of forty-two years, Judy K. Fowler; son, Matthew Fowler of Athens; daughter and son-in-law, Amy and Matthew Knisely of Cumming, GA; two brothers, Donald Bruce Fowler of Fulton, NY and Terry Fowler of Port Orchard, WA; sister, Linda Rigabar of Sackets Harbor, NY; numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Fowler was affectionately known as "Poppy" to his two granddaughters, McRae and Alaini.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Make A Wish Foundation of Georgia and Alabama, 1775 The Exchange, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30339.
Lord and Stephens, EAST, is in charge of arrangements.