Richard D. Fowler
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- Sep 15
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June 6, 1939 – September 11, 2025
Richard D. “Dick” or “Ted” Fowler, 86, formerly of Butler and Chicora, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, in Ormond Beach, Florida.
He was born on June 6, 1939, in Rimersburg, Pennsylvania, Richard was the son of the late Coyle and Doris Fowler.
He grew up in western Pennsylvania and earned an Associate of Science degree from Penn State University. From 1961 to 1966, he served in the United States Navy with NAVAIR Squadron VA-75—the “Sunday Punchers”—aboard the USS Independence (CV-62) and USS Enterprise (CVN-65), participating in deployments during both the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. After his military service Richard returned to Armco. Richard also continued his commitment to helping others as a founding member of the Unionville Fire Department’s dive rescue team. He was affectionately called "Mr. Fix-It,” always ready with a tool and a solution.
Richard’s faith was a guiding force throughout his life. He was an active member of Chicora Alliance Church in Pennsylvania and later Providence Church in Ormond Beach. Together with his wife, Brenda Lee Fowler, he supported couples through Marriage Encounter and Pre-Cana ministries. He and his wife were also members of Gideons International. He enjoyed outdoor pursuits including golfing, hunting, trapping, and gardening. His humor and love for sharing jokes brought joy to those around him. Above all, he treasured time spent with family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Brenda Lee Fowler; sons Brian Fowler (Lori), Eric Fowler, and Christopher Fowler (Emina); brother Barry Fowler (Sharon); grandchildren Krissandra Helch (Gary), Nathaniel Fowler (Julie), Collin Fowler (Mikala), Melea Siddall (Jared), Breanna Sheasley (Duane), Marah Fowler, and Jordan Fowler; and eleven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Carla Bosko; and granddaughter Minah Joy Fowler.
A Visitation with friends and family will take place on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 East North Street, Butler, PA 16001.
A Military Service will take place at the funeral home immediately after the visitation at 6:00pm, on Monday, September 22, 2025, followed by a Memorial Service, with Pastor Mark Wallace officiating.
A private burial will take place in Hillview Cemetery.
Memorial Donations may be made in Richard's memory to The Gideons International,
P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214, https://gideons.org/donate.
All who knew Richard are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
