William A. Fowler

William A. Fowler, 84, of Shoals, passed away on March 12, 2026. Born on July 23, 1941, in Lawrence, Indiana, he was the son of Earl and Esther (Turner) Fowler.

After graduating from Scecina Memorial High School, William served four years in the United States Marine Corps. He married Patricia Bidwell on September 15, 1962, and the two shared more than six decades together. He went on to serve 41 years with the Indianapolis Fire Department, retiring in 2007.

William found quiet joy in tending his garden, mowing his lawn, and sharing breakfast at Velma’s. He remained an active member of the Shoals American Legion Post #61 and the Shoals Eagles #2442 throughout his later years.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia; his children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; three siblings; and many nieces and nephews. William was preceded in death by his parents, his son Michael, and four siblings.