"Alot of good memories having you close to the store,good customer,sorry for your loss "
In loving memory of
Robert L. "Bob" Fowler Jr.
September 20, 1938 - May 1, 2020
Robert L. "Bob" Fowler Jr., 81, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, May 1, 2020, at ManorCare Health Services at Utica Ridge in Davenport, Iowa.
A public graveside service and burial celebrating "Bob's" life will be held at 11 A.M., Monday, May 11, 2020 at Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa. There is no public visitation. Cremation has taken place. Social Distancing guidelines will be followed and as of May 1, spiritual and religious gatherings are not prohibited as a mass gathering, but a church, synagogue, or other host of a spiritual or religious gathering shall implement reasonable measures under the circumstances of each gathering to ensure social distancing of employees, volunteers, and other participants, increased hygiene practices, and other public health measures to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 consistent with guidance issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Robert Lewis Fowler Jr. was born on September 20, 1938 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Robert Lewis and Betty Marie (Lubben) Fowler Sr. He was a 1956 graduate of Maquoketa High School and then served in the Army Reserves. He married Flora C. Berner on November 30, 1958 in Charlotte, Iowa. Three children were born to this union, Robert III, Scott and Jane.
"Bob" was a lifelong Clinton County farmer. He had also managed the T-Bar Ranch for Don Thomas for several years and worked as a Crop Insurance Adjuster for over 15 years.
"Bob" was active in his community and had been a 4-H leader, served on the Delwood Community School District School Board for two terms, and a former Clinton County Extension Board member. Additionally, he was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa. He was an avid NASCAR and football fan. He loved his children and grandchildren immensely.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Flora Fowler of Delmar, IA; children, Robert (Jennifer) Fowler III of Saline, MI, Scott (Wendy) Fowler of Stockbridge, GA, and Jane (Steve) Halligan of Charles City, IA; and 6 grandchildren, Robert, Will, Sophia, Chloe, Brian and Josh. He was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.
The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of condolence or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"Always liked my Uncle\'s sense of humor. I remember when I was really little and I got to ride on the tractor and got to operate the end loader!"
"Flora, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Larry and Mary Baker, Biloxi MS"
"Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss of Bob. We were in school together, he was in my class, and we also served in the military together We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Bob and Joan Head "
"Flora and family: I want to send my thoughts and sympathy for your loss of Bob. He was a friend of our family and when I was in the hospital he gave blood to replace some that I needed. This was when our son was born in 1960 so a wonderful person to know. Take care all of you. "
"Flora, so sorry to hear of Bob\'s passing, prayers to you and your family, remember all the memories. Janet House Burnett"
"Flora and family we are sorry for your loss. I served with Bob on the school board and remember the tough decision he had to make His love for the kids and community always guided his decisions. May great memories help ease your sorrow. Dave & Jean Kent"
"I have a lot of respect for the work Bob did on the Delwood School Board. Bob and Flora were great parents. I had the pleasure of working with each of their three children. Larry Munson"
"Flora, please accept my sincere sympathy. Scott was in my brother Kenneth?s class and Rob was a friend of my other brother, Bob. I know all three from school as well. I remember that you were in my mother?s brother, Dana Widel?s class at Elwood (he spoke of you often) and I believe Bob was with my father?s sister Catherine. As others have said, good memories do help. Thinking of you all."
"Hello Flora this is Bob Rowold sorry to hear of your lost I think of him often when adjusting as he was my trainer and the good times we had on the road."
"Flora - my sympathy to you and your family. Your memories will bring you comfort through this difficult time. Linda Sturtz-Pickup"
"We have many fond memories hanging out in the Fowler home during our teenage years...It was a home filled with love and joy. We hope the many memories you shared in this home bring you comfort now. Paul and Marcia Kleinsmith "
"Flora, Thinking of you at this sad time! Children and grandchildren seem to help strengthen one in body and spirit! We too will pray for your strength and good health. I first remember meeting you and Bob at T-Bar. What fond memories of Angus cattle and agriculture!"
"To Flora and family: So sorry to hear of Bob\'s passing. We were classmates and did get to visit every few years at reunions. I\'ve enjoyed Bob\'s musical memories postings on Facebook . I\'ll always remember his smile and sense of humor. He had a good and productive life and helped many people. Keep those memories in your heart. Hugs and prayers to you. Cathy Bailey Pharr TX"
"Flora, Scott, Rob, and Jane. I will miss Bob answering the phone when I called to chat with Flora. He always had to torment me or tease me. I know your family will miss his jolly sense of humor. Let memories like this help each of you through this time of sadness."
"Flora so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Hugs & prayers to you & our family. Remember he is in good hands & at peace. Peace be with you!! "
"Flora and family: We are glad we got to know you and Bob better through church. I remember when you and Bob were always ushers on Saturday night and always had kind word for us. You would mention when we were going dancing and notice our boots. I wish it was not at the time of this Virus so we could be together. Flora you are always there for everyone else. Know that we are thinking of you as Bob goes to be with God. Peace to all of your family. Dianna and Doodee"
"Flora and Family We are so very sorry to hear of Bob\'s passing. You and Bob have been together for many years but when something like this happens it seems never long enough. Stay strong. You have our sympathy and prayers. "
"So sorry, Flora but keep moving forward as I told you back in December! Love you "
"It really hurts losing a long lost friend. We had a great friendship in the 50\'s with the Fowler family. Bob and I worked together on the farm and together got into trouble many times. He would laugh about it in his funny way. Our lives grew apart because of distance but I know our thoughts were together. Flora, you are a great lady and I am so sorry for you and your family. "
"Prayers and thoughts are being sent to you Flora and family.So sorry for your loss. RIP "
" Flora and family, I was sorry to learn Bob passed away .He was a good good and respected man. My sympathy to you all at this difficult time. June Luett "
"Dear Flora and Family, I am sorry to read of your loss. We have not communicated since you contacted me when I lost my mother. I hope Carol forwarded Mary\'s wedding pictures to you. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Let\'s stay in touch. Joyce Paarmann Polka"
"Flora and Family, Deepest sympathy...what a hard time to loose a loved one....if you need anything give us a call ... Heather, Curtis, Chloe and Carver Rickertsen "
"Flora and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure the memories you made together. May he rest in peace. With sympathy and friendship from neighbors Dave and Elaine Luett"