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John R. (Johnny) Fowler, 77, of San Angelo, died after a lengthy illness Friday, October 3, 2014 in Dallas, TX. Born June 29, 1937 to John H and Mayme Fowler, he grew up in Jayton, TX. After graduating from McCallum High School in Austin, he graduated Texas Tech University. He married Judith in 1960 and worked for the USDA for 31 years. He was a farmer and rancher in Kent County and after retirement moved to San Angelo. He was a Mason and an active member in the Suez Shrine Temple. For several years he was a Shrine clown, winning several awards. He was a member of the Greeters, Concho Shrine Club, Masonic Lodge 570, Aspermont Lodge, Paint Rock Lodge, and Order of Eastern Star, serving as Worshipful Master and Worthy Patron. He became a popular western writer, and published 32 novels, ranging from historical westerns to contemporary fiction.
He is survived by his wife, Judith and three children: son, Bill, daughters, Vanessa and Terry. And four grandchildren: Chris, Kevin, Katie and Daniel.
Family visitation will be Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Johnson's Funeral Home. A celebration of John's life will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8 at First Baptist Church with Dr. James Hassell officiating. Burial will follow in Jayton Cemetery near Jayton, Texas at 4:00 p.m.
Family requests memorials be sent to Shriners Hospitals for Children, in care of Suez Shrine Temple, 2915 Loop 306, San Angelo, TX 76904.
Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com