Tuesday, September 2, 2008

In Loving Memory (Grandpa's Obituary)





Harvey DeVere Fowler 3/31/1937 ~ 8/28/2008 Harvey DeVere Fowler passed away August 28, 2008 at home with his wife by his side.Born March 31, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Blaine F. Fowler and Margaret Young Burnett. Married Colleen Anderson on July 1, 1955 in Salt Lake City. Harvey worked for Utah Sand & Gravel for many years and was also a roofing contractor. He loved camping trips with his family to Lake Powell and Bear Lake, walking on the beach at Coronodo Island and trips to Yuma, Arizona in the winters. He also enjoyed sports, working on cars, and he kept his yard and home perfect. Most of all he loved his kids and grandkids, and the many family barbecues and birthday parties. He was a man's man who could fix anything and was willing to help anyone in need. We will miss you very much, and will never forget your wisdom and guidance. (By the way, don't talk to any girls). He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Colleen; three daughters, Pam Holmes (Tim), Cindy Lewis, Marty Bingham; son Scott Fowler (Kelly); mother, Margaret Burnett; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and beloved dog, Sissy. Preceded in death by his father, Blaine Fowler; step-father Hugh Burnett; grandparents; and many aunts, uncles and in-laws. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, where friends and family may visit Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Tuesday. Entombment in Larkin Sunset Lawn Mausoleum. Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com.

1 comment:

lizzo said...

This is a very nice obituary and his yard was always perfect!!!

Sorry for your loss again...I know you'll see him again.