BENTON – Dennis Fowler, 84, of Benton and a former Thompsonville resident passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family and his puppies.

He was born in Thompsonville on March 23, 1938, the son of Grover Cleveland and Thelma Fern (Smith) Fowler.

Dennis married Donna J. (Beasley) on December 18, 1970.

He was a Veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from General Motors after 36 years, and was a member of the American Legion. His family was the most important thing in his life.

Mr. Fowler is survived by his:

Wife: Donna Fowler of Benton

Son: Toby Fowler of Benton

Grandchildren: Caleb, Kaiden, Reagan and Easton

Daughter-in-law: Jessica Fowler of Benton

Three sisters: Virginia Smith and husband Jim of Benton

                       Marilyn Planz of Benton

                       Debra Krumery and husband Herb of Buckner

Two brothers: William Albert Fowler of Benton

                       Jack Fowler and wife Nancy of Benton

Several Nieces and Nephews

Mr. Fowler was preceded in death by his parents, by two daughters-Tammy Yvonne and Christina Marie, two sisters-Pauline Swenson and Freda Broadway, by one brother-Norman Fowler and by a sister-in-law-Susan Fowler.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 22 at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton.  Military Rites will be conducted by the American Legion and VFW Posts. Visitation will be after 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

For more information or to send online condolences, please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com.