Larry Lynn Fowler, age 75, of Newaygo passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at his home with his family at his side. Larry was born on October 3, 1941, in White Cloud, to Orren and Lucille (Sorden) Fowler. Later in life Larry married Marcia Rae Archbold. Larry retired from a long full career at Steelcase in 1997 after 23 years. Along with his love of fishing and hunting, Larry enjoyed spending time playing cards as a card shark and serving the community as a member of the Newaygo Fire Department. As a giving soul, and true gentleman, he was constantly helping everyone in need without anticipation of anything in return. Larry was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War receiving 2 Bronze Stars and proudly served on the Newaygo VFW Post #4249 Honor Guard. He was the youngest of 12 children with all seven brothers serving in the armed forces. Larry was an active member of the Resonate Church in Newaygo.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia; children, Jason Scott (Amanda) Fowler of Newaygo, John D. Archbold III of Morley, Jeanette (Rick) Birdsell of Newaygo, Jim (Geraldine) Archbold of Grant, and Bethanie Thomas of Washington State; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Kenneth (Jean) Fowler of Delton, Richard (Joyce) Fowler of Swartz Creek, Audrey Bulmer of Big Rapids, Marlene (Jim) Toogood of Big Rapids, and Barbara (Carl) Smith of Newaygo; and many nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded by his son Jeremy Fowler; and brothers and sisters, Marvin Fowler, Robert Fowler, Harold Fowler, Byron C. Fowler, Mildred Burke, and Verna Jean Cappel.

Memorial services will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at the Resonate Church in Newaygo with military honors under the auspices of the Newaygo VFW Post #4249. There will be a time of visitation with the family at the Church prior to the service starting at 10 AM. Interment will be in Newaygo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Program. Friends and family may share memories and condolences online at www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home – Fremont Chapel.

Visitation

Tuesday, October 10, 2017 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Resonate Church in Newaygo 302 E 68th Street Newaygo, Michigan 49337

Memorial Service

Tuesday, October 10, 2017 11:00 AM

Resonate Church in Newaygo 302 E 68th Street Newaygo, Michigan 49337