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John Carlton Fowler

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John E. Day Funeral Home - Red Bank

85 Riverside Avenue

Red Bank, New Jersey

John Fowler Obituary

John (Jack) Carlton Fowler

AGE: 92 • Lincroft

John (Jack) Carlton Fowler, 92, of Lincroft, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2014. He was the husband of Dorothy Loraine (Petzold) Fowler. Born in Long Branch, he was the son of the late John H. and Kate (Sickles) Fowler and was a graduate at Middletown High School class of 1939.

He served honorably in the Army during World War II. He was machinist for U.S. Army at Fort Monmouth for over 30 years, retiring in 1978. He then served the citizens of Middletown as the Township's Combustibles Inspector and Code Enforcement Officer until his retirement in 1986.

His career as a volunteer firefighter began in 1945 when he joined the River Plaza Hose Company Number 1. He moved to Lincroft in 1952 when they bought their home on Spring Garden Road and immediately joined the Lincroft Fire Company. He served the Lincroft Fire Company for 62 years in all capacities as an Engineer, and firematic line functions to include three years as Chief of the Middletown Township Fire Department in serving as Chief in 1962-1963. He continued his service to the fire company as a delegate to several Monmouth County and New Jersey firematic organizations till June of 2011. He served the citizens of Monmouth County as an Assistant Fire Marshall for 9 years and an instructor for the Monmouth County Fire Academy. Jack was an active member of the NJ State Fire Chief's Assoc. He served as active member of the Lincroft First Aid and Rescue Squad joining October 6, 1968 for 15 years.

He was a past member of the Long Branch Ice Boat and Yacht club. Jack was an honored brother of the Masons in Navesink Lodge #9 for over 65 years.

John is predeceased by his parents, brother, William and sisters, Doris Schmidt and Edna Tober. In addition to his wife of 68 years, he is survived by three sons, Richard and his wife Patricia of Eatontown, John E. and his wife Carol of Lincroft, and Dennis; five grandchildren, Theresa, Stephanie, John E. Jr., Samuel and Daniel; 1 great-grandchild, Michael and his sister, Ada Carhart of Middletown and sister-in-law, Jerry Smith of Juno Beach, Florida.

A special thanks to his care giver, Esmie Henry, who was a friend and kept him comfortable over the past year and a half.

Jack will be truly missed by friends and family.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. & 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 15, with a fireman service at 7:30 p.m. at John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave., Red Bank. A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16 at the funeral home, with a fire honor procession to follow. Interment will be private. Donations in his memory may be made to the Lincroft Fire Company, P.O. Box 23, Lincroft, NJ 07738-0023. Please visit John's memorial website available at www.johnedayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Mar. 14, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for John Fowler

19 Entries

March 26, 2014

Dear Carol, Jack, Jr., Theresa and John,
Mr. Fowler was truly a dedicated parent, fireman, good citizen and especially a wonderful husband to Dot. His thoughtfulness will be remembered by all who had the pleasure to meet him. Carol Sullivan

Tim and Mary Forrestall

March 17, 2014

Dennis, Jack, and family,

I regret missing the opportunity to share time with those with whom I spent so much time. I had a commitment at home in Greenville, SC this weekend which prevented me from coming back to the piece of earth to which I am most grounded.

I was quite conflicted over this, because, people like yourselves, Joe, Jack, Herman, Andy D, Bob Goddard, Chet, Richdale . . . well, the list goes on . . . are what, aside from my parents, made, and continue to make, that small circle on the map important to me.

I always enjoyed talking with Jack. He had a sense of humor and some great one-liners which were great because they hit the mark with clarity. I am truly glad that he had a nice long run of it.

Regards,

March 17, 2014

God Bless the Fowler family, Jack was like a Dad to me. Many fond memories, you will be missed. Love to all.
Randy Patterson and family, Lincroft, NJ

March 17, 2014

DENNIS...SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD

I STILL REMEMBER YOUR GREAT HELP AT ALICE's FUNERAL... ALMOST 20 YEARS AGO

RAY SHAFFERY

John Maguire

March 17, 2014

To the Fowler Family,
Your dad and grandfather was man who could always be trusted to see both sides of an issue, use his great perspective and offer an opinion without being overbearing. He was someone who was trusted in our fire department for his experience and wisdom. He was a good guy and will be greatly missed.

Deepest Sympathies,

John Maguire

Carol and Jack Fowler

March 17, 2014

Thank you for all the special memories, the love, the prayers, the thoughtfulness.

Dave Kelly

March 15, 2014

May God Bless and grant strength to Mr. Fowler's family during this difficult time.

March 14, 2014

thoughts and prayers are with the fowler family. john caddock and family

Dave Trevett

March 14, 2014

Always enjoyed his presence at the relief meetings. Rest easy Chief.

March 14, 2014

Dennis & Family
My thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family.Jack was a giant in the fire service, and most of all he was a great friend of mine. If i needed help with anything he never hesitated to answer my questions.
%he Monmouth County Fire serv ice will miss him greatly
William Itinger/ Chief MCFA /Retired

Michael Smalls

March 14, 2014

my thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Fowler family...he was a good man and was always nice to talk to. he will be missed.

Frank W. (Bill) Verange

March 14, 2014

During my 40 years in the fire service no one has influenced me more than Jack. Without Jack's mentoring, I would never have become the firefighter I am today, and I've been proud to pass this knowledge down to younger generations of firefighters. I know your pager is on up there, and you will always be with me on every call. God Bless you.
Frank W. (Bill) Verange
Captain Lincroft Fire Co. 1983, 1984

Lynne Fowler

March 14, 2014

Rest in Peace for a good life, lived.

March 14, 2014

It is a sad day for Lincroft the Chief has gone to his reward. The Fowler family has always been an inspiration to all in this town. They gave as a family and made this town a wonderful place to grow up in and to live in. It takes a great man to inspire all who knew him and Jack was such a man. The town will miss him and I hope the respect we all have for him will add to your comfort.
Sincerely,
Mary Warneker Corbett

March 14, 2014

Grandma always told me, usually in a fit of pique, that I was just like my Uncle Jack. I liked it then and i have liked it since. Always was a compliment to me.
Love you Uncle Jack
Jimmy

Jim Eastmond

March 14, 2014

Dennis and Family, My sincerest condolences on your loss. Jack will be missed. He was a great guy who I had the pleasure working with both as Middletown Police Officer and member of Belford Engine Co. God Bless him, you and your family. Sorry I'll miss the funeral.

Jo-Anne McGowan Gutsch

March 14, 2014

Mr Fowler was always so kind and friendly to me. So devoted to his family and community. He will be truly missed.
My deepest sympathies to his family.

Patti McGrath Homefield

March 14, 2014

To the entire Fowler Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Buddy & Patti Homefield

Deacon Bob and Eileen Nimon

March 13, 2014

A person who dedicated his life to his family, community and country. I count him as a person who touched my life in a positive way. Eternal rest granted to him O Lord, may he rest in peace.

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