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Lynn Dowler Obituary
Lynn Rene Dowler, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed on July 25, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
Lynn was born September 20, 1949, to Leslie Lyman and Margaret (Hoffard) Lyman in Denison, Iowa. On January 17,1977, Lynn married David Dowler. He preceded her in death on September 11, 2023.
She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church of Poplar Bluff. Lynn enjoyed doing puzzle books, Facebook, and being a part of her community.
Lynnis survived by her son Ethan Dowler of Pueblo, Colorado; her daughter Deanna Nelson of An Arbor, Michigan; three sisters, Patricia Wettenger of Council Bluff, Iowa, Mary Hall Brandon of Florida, and Teri Hast of Poplar Bluff; six grandchildren; and one great grandchildren. A host of family and friends also survive.
Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Grace United Methodist Church at 1006 Delano Street, Poplar Bluff with Pastor Sheila Boyles officiating. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis Facebook page.
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366 College St, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
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