Wilburn Oakley Fowler
Wilburn Oakley Fowler
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He was an auto mechanic and specialized in air conditioner repair. Wilburn was an avid outdoorsman with a love of hunting and fishing. In his retirement, he enjoyed gardening and thrifting and truly loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, recently adding great grandchildren to that list.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years Carolyn Fowler, 2 daughters - Patricia Drake(James) and Glenda Holbrooks (Michael); grandchildren - Drew Payne (Jenny), Dillon Drake (Kaci), Gracie Boyd (Carter), Evan Holbrooks (Maddie), and Audrey Holbrooks; great granddaughter, Katherine Drake, and soon to be great grandson, Elliott Drake.
He is preceded in death by his parents Lena and Oakley Fowler and as one of 11 children, he is survived by a number of brothers, sisters, and extended family members.
Visitation will be 1:00 pm February 27,2026 at Natchez Trace Funeral Home with a 2:00 pm graveside service at Natchez Trace Memorial Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local Lung Cancer Association.
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