Franklin A. Fowler Jr.

PORTLAND – Franklin A. Fowler Jr., 74, died peacefully at his home on June 16, 2024, with his daughter and family by his side. Frank was born on Dec. 6, 1949, in Portland, son of the late Franklin Fowler Sr. and Philomena Caiazzo.

Frank was a devoted father, husband, and Grampy. He was a wise man of few words but laughed and loved wholeheartedly. Frank grew up in Portland and Old Orchard Beach where he played in a band, Sweet Grease, worked on telephone booths, and later had a career at Hobart. Frank loved gardening, fishing on the Portland Pier, and a good party with his family.

Frank was predeceased by his beloved wife and true love, Laurie Fowler, they were reunited for their 39th wedding anniversary on June 22; sisters, Loretta Zemla and Anna Ross.

Frank is survived by his daughter Jennifer Albert and her husband Andre Albert; granddaughters and his pride and joy, Nola and Roslyn; brother Gary Fowler and his wife Nancy Fowler; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Frank was his daughter’s hero and was the epitome of an exceptional father, Grampy, and husband. His love and memories will carry on through his family and granddaughters. Per Franks’s request, there will be no services but a celebration of life at a later date.