Parker County mourns the tragic loss of our beloved sheriff, Larry L. Fowler.
He was born June 5, 1938, to Mary Naomi Durrett-Evans, in Weatherford, TX.
He passed from this life and entered into the presence of our Lord at the age of 82 on February 27, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Larry is remembered and treasured as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary and sister, Corda Rae Spiva.
Larry is also remembered as a true friend, a faithful servant and an honored Texas lawman. However he was addressed, he was known of upstanding character and a true western gentlemen. He approached everyone with genuine hospitality, and every deed with integrity. He never resigned a task until it was completed to his satisfaction, and he never abandoned an opportunity to improve the life of another or his community.
Larry proudly served in the United States Navy working on jet aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid for four years and received an honorable discharge.
In 1963, Larry began a life-long career in law enforcement. His moral standards and commitment to excellence quickly became the path of every law enforcement officer who served under him. He served at Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Weatherford Police Department, the United States Marshals Service, the Parker County District Attorney's Office and was elected Parker County Sheriff in 2004, where he served until his untimely death.
He was born to serve his community and did so beyond the expectation of his constituents. He maintained an open door policy with the public and his employees.
Larry truly possessed a servant's heart by dedicating his energy to numerous local charities and organizations, receiving several awards and recognitions for his service. He believed the strength of our community lies within the heart of its volunteers, and he practiced what he preached. He made certain his children and his employees followed suit, paving the way by example. His word was his oath, which reflected his ethic – tough yet compassionate. He directed others to the path less-traveled through his training. The results were always rewarding in knowing the correct path was taken, never jeopardizing integrity. He gave credit where it was due, and his compliments were always sincere and memorable.
Larry was also the only Parker County Sheriff to win 5 consecutive elections, serving from 2005 until his passing in Feb 2021. During his tenure as Parker County Sheriff, Larry helped establish many units, divisions and neighboring agency collaborations to broaden the sheriff's office in new directions to improve law enforcement services to the citizens through multiple avenues. As a much loved public figure, Larry's contributions to the community were rewarded with the Sheriff's Dept. building being named after him. It is now known as "The Larry Fowler Law Enforcement Center."
To those who served under him, he leaves his legacy and traditions. To his family, he leaves a lifetime of unfailing love and cherished memories.
We love you, Sheriff Fowler. You will be forever etched in our hearts. Hang your hat high. You've taught us well. We will take it from here. Thank you, God, for lending him to us.
"… Well done thou good and faithful servant … enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Matthew 25:21
RELATIVES BURIED IN WAMPLER CEMETERY
MOTHER - Mary Naomi (Durrett) Evans
SISTER - Corda Rae Spiva
NEPHEW - Daniel Creamer
NEPHEW - Phillip Fowler
GRANDMOTHER - Ida Bell (Pritchard) Durrett
GRANDFATHER - Raymond William (Dock) Durrett
UNCLE - Daniel Clay Durrett
AUNT - Ilona Marie (Hamilton) Durrett (wife of Daniel Durrett)
COUSIN - Dannelle (Durrett) Barnes
UNCLE - Raymond Anderson (Pete) Durrett
AUNT - Cleo (Skidmore) Durrett - wife of Uncle Roger Durrett (not buried at Wampler)
UNCLE - David Durrett
AUNT - Doris Durrett
AUNT - Frankie Mae Durrett
GREAT UNCLE - Anderson Hamilton Durrett, Jr. (Oldest Wampler Grave)
GREAT UNCLE - George Frederick Durrett
GREAT AUNT - Romia (Williams) Durrett
2nd COUSIN - Prentice Durrett
He was born June 5, 1938, to Mary Naomi Durrett-Evans, in Weatherford, TX.
He passed from this life and entered into the presence of our Lord at the age of 82 on February 27, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Larry is remembered and treasured as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary and sister, Corda Rae Spiva.
Larry is also remembered as a true friend, a faithful servant and an honored Texas lawman. However he was addressed, he was known of upstanding character and a true western gentlemen. He approached everyone with genuine hospitality, and every deed with integrity. He never resigned a task until it was completed to his satisfaction, and he never abandoned an opportunity to improve the life of another or his community.
Larry proudly served in the United States Navy working on jet aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid for four years and received an honorable discharge.
In 1963, Larry began a life-long career in law enforcement. His moral standards and commitment to excellence quickly became the path of every law enforcement officer who served under him. He served at Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Weatherford Police Department, the United States Marshals Service, the Parker County District Attorney's Office and was elected Parker County Sheriff in 2004, where he served until his untimely death.
He was born to serve his community and did so beyond the expectation of his constituents. He maintained an open door policy with the public and his employees.
Larry truly possessed a servant's heart by dedicating his energy to numerous local charities and organizations, receiving several awards and recognitions for his service. He believed the strength of our community lies within the heart of its volunteers, and he practiced what he preached. He made certain his children and his employees followed suit, paving the way by example. His word was his oath, which reflected his ethic – tough yet compassionate. He directed others to the path less-traveled through his training. The results were always rewarding in knowing the correct path was taken, never jeopardizing integrity. He gave credit where it was due, and his compliments were always sincere and memorable.
Larry was also the only Parker County Sheriff to win 5 consecutive elections, serving from 2005 until his passing in Feb 2021. During his tenure as Parker County Sheriff, Larry helped establish many units, divisions and neighboring agency collaborations to broaden the sheriff's office in new directions to improve law enforcement services to the citizens through multiple avenues. As a much loved public figure, Larry's contributions to the community were rewarded with the Sheriff's Dept. building being named after him. It is now known as "The Larry Fowler Law Enforcement Center."
To those who served under him, he leaves his legacy and traditions. To his family, he leaves a lifetime of unfailing love and cherished memories.
We love you, Sheriff Fowler. You will be forever etched in our hearts. Hang your hat high. You've taught us well. We will take it from here. Thank you, God, for lending him to us.
"… Well done thou good and faithful servant … enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Matthew 25:21
RELATIVES BURIED IN WAMPLER CEMETERY
MOTHER - Mary Naomi (Durrett) Evans
SISTER - Corda Rae Spiva
NEPHEW - Daniel Creamer
NEPHEW - Phillip Fowler
GRANDMOTHER - Ida Bell (Pritchard) Durrett
GRANDFATHER - Raymond William (Dock) Durrett
UNCLE - Daniel Clay Durrett
AUNT - Ilona Marie (Hamilton) Durrett (wife of Daniel Durrett)
COUSIN - Dannelle (Durrett) Barnes
UNCLE - Raymond Anderson (Pete) Durrett
AUNT - Cleo (Skidmore) Durrett - wife of Uncle Roger Durrett (not buried at Wampler)
UNCLE - David Durrett
AUNT - Doris Durrett
AUNT - Frankie Mae Durrett
GREAT UNCLE - Anderson Hamilton Durrett, Jr. (Oldest Wampler Grave)
GREAT UNCLE - George Frederick Durrett
GREAT AUNT - Romia (Williams) Durrett
2nd COUSIN - Prentice Durrett
Parker County mourns the tragic loss of our beloved sheriff, Larry L. Fowler.
He was born June 5, 1938, to Mary Naomi Durrett-Evans, in Weatherford, TX.
He passed from this life and entered into the presence of our Lord at the age of 82 on February 27, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Larry is remembered and treasured as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary and sister, Corda Rae Spiva.
Larry is also remembered as a true friend, a faithful servant and an honored Texas lawman. However he was addressed, he was known of upstanding character and a true western gentlemen. He approached everyone with genuine hospitality, and every deed with integrity. He never resigned a task until it was completed to his satisfaction, and he never abandoned an opportunity to improve the life of another or his community.
Larry proudly served in the United States Navy working on jet aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid for four years and received an honorable discharge.
In 1963, Larry began a life-long career in law enforcement. His moral standards and commitment to excellence quickly became the path of every law enforcement officer who served under him. He served at Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Weatherford Police Department, the United States Marshals Service, the Parker County District Attorney's Office and was elected Parker County Sheriff in 2004, where he served until his untimely death.
He was born to serve his community and did so beyond the expectation of his constituents. He maintained an open door policy with the public and his employees.
Larry truly possessed a servant's heart by dedicating his energy to numerous local charities and organizations, receiving several awards and recognitions for his service. He believed the strength of our community lies within the heart of its volunteers, and he practiced what he preached. He made certain his children and his employees followed suit, paving the way by example. His word was his oath, which reflected his ethic – tough yet compassionate. He directed others to the path less-traveled through his training. The results were always rewarding in knowing the correct path was taken, never jeopardizing integrity. He gave credit where it was due, and his compliments were always sincere and memorable.
Larry was also the only Parker County Sheriff to win 5 consecutive elections, serving from 2005 until his passing in Feb 2021. During his tenure as Parker County Sheriff, Larry helped establish many units, divisions and neighboring agency collaborations to broaden the sheriff's office in new directions to improve law enforcement services to the citizens through multiple avenues. As a much loved public figure, Larry's contributions to the community were rewarded with the Sheriff's Dept. building being named after him. It is now known as "The Larry Fowler Law Enforcement Center."
To those who served under him, he leaves his legacy and traditions. To his family, he leaves a lifetime of unfailing love and cherished memories.
We love you, Sheriff Fowler. You will be forever etched in our hearts. Hang your hat high. You've taught us well. We will take it from here. Thank you, God, for lending him to us.
"… Well done thou good and faithful servant … enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Matthew 25:21
RELATIVES BURIED IN WAMPLER CEMETERY
MOTHER - Mary Naomi (Durrett) Evans
SISTER - Corda Rae Spiva
NEPHEW - Daniel Creamer
NEPHEW - Phillip Fowler
GRANDMOTHER - Ida Bell (Pritchard) Durrett
GRANDFATHER - Raymond William (Dock) Durrett
UNCLE - Daniel Clay Durrett
AUNT - Ilona Marie (Hamilton) Durrett (wife of Daniel Durrett)
COUSIN - Dannelle (Durrett) Barnes
UNCLE - Raymond Anderson (Pete) Durrett
AUNT - Cleo (Skidmore) Durrett - wife of Uncle Roger Durrett (not buried at Wampler)
UNCLE - David Durrett
AUNT - Doris Durrett
AUNT - Frankie Mae Durrett
GREAT UNCLE - Anderson Hamilton Durrett, Jr. (Oldest Wampler Grave)
GREAT UNCLE - George Frederick Durrett
GREAT AUNT - Romia (Williams) Durrett
2nd COUSIN - Prentice Durrett
He was born June 5, 1938, to Mary Naomi Durrett-Evans, in Weatherford, TX.
He passed from this life and entered into the presence of our Lord at the age of 82 on February 27, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Larry is remembered and treasured as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary and sister, Corda Rae Spiva.
Larry is also remembered as a true friend, a faithful servant and an honored Texas lawman. However he was addressed, he was known of upstanding character and a true western gentlemen. He approached everyone with genuine hospitality, and every deed with integrity. He never resigned a task until it was completed to his satisfaction, and he never abandoned an opportunity to improve the life of another or his community.
Larry proudly served in the United States Navy working on jet aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid for four years and received an honorable discharge.
In 1963, Larry began a life-long career in law enforcement. His moral standards and commitment to excellence quickly became the path of every law enforcement officer who served under him. He served at Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Weatherford Police Department, the United States Marshals Service, the Parker County District Attorney's Office and was elected Parker County Sheriff in 2004, where he served until his untimely death.
He was born to serve his community and did so beyond the expectation of his constituents. He maintained an open door policy with the public and his employees.
Larry truly possessed a servant's heart by dedicating his energy to numerous local charities and organizations, receiving several awards and recognitions for his service. He believed the strength of our community lies within the heart of its volunteers, and he practiced what he preached. He made certain his children and his employees followed suit, paving the way by example. His word was his oath, which reflected his ethic – tough yet compassionate. He directed others to the path less-traveled through his training. The results were always rewarding in knowing the correct path was taken, never jeopardizing integrity. He gave credit where it was due, and his compliments were always sincere and memorable.
Larry was also the only Parker County Sheriff to win 5 consecutive elections, serving from 2005 until his passing in Feb 2021. During his tenure as Parker County Sheriff, Larry helped establish many units, divisions and neighboring agency collaborations to broaden the sheriff's office in new directions to improve law enforcement services to the citizens through multiple avenues. As a much loved public figure, Larry's contributions to the community were rewarded with the Sheriff's Dept. building being named after him. It is now known as "The Larry Fowler Law Enforcement Center."
To those who served under him, he leaves his legacy and traditions. To his family, he leaves a lifetime of unfailing love and cherished memories.
We love you, Sheriff Fowler. You will be forever etched in our hearts. Hang your hat high. You've taught us well. We will take it from here. Thank you, God, for lending him to us.
"… Well done thou good and faithful servant … enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Matthew 25:21
RELATIVES BURIED IN WAMPLER CEMETERY
MOTHER - Mary Naomi (Durrett) Evans
SISTER - Corda Rae Spiva
NEPHEW - Daniel Creamer
NEPHEW - Phillip Fowler
GRANDMOTHER - Ida Bell (Pritchard) Durrett
GRANDFATHER - Raymond William (Dock) Durrett
UNCLE - Daniel Clay Durrett
AUNT - Ilona Marie (Hamilton) Durrett (wife of Daniel Durrett)
COUSIN - Dannelle (Durrett) Barnes
UNCLE - Raymond Anderson (Pete) Durrett
AUNT - Cleo (Skidmore) Durrett - wife of Uncle Roger Durrett (not buried at Wampler)
UNCLE - David Durrett
AUNT - Doris Durrett
AUNT - Frankie Mae Durrett
GREAT UNCLE - Anderson Hamilton Durrett, Jr. (Oldest Wampler Grave)
GREAT UNCLE - George Frederick Durrett
GREAT AUNT - Romia (Williams) Durrett
2nd COUSIN - Prentice Durrett
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