Wallace 'Wally' J. Fowler

Wallace "Wally" J. Fowler, 88, peacefully passed away on March 22, 2023, after a brief illness with cancer in Wenatchee, Washington.

Born, baptized, and raised in Kalispell, Wally confirmed his faith at Trinity Lutheran Church, graduated from Flathead Valley High School, served in the Montana National Guard, and made many lifelong friends.

Wally often said the best things that happened to him were being born to a Christian mother and marrying Lucille Maier. Wally and Lucille's loving union flourished with three children: Paul, Janet and David. The family moved to Wenatchee, Washington, in 1969, where Lucille preceded Wally in death in 2021 after 66 years of marriage.

Wally pursued many different careers during his work history, starting in the china department at the Kalispell Mercantile, regional sales for the Missoula Mercantile, and owner of the Sportsman Surplus. Many fondly remember Wally during his lengthy retail ownership and management career and volunteer service in Wenatchee. Passionate about reading and playing cards, he also played pool, bowled and golfed.

Wally "Grampie" holds a special place in the hearts of his children and their spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, loved ones as family, family members in North Dakota and Montana, and his beloved church family at St. Paul's Lutheran, Wenatchee.

A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's at 11 a.m. on May 13. Donations to remember Wally's life can be made to Trinity Lutheran School, 495 5th Ave WN, Kalispell, 59901.