Stephen Duane Fowler
Stephen Duane Fowler, 58, of Clanton, Alabama passed away on March 10, 2026. He was surrounded by his wife, mother, two children, and other close family members.
Born on November 17, 1967, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, he was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, cousin, and uncle.
He touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor, warmth, creativity, charisma, and outgoing nature. Stephen was a kind soul and possessed the uncanny ability to connect to just about anyone. He possessed a brilliant mind, disarming wit, and an empathetic heart.
Stephen graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science then went on to get a Doctor of Law degree from the Birmingham School of Law.
Stephen is survived by his wife Carla Fowler; his two children, Dakota Fowler and Ashley Fowler George; his mother, Andrea Fowler-Kee; his father, Ronald Fowler; stepfather, Robert Kee; his sister, Renee Fowler Boothe; granddaughter, Ella Overholser; nephew, Austin Boothe; niece, Alyssa Boothe Gentile; brother-in-law ,Wade Boothe; aunt, Beatrice Woodard; uncle, Donald Smith; and cousins, Brent Woodard, Channing Woodard, Cindy Smith Vance, Adam Smith, and Andy Smith.
-all who will forever cherish his memory.
Stephen was predeceased by grandfathers Calvin Fowler and Arthur Smith; grandmothers, Erna Mae Fowler and Cora Smith; and aunt, Augusta Kelly.
An intimate gathering of his close family members was held to remember and celebrate Stephen’s life.
For a significant period of time in my young life, I was an “adopted Fowler”. From making Blimpie sandwiches to playing Atari for hours on end…and from trying to sell shoes at the Galleria to spending all night at a gym lock-in with Stephen to raise money for Type 1 diabetes. I’ve missed him over the years, and my heart is comforted knowing his place in heaven is being fulfilled. I just want his wife and kids to know his impact during his youth. Special times with a special friend will be treasured, and his influence will carry on forever in my heart.
I worked for Stephen in my teenage years. I hate to hear this. I’m so sorry. He was always so nice to me.
Stephen was our classmate, motivator and jokester extraordinaire. Our class came together less than a year ago, beginning our journey with Progressive. There was never a day in which Stephen didn’t have something uplifting to say or to share stories of his adventures and travels. He bragged on his family and the accomplishments of his children… we could hear the pride, even if we didn’t see his face. He took the time to actually LISTEN to his classmates, and there were times in which we would get an extra special boost from Stephen when he could sense that we may have been in desperate need of it. He shared his ideas and thoughts, especially when he found something that he thought would benefit his new-found friends. I am an artist — and I have saved emails of encouragement and ideas from him about how to let the world see my art. Stephen was so very special. It was a blessing and honor to get to know him and call him friend. Our 05/15 Class will never be the same without his booming voice, humor, kindness and stories. I am going to miss him so much. Prayers for his family and friends for comfort and peace in this time of loss.
I worked with Stephen for a few months in training and this was by far the best experience because of the training team we had and just having Stephen in the class. Those who’ve experienced even just a little time with this man knows what I mean that he was a great man and he’s earned my respects. He’ll be missed, his stories, advice and humor were top tier. Prayers to his family and loved ones.