Patricia Ruth Fowler, 88, of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022.

Patricia was born in Hornell, NY, to the late Robert C and Francis Phillips Nettleton. She was a retired recreation leader for the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation. She loved to quilt, paint and an avid nature watcher. She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her son, Ted Fowler (Kelli); daughters, Debbie Mackenzie and Vicki Modin (Chris); grandchildren, Chris Mackenzie, and Jason Mackenzie (Emily); three great grandchildren, Caleb, Reagan and Parker Mackenzie. A niece and several nephews also survive.

A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 12pm in the chapel of Macon Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service from 11am-12pm at Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Manny Hernandez will officiate.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.