Howard Michael Fowler, 54, of Bluefield, WV, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at his home. He was born on July 6, 1962 in Welch and was a son of the late Bobby Ray and Elsie Miller Fowler. He had been a resident of Bluefield for two years and was of the Holiness faith. He was formerly of Gary and was a member of the Gary Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include her step-mother, Kathy Sexton Fowler; 2 sisters, Eva Rose and Robin Perkins; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 10:00 AM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with Rev. Jim Coe officiating. Friends may call on Wednesday from 9:00-10:00 at the funeral home.