Linda Lee Fowler

Linda Lee Fowler, age 77, passed away in Rio Rancho, New Mexico on Monday, March 17, 2025.  She was born May 22, 1947 in Butler, New Jersey, to Doris and Nicholas Gaech.  She graduated from Butler High School, Class of 1965.  She received her Dental Tech certification from Tufts University in 1968 and attained her Bachelor's degree from William Paterson in 1971.  She furthered her education and received her Master's degree from the University of New Mexico in 1978, EdS - 1984.  Linda married the love of her life, Jan Scott Fowler, in 1983.  She was employed by Albuquerque Public Schools for 35 years.  Linda loved spending time with her family and traveling.  She was a faithful member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Doris and Nicholas Gaech.

Linda is survived by her husband of 42 years, Jan Scott Fowler; daughter and son-in-law, Amanda and Mike Kellner; daughter and son-in-law, Tamara and Jared Creel; grandchildren, Logan Kellner, Abigail Kellner, Madison Creel, Ryleigh Creel and Reaghan Creel.

Mass will be celebrated in Linda's honor, Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m., St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.