H. M. Fowler

Hendrix Marion Fowler (February 13, 1918^[1] – September 16, 2014) was an American politician.^[2] He served as a Democratic member for the 24th district of the Louisiana House of Representatives.^[3]

H. M. Fowler
Mayor of Coushatta, Louisiana
In office 1951–1971
Preceded by	Douglas Fowler
Succeeded by	Elwood McWilliams
Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 24th district
In office 1972–1986 Serving with Joe Henry Cooper Johnny McFerren
Preceded by	John S. Pickett Jr.
Succeeded by	Joe Reece Salter
Personal details
Born	Hendrix Marion Fowler (1918-02-13)February 13, 1918 Coushatta, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	September 16, 2014(2014-09-16) (aged 96)
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Katherine Josey[1]
Children	2[1]
Alma mater	Northwestern State University

Fowler was born in Coushatta, Louisiana, the son of Zula Fair and Angus Jesse Fowler.^[1] He was the brother of Douglas Fowler, who was Louisiana elections commissioner. He attended Martin High School and Northwestern State University, leaving to serve in the United States Army in World War II. After his discharge he built a house for his parents.^[1]

Fowler was the mayor of Coushatta, Louisiana from 1951 to 1971.^[1] where he succeeded his brother Douglas. The following year he was elected for the 24th district of the Louisiana House of Representatives, serving until 1986.^[3]

Fowler's gravestone at Springville Cemetery in 2015

Fowler died in September 2014, at the age of 96.^[1]