Chester William Howard
May 15, 1924 - March 28, 2015
Obituary
MIDDLETON-Chester “Chet” Howard, age 90, entered Heaven on Saturday, March 28, 2015. Chet was born in Mazomanie on May 15, 1924, to Roy and Barbara (Kirch) Howard. He married Joyce Radel on November 21, 1943, and he and Joyce recently celebrated 71 years of marriage. One of Chet’s many interest was raising and flying white doves at weddings, funerals and special occasions. Chet was also an avid racquetball player for over 40 years. Chet is survived by his loving wife, Joyce; son Dennis (Katherine) Howard of Middleton; daughter, Candice Stepp of Atlanta, GA; four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Chet was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Glen and Arthur and sisters, Mareilla Sutcliffe and Helen Parman. Funeral services will be held at HIGH POINT CHURCH, 7702 Old Sauk Road, Madison at 11:30 AM on Monday, April 6, 2015. Visitation will be held on Monday from 10 AM until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to High Point Church, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association or to Northern Light Church. A special thank you to Chet’s nephew, Robert Sutcliffe for all the joy rides.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Service
Mon Apr 6, 2015 @ 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
High Point Church (Madison) • 7702 Old Sauk Rd., Madison, WI null
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Bill Schultz
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I remember Chet from those early years of racquetball in Madison. He was a fierce competitor and never liked moving in doubles, no matter how many times he got hit. LOL
He was an outstanding player. RIP Chet.
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James Heberling
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Not only was Chet a great racquetball player, he was a great person. He always had a smile and always stopped to say hello. One of the most competitive and one of the nicest players I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Jim Heberling
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Pam
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To Chet's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at Grandpa's Frozen Custard in 1986 and spent time working with him. He was such a sweet man. He was kind of a "Grandpa" to everyone. Heaven gained an angel. Pam Keene
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Ron & Laura Jacobson
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In memory of one of the toughest racquetball contenders with whom Ron enjoyed playiing and a well seasoned Brother in Jesus, Joyce we send our love and condolences. You and your family are in our prayers. Ron & Laura
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Patrick Cantwell
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Good man. Had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with the Howard family many years ago. Continued to see him for many years. Released pigeons at my daughters wedding. A neat Xtra on a special day.He will be missed.
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Pat Hults
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We were so sorry to hear the passing of Chet. He was a great racquetball player who loved the game! Always enjoyed watching him and Ivan play doubles together. Chet had the most warming smile whenever you saw him and a gentle heart to go with it. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Dave & Pat Hults