George Egbert Howard
December 09, 1918 - July 16, 2015
Obituary
Howard, George E.
MCFARLAND/MUSKEGON, MICH.-George E. Howard, age 96, of McFarland, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He fought a courageous battle with cancer. George was born on Dec. 9, 1918, in Charlevoix, Mich., the son of David and Cora (Cook) Howard. He was a quarterback for the 1937 Muskegon High School State Football Championship in Michigan. George was a member of the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1941-1945. He served in Africa and England during World War II. George married Violet Storton on Nov. 27, 1947. George was active in bowling, golf and shuffleboard. He and Violet were Michigan State Champion shuffleboard players. George leaves behind his sister, Cora Brown of Colorado; daughter, June Howard Moldstad (the Rev. John); son, Robin G. Howard (Barbara); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. He also shared his love with his extended family, the Moldstad's. George was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Violet; and his daughter, Vicki Howard Melton. Funeral services will be held at the GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Highway 51, Stoughton, at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2015, followed by military honors. George's grandson-in-law, Pastor Thomas Petersen will be presiding. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday. A private family burial will be held at Sunrise Memorial Gardens in Muskegon. No one was a stranger to George. He will be in our hearts forever. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N.@Jackson
(608)873-4590
Events
Visitation
Mon Jul 20, 2015 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
Service
Mon Jul 20, 2015 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
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Memories
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Larry Chatman
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George, you were a wonderful, beautiful man and a great friend to all who have been fortunate enough to know you. We played golf together in MARGA for several years and I always looked forward to seeing you out there on Friday mornings. Everyone in our league marveled at how well you played, often much better than those of us 20 years younger. Unbelievable. But that was you. Never complaining, always with a smile on your face, and a firm handshake for everyone. You were a true inspiration for how all of us could and should live our lives. Thank you for everything. You'll be missed and remembered always.
Your friend, Larry Chatman
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Roger Fritz
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It was a pleasure golfing with George at Monona Golf Course. He was an inspiration and will be missed.
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Debbie
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Oh Grandpa! What joy you brought into our lives! I always felt loved by you even as an awkward, overweight adolescent with no athletic ability. So blessed that I've been able to know you through those rough times, and then when I found my voice, and that my husband and children know you too. You truly are Grace personified.
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Brian petersen
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Grandpa Howard lived his life with such a positive attitude and was always smiling. I learned so much from him and will always remember the good times we had. Thanks for everything and love you! You were a great role model for all of us and truly a special man
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Camilla Dashcund
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Camilla Dashcund What a joy and privilege to know George! I loved his cheery smile and looked forward to his hugs after church services at Holy Cross.God now has him safely home in heaven.
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Dennis Loughrige
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George was a great guy, Got a chance to play golf with him last 3 years in Muskegon.
He kept up with me and scored about as good as me. He was fun to be around, always had
a funny comment to say about anything. Really going to miss the golf with him this year.
Denny Loughrige