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John HOWE Obituary
"Chef Jack"
JOHN M. "CHEF JACK" HOWE, 65, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He was born on May 2, 1955, in Springfield, the son of the late Russell J. and Eileen (Brennan) Howe. Jack was the Executive Chef at Casey's for 25 years and was famously known for his prime rib and bananas
foster. Prior Casey's he was a cook in Ft. Lauderdale and Sous Chef for the Springfield
Country Club. Following the closure of Casey's Restaurant, he continued his passion for cooking at the Buckeye Lodge, Ridgewood Café and most recently found his home at Sugar Valley Golf Club. Jack loved to visit the ocean and his weekend spot at Indian Lake. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Rae Ann (Gettys) Howe, five daughters: Lesha Gettys,
Kimberly (Michael) Shope, Rachel (Justin) Allender, Shannon (Richard) White, and Tiffany (Michael) Byron; six grandchildren: Taylor Shope, Olivia and Jaxson Allender, Logan and Landon Byron, and Alexander White; three siblings: Rick
(Debra) Howe, Mary (Gene) Barnett, and Sue (Larry) Westfall; and several nieces, nephews, and many many friends. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Stephanie Renee' Howe, and two brothers: Jerry and Terry Howe. Jack leaves a legacy of love, empathy, kindness, caring for others and his "big" heart. A memorial celebration of his life will be held on January 20th at 6:00 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will be from 4-6:00 p.m. prior to the service. To view Jack's memorial video and share memories at
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Larry Ashbaugh
January 22, 2021
To Rae Ann and the girls, Thinking of you at this most difficult time. There are no words of wisdom that anyone can pass on to you, other than I’m sure Jack would want a smile from all of us when we think of him. Love, Larry and Susan Ashbaugh
Jeffrey Beavers
January 17, 2021
Rae and family
Sorry to read about Jack's passing I sure enjoyed all of the dinners a Casey's he always knew when my order was back in the kitchen by the way he had to cook it God Bless
Joe DeWitt
January 17, 2021
Dear Rae Ann & Family
May all God`s blessings & love be with you! We are so saddened by the passing of Jack. He was a fine family man & loyal friend. Jack could command the center of attention with his great stories & critically funny observations. He was a unique character loved by his friends...most of us since 1st grade. Jack was God`s faithful servant as husband & father an admirable quality that we as friends admired in Jack. His tenderness for family is gift to us all to embrace. His accomplishments in the food industry are to be applauded...that is a tough business, Jack learned his trade & excelled, congrats! Well, if I know Jack, God & heaven are in for an adventure, rest in peace our wonderful friend with prayers for the Howe Family. Love, Joe & Jan DeWitt
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