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David HOWARD Obituary
David Eugene
61, of Springfield, passed away May 17, 2022, in his home
surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 8, 1960, in Springfield, the son of Julius Granville and Helen Louise (Cunningham) Howard. David enjoyed attending many churches, reading his bible, weightlifting and spending time with his beloved dog
Minnie. He had been employed at Ernst Concrete. Survivors
include his loving wife of 42 plus years, Jo Ann "Jodi" (Yoakum) Howard; three children, David E. (Deana) Howard Jr., Christopher (Jessica) Howard Sr. and SteFnee (Mike) Bowshier; grandchildren, Orionna, Brycen, Arion, Serenity, Lily, Christopher Jr., Cael and Witten with one more on the way, Haelyn; siblings, Sandra (Andy) Lara, Steve "Bud"
Howard, Linda Pyles, Lucresia Howard-Haynes, Brenda Chesshir and Jimmy (Marty) Howard and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Pearson, his dog Mickey and his parents. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-
ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Funeral services will be held at 8:00PM with Pastor Marshall Applin officiating. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com.
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JoAnn Howard
December 31, 2025
David, my love, my hubby, my everything! NO ONE could love you more than I do.And I know you loved me too. You were my person, my soulmate. Together as a couple for 44 years, married 43yrs. Raised 3 children and 8 grandchildren at the time of your passing. You were a wonderful man. You made me feel protected and secure even through the tough times you always told me how much you loved me everyday. You even re proposed to me on our 40th anniversary with a new diamond ring and the most beautiful love letter that I will forever cherish.
No one can ever take that away from us. I talk to you everyday and can´t wait until we´re reunited again. There´s so much more I want to say but I´ll end it on this, I repeat NO ONE will ever love you more than I do. NO ONE has the love we shared for 44 years. We were that string that never broke no matter how far it was stretched! Can´t wait to see you again with our Lord in Heaven and never be apart again. I love you to infinity and beyond. No one will ever even come close to the man you were. I will always love you!
Chevy
May 17, 2025
No one will ever love you as much as I do and I know you loved me too!
Kimberly Nier
May 23, 2022
So sorry for your loss... Only god knows why... Sending prayers to family...
Beverly. Howe
May 22, 2022
I won't be able to come I'm having a cateract removed Monday. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I love all of you
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Karen Keating Phelan
May 22, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. A good man who loved his family. My condolence to his family. Rest peacefully David.
Nicki Rieske
May 22, 2022
Im so sorry to hear of Davids passing, prayers for healing to all the family and friends, he was such a sweet person, may he rest in heaven.
Teresa Pack
May 22, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Rip David.
Brett Blackburn
May 22, 2022
Davie was one of the best people I ever knew. The world is a lesser place without him in it.
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