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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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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
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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