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Floyd Howell Obituary
Floyd C. "Pete" Howell, 72, of Goshen, NY, died Saturday, October 25, 2008 with his family around him at Orange Regional Medical Center, Arden Hill Campus in Goshen, NY.
Pete was born March 21, 1936 in Goshen, NY, the son of Floyd C. Howell, Sr. and Molly (Huestis) Howell. He was the husband of Marjorie Howell.
Pete was a lifetime area resident, and 1955 graduate of Goshen High School. He joined the Minisink Hook and Ladder Co. in 1953 and was an active fireman for over 50 years. He was past Chief of the Goshen Fire Department from 1972 to 1975, Orange County Deputy Fire Coordinator from 1978 to 1995; member of the New York State Fire Chiefs Association, Hudson Valley Firemen's Association, Orange County Fire Chiefs Association Honorary Life Member of the Port Jervis Fire Department, and member of the Goshen Free & Accepted Masons Lodge #365. He retired from the New York State Thruway Authority as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
Survivors include his wife, Marty Howell of 51 years; daughter, Sharon Nowak and her husband, Fred; son, Jeffery Howell; brother, Ronald Howell and his wife, Renate; sister, Joan Gardenbrock; four grandchildren: Shannon Sanchez, Ryan Osborne, Shaun Howell and Brandon Egbertson; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Donna Egbertson.
Visitation will be Monday, October 27, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., 82 S. Church St., Goshen, with a Fireman's Service at 7 p.m.
Funeral Services will be Tuesday, October 28, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home, with the Rev. Wilderman officiating. Burial will follow in Slate Hill Cemetery, Goshen, NY.
Contributions may be made in Pete's name to the Minisink Hook and Ladder Co., PO Box 57, Goshen, NY 10924.
Arrangements under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc. For directions or to leave condolences, please visit www.donovanfunerals.com or call 845-294-6422.
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Memories and Condolences
for Floyd Howell
Lois (Tice) Knox
October 29, 2008
To Joan Gardenbrock and all the family: You have my deepest sympathy! Pete was surely a good man. Joan, remember when you, Pete, Jim Blake and I used to run around together? A long time ago!!
Joe & Gina Decker
October 29, 2008
Dear Marty; Goshen has lost one of the good guys.Pete was a good fire chief,a good cop and a good friend.He will be sadly missed.Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Ruth and Jim Queen
October 29, 2008
Dear Marty: We are saddened by Pete's passing, but know that he is finally free of his pain. To see you two out and about was inspiring, with the struggles you fought together. We hope that knowing how many people love and support you will bring you comfort and peace. Lovingly,
Shaun and Jessica Howell
October 28, 2008
Gram,
Your an amazig woman and you were an amazing wife to Pa. We will all miss him very much. We love you.
Love Shaun & Jessica
Joe and Fran Zielinski
October 28, 2008
Marty, sorry to hear about Pete,s passing. Thinking of you on this sad occasion....Our love and prayers.
Patricia/ Beverly Lewis
October 28, 2008
Mrs. Howell,
Words aren't much comfort at a time like this. We would like you to know we are thinking of you; know that you will be in our through along with "Donna"
Jean Dunn-Reid
October 28, 2008
Dear Marty and Family,
While down in Goshen, for my father's funeral, I learned of Pete's passing. I am sorry to hear of your loss. The Minisink's have been a big part of all our lives, while in Goshen.
Prayers and thoughts go out to you at this time.
Regards...Jean
Liz Boyle
October 28, 2008
Mrs. Howell,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Howell was a very good man. My heart goes out to you and your family
joan Scarine
October 27, 2008
Marty & Family, Joe & I send our love to you all. May Pete rest in peace and without pain. We can reminber your trip to CA. & N.V. and of him with full pockets of Quarters. To all,God Bless,and take care of each other. Love, Joan & Joe
John (Cooter) Gorton JR And Family
October 27, 2008
Marty And Family, So Sorry For Your Loss. My Sympathies Go Out To You. I Will Always Remember Pete And Going Out For Dinner With Him And The Rest From Harriman Maint.
Joyce M Youngs
October 27, 2008
Marty and Family,
Condolences to all of you on Pete's passing. You will be in my prayers.
Joyce Miller Youngs
Dan Farley
October 27, 2008
Pete was a good man. He will be greatly missed.
Bill & Lois Sherwood
October 27, 2008
Marty And Family,
Our Condolences go out to all of you.
Pete was a great person.
You all are in our prayers.
Bill & Lois Sherwood
john sherlock
October 27, 2008
Marty and family,
Having grown up in Goshen, and knowing the whole Howell family, and going to school with Pete, please accept my sincere condolences.
John Sherlock
Class of 1955
olivia & fred May
October 27, 2008
marty, our condolences at this sad time.
Robert Gambuti
October 27, 2008
Dear Mrs. Howell and Family.
I am very sorry for your loss. Chief Howell was a great Chief and friend. I will never forget him making me feel welcomed in the Goshen Fire Department, when I first joined. May he rest in peace. Godspeed.
Isabelle Davis
October 27, 2008
Mrs. Howell,
I am sorry to hear of your husbands passing. May God keep you in your time of sorrow
Isabelle Davis of Wallace & Berry Agency
Bob Murray
October 27, 2008
Marty and family, our condolences to you all. Pete fought a long and tough battle and he is in a better place now. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Bob & Harriet
Darlene Goldberg
October 27, 2008
Dear Marty and Family,
My heart is broken for you. Pete was one of the dearest men God put on this earth. I can still see him smile and hear his laugh. You were a special couple. So hard to loose your mate of so many years.
Joel and I leave for our Florida home tomorrow morning or I would be there today. I am with you in prayer and much sympathy. God bless you.
Sincerely With Love,
Darlene and Joel
Andy & Maryanne Dauer
October 27, 2008
Ron and Renate,
We know how difficult a time this is for you and your family.
Pete is in a better place now.
Drive safely on your return home.
We will see you then.
Andy and Maryane Dauer
Scott Jewell Past President O.C.V.F.A. (PJFD)
October 27, 2008
With deepest sympathy to the entire Howell family.
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