Stanley Dean Howells
August 1, 1932 - December 2, 2012
Macon, Georgia- Stanley Dean Howells died Sunday, December 2, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 6, 2012, at Ingleside Baptist Church Chapel. Burial will be private in Macon Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Timothy McCoy and Reverend Mark Hudgins will officiate. The family will greet friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. following the service.
Mr. Howells, the son of the late William Dean Howells and Marguerite Wagner Leonard was born August 1, 1932, in Macon, Georgia. He was educated in Bibb County Schools, attended Georgia Military Academy. He was recruited by Shug Jordan and played football for Auburn University as a defensive linebacker. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean War. Mr. Howells received the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal of Army of Occupation Medal. He served in the 169th Infantry. After serving, he went on to get his degree from Southern Tech in Atlanta, Georgia. He then married his sweetheart Betty in 1957. He was a homebuilder, building homes and apartments in Macon, Georgia and surrounding areas for forty plus years. He was President of the Home Builders Association in 1973. A proud and active member of Ingleside Baptist Church for fifty-six years. He loved his church, serving for years as Sunday School teacher in the youth department, men's classes and couples classes. He was a faithful teacher before Sunday School to the fire department on Riverside Drive for many years. He served as deacon and chairman of the board of deacons, on numerous pastor church search committees, even serving responsible for bringing his beloved pastor and friend Timothy McCoy to Ingleside. He loved playing golf and played on Dixie Golf Association and also loved Auburn Football over the course of his eighty years. His love for the Lord and people, inspired family and friends to come to know Christ. He lived a life with faith, kindness and a loving heart. He was married fifty-five years to his sweetheart and was a devoted husband and father.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-five years, Betty Pate Howells of Macon, children, Jana Cansler (Tommy) of Dalton, Julie Pittman (Lamar) of Fyffe, Alabama and Virginia "Gini" Howells of Macon, sisters, Marguerite "Skippy" Smith (Bill) of Jacksonville, Florida and Suzanne Worsham of Macon, eight grandchildren, John Sheffield, Taylor Womack (Chase), Catherine Cansler, Paten Mander, Cameron Pittman, Gracie Cansler, Kaitlyn Pittman and Morgan Howells and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Ingleside Baptist Church, 834 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA 31210, Hospice Care Options, 486 New Street, Macon, GA 31201 or to Pine Pointe Hospice, 6261 Peake Road, Macon, GA 31210.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.
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Betty,
We are sorry that we were unable to attend the funeral. We were tied up here in Ft. Myers, but please know that you are in our prayers as you adjust to this new chapter in your life. We have prayed for you and Stan for many years and have wonderful memories of the Sunday School class. May the Lord bless you and the rest of the family as you find a new "normal".
Richard and Sharon Forrester
December 21, 2012
Jana, Tommy, Betty and family,
We are so sad to hear of Stan's homegoing. His friendship will be treasured and his leadership in our church will always be remembered by many. We are rejoicing with you all that he is free from pain and is in the presence of our wonderful Lord and Savior!! Love to you all Wade and Sally McCurry
Wade McCurry
December 6, 2012
Betty and family
Tom and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We know it is not easy. My parents as well as Tom and I always thought the world of the two of you. I know Stanley is in heaven rejoicing right now...
Tom and Kay Abell
December 5, 2012
Betty,
Stanley was a excellent witness for Christ and may he be right at home in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Shipp
December 5, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Edd Hancock
December 4, 2012
Psalm 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it". Stanley was a sweet, gentle man of God, I'm sure he is building mansions for the Lord now. Until we meet again...Home Builders Association of Macon
Home Builders Associaton of Macon
December 4, 2012
The fondess of memories will always flow through my mind when I think of Uncle Stanley. He was in God's hands for a while, during his illness. He is well now. My prayer is that we all follow in his footsteps and grow closer to the Lord. I will see you again in heaven, Uncle Stanley!
Mona Powell
December 4, 2012
Julie, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad..Please know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Sarah Andress
December 4, 2012
Julie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Bushing
December 4, 2012
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