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Howard Lathrop Obituary

Howard Ralph Lathrop Our special angel, Howie, went to be with his Lord at the age of 70 on Monday, July 19, 2010 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Howard was the son of Cleo and Mildred (Murphy) Lathrop. He was born in St. Ignace on July 27, 1939. He served in the Air Force from 1956-1960 and flew on fighter jets. He was a Steel Expeditor for GM, retiring in 1993. Howard married Cynthia Graves in Perry on March 15, 1981. He enjoyed hunting. fishing, camping, and loved nature. Howard is survived by his wife Cynthia, children; Deborah (John) Viselli of Lansing, Howard Lathrop Jr. of Lansing, Walter Ray Lathrop of Lansing, Mark Lathrop of Lansing, Ann (Mike) Raubuch of Ypsilanti, Brad Lathrop of Okemos, 6 grandchildren,his precious mother, 4 sisters-in-law, and 4 "Gumba" brothers, Lynn, Dennis, Dale, and Ron. He was predeceased in death by his father. A funeral service will take place at Perry Church of the Nazarene (3100 W. Ellsworth Rd.) on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 11:00a.m. Visitation will be on Friday, July 23, 2010 at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry from 2-4 and 6-8. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent at www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Jul. 21 to Jul. 22, 2010.

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July 28, 2010

HOWIE WAS A TRUE FRIEND

July 25, 2010

Dearest Cindy,
Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy for as long as your heart is feeling the sadness of loss, may it also feel the warmth and caring that surrounds you.
Howie was a man’s man, he definitely had true grit. Was held in high esteem and was loved beyond measure. I have many, many cherished memories that will stay with me forever, he was a true friend.
You will remain in our thoughts and prayers,
Joe & Jennifer Boyer

Yevette Bellingar-Mallory

July 21, 2010

Cindy, i am sorry to hear of your loss. I have many great childhood memories of Howie and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Yevette (Bellingar) Mallory

Tammy Ervin

July 21, 2010

Dear Lathrop Family & His children. I am a former childhood friend on Wedgewood in Lansing, I am so sorry for you loss. May the God of Peace send you all His love to hold you during this time and beyond. Tammy Ervin

Diane Earls

July 21, 2010

Dear Cindy and family,

Words cannot express how special Howie was. His sparkling blue eyes, sense of humor, love of life and family, and friendship will live forever in our hearts. He was truly a rare and precious person to have in our lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Burris

July 21, 2010

Dear Cindy,
I am saddened to read about Howie's passing; I had no idea. You always say, we never get together as a family except at funerals. Howie truly touched so many with his love of life, his warmth and his smile. There must be millions of stories about our beloved Howie, and I feel honored to have shared a small chapter of his and your life together. I'm so sorry for your loss!

SHIRLEY MAE GRAHAM

July 21, 2010

So sorry to hear about Howard. I am Dorothy Mckimmy - who is Grandma Glady's
oldest daughter- I sent the obit to her
via my brother in Wa state.
God bless

James Taylor

July 21, 2010

Cindy,
So sorry to hear of your lose. Howie was a great friend with whom I shared many great times. My thoughts are with you.

Sherrie Nunheimer

July 21, 2010

Howie was a gem and will be missed. He was a very gentle and kind man with a wonderful sense of humor. Although all of us on Earth miss him, Heaven is a better place with Howie there. Cindy our prayers are with you and your family. We Love You!! Sherrie & Gumba Brother Dale

July 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Cindy.
Jim, Renae, Meghan and Allison Bradley

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