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Howard Palmatier Obituary

Howard N. Palmatier VIRGINIA BEACH - Howard N. Palmatier, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Born in Niskayuna, N.Y., April 11, 1926, he served as a radioman in the Navy during World War II, and met his wife, Sarah, while stationed in Norfolk. He earned a master's degree in Divinity from Boston University and a master's in Social Work from Indiana University. He served churches and social service agencies in Indiana, Nebraska, Vermont, Rhode Island and Virginia. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Sarah Palmatier of Virginia Beach; daughter, Nora Palmatier and husband Duncan of Arlington, Va.; daughter, Paula Reagan and husband Charles and grandson Brian of Maryville, Tenn.; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Virginia Beach United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 2, 2009.

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