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1945
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2022
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Howard Roe Obituary
He was the beloved father of Alison (Ryan) Landrum of New Mexico, and Marshall Roe of Greentree; grandfather of Lincoln Paul and Avery Jane; uncle of Lindsay Christiansen; friend and former spouse of Connie Coble-Roe.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leila Jane (Uber) and Chester Roe; and his brother, Richard Roe.
Mr. Roe was a graduate of Butler High School Class of 1963. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1968, with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, and from Case Western Reserve University in 1979, with a master's degree in business administration.
After obtaining his engineering degree, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he proudly served as a lieutenant from 1969 to 1972. He retired in 2013 as the director of new business development at PPG Industries Inc. after 29 years of dedicated employment. Prior to his time with PPG, he worked for Diamond Shamrock for 14 years.
Mr. Roe devoted his life to his family. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was an avid golfer and when he wasn't on the greens or arranging the annual friends golf trip of 30+ years, he enjoyed playing poker, bowling, caring for his yard and researching his family ancestry. Hee loved Pittsburgh sports - let's go Steelers!
ROE - A memorial service for Howard I. Roe, who died Thursday, June 9, 2022, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, 3200 Mount Royal Blvd., Glenshaw.
There will be a reception for family and friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall.
Arrangements are under the direction of SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, Pittsburgh.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Friends in Pittsburgh, or the American Heart Association.
Please visit www.simonsfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Laura McKellogg
January 16, 2025
I don´t know if this will ever reach Alison or Marshall but I wanted to say how saddened I am to just now learn of Howdy´s passing. I am a cousin from Ohio. Our grandmothers were half sisters. Rick, Howdy, my brother Bob Fisher & I all attended the Covenant Presbyterian church in Butler when we were in school. I roamed all over Mercer Co with Howdy working on the family history. Howdy was very proud of his children and grandchildren. I am so sorry I lost contact with him. Love to all the family from a cousin. Laura McKellogg, Warren, Ohio
Bryan Grimm
June 12, 2024
As we again prepare for the annual Myrtle/Pinehurst golf trip, with the Myrtle Cup permanently renamed The Howard Roe Challenge, we are reminded how much we miss our friend.
cary coble
June 12, 2023
Howard was a good friend and brother-in-law. I had many good times and laughs with him at family functions. I'm sure Howard will see this and I'm sorry to say that I would give Howard an A+ for a life well lived BUT his choice in football teams always left me disturbed. Sorry Howard---(A-)
Bryan
June 12, 2023
We miss you, Howard.
Bryan
Gregory Ray
June 30, 2022
Was so saddened to learn of Howdy's passing. It was just 6 months ago we received such an uplifting Christmas greetings. Our families go way back to First Presbyterian church in Butler from time we were in grade school and, of course, Meridian baseball teams from ages 10-18. Howdy, Rick and I were on the Dodgers in LL coached by Ches, Howdy and Rick's Dad. Shocking to me, I'm the only one left of our two families. Howdy was such a good guy. RIP brother.
Anna Graham Kittle
June 21, 2022
I attended school with Howdy from first grade to graduation. I remember him as a kind and friendly person.
May you find peace and comfort from friends and family
Russ kummer
June 21, 2022
Saddened to hear my boyhood friend from Meridian had passed. Howdy was a great Guy who I enjoyed hanging with. May his family find peace and may Howdy RIP.
Mel Miller, San Diego
June 20, 2022
I was shocked and saddened when I learned of Howdy's sudden and unexpected passing. He was a wonderful man and friend who embodied the best of our generation. He was a proud and devoted father who loved his children and grandchildren, and a honest and successful business person, and a kind and good friend to all that knew him. I am happy that we shared time together when I visited home. My condolences to the family.
American Heart Association
June 20, 2022
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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