Howard Mitchell Dahlstrom

Williamston

Howard Mitchell Dahlstrom, 70, of Williamston, Michigan, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2017, with his wife of 31 years, Sue Boyes Dahlstrom, at his side. Howard was born in Fremont, MI April 25, 1947 to H.M. (Bud) & Florence Dahlstrom who preceded him in death.

Howard is survived by his sons Kerry Rouse & Troy Rouse (Betty), his sister, Mary Jo Dahlstrom Bultman (David), his brother, Eric N Dahlstrom (Margo), & his brother-in-law Terry Boyes (Margaret). Howard will be greatly missed by his grandsons Kevin Rouse (Missy), Ron Rouse (Kylee), James Rouse, Kevin, Kaltrider (Emily), Tyrone Dudenhoeffer, and 6 great-grandchildren as well as his beloved dogs, Ziva & Sarah, nieces & nephews, Jodie Bultman, Nathan Bultman (Aimee), Heather Johnson, Scott Boyes (Amy), & Dr. Marcus Dahlstrom, 3 cousins, and a multitude of very close & dear friends.

Memorial Celebration will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church, 157 High Street, Williamston, MI on Friday, October 20, 2017 at 11:00 am. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes Williamston Chapel. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.grwilliamston.com.

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Published by Williamston Enterprise from Oct. 1 to Oct. 8, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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22 Entries

Gary Bourland

January 2, 2018

Howdy was a great friend many years ago when I lived and worked in Lansing, Michigan. I shall never forget what a kind and spirited friend he was. We had a particularly memorable time during a record snow storm. A huge meat truck driver promised us a huge steak if we could get his truck moved from in front of the YMCA Hotel in Lansing. We couldn't budge it, but he gave us the steak anyway, and we enjoyed it! I shall never forget how Howdy could tell a story. I only wish I had lived closer so I could have enjoyed his friendship and his being such a unique person. Farewell, Howdy. My condolences to to his wife, Sue, and the entire family.

Diane Graham

October 20, 2017

Howard was a wonderful neighbor and he will be deeply missed. He consistently looked for ways to help our family-surprising us by plowing our snow-covered driveway, lending us his trailer several times, opening up his compost pile to us as well as to many other people, and many other acts of kindness that will not be forgotten. -Graham family

October 18, 2017

Sue, we are so sorry for the sudden loss of Howard. He will surely be missed by friends and loved ones
~ Kim Welch and N.C. family

October 10, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

October 10, 2017

Brian Valentine

October 2, 2017

One of a kind. RIP Howard

Sean Bertolino

October 2, 2017

I was privileged to serve our community with Howard on WABF. He had a confidence that was to be emulated, a respect that we should all strive for, and a heart for public service that is hard to duplicate.

We are better for had having him in our lives.

Terry and Julie Thelen

October 1, 2017

Howard was a good neighbor to us. We will miss seeing him driving his tractor, moving his compost piles and creating a haven for the deer to play in. We appreciate all the winters he dug our driveway out after the snow storms and stopping in for some coffee to see how we were doing. We will certainly miss Howard around this neighborhood.

Lorraine Disbrow

October 1, 2017

My heartfelt condolences to you Sue and your family. RIP Howie!!!

TDay

Mary Jo Bultman

September 30, 2017

Woodrow Street

Mary Jo Bultman

September 30, 2017

Nick Stonebrook

September 29, 2017

Howard helped a number of people in this community that were in need. Howard found jobs, housing and donated his time and money to helping these people. Howard performed these good works without ever trying to draw attention to his good deeds. Howard and his unselfish acts will definitely be missed in the Williamston community. Rest in peace
. Nick Stonebrook

Great Grandpa

September 28, 2017

Linda Pugno-Snyder

September 28, 2017

Howard was known to me, from our childhood, as Howdy. He was like a younger brother who always liked to be around our shared family-fun times. Our parents were such close friends and we shared many mutual dinners as well as play times and parties. His life was a reflection of where he came from and his wonderful parents who raised him. They will welcome him into their arms. You will be missed. Love to all

Rod Dropping

September 28, 2017

Howard was a good and sincere man and a great fellow law enforcement officer. Going to miss him at our retiree meetings.

Tim Howery

September 27, 2017

I have known Howard since the 1970s. He was a good, caring man who I admired a great deal. He will be missed.

Brian C Lockwood

September 27, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family.

Duane Dickey

September 27, 2017

I met Howard the day my son was married twenty years ago. Eric and Howard had worked together as police officers in Williamston, and although a few years had passed since they worked together, Howard, showing true friendship, traveled to Millersburg Michigan to attend the wedding. I was impressed by this act of friendship at the time, and wondered if I would ever run into this man again. Fifteen or so years later I moved to Haslett and was surprised when one day Howard appeared at my front door. We had several such visits after that which gave me the opportunity to find out what an amazing person he was. My family will miss him but the memories of his kindness, integrity and service to his fellow man live on. Thank you, Howard.

Gerald Smith

September 27, 2017

Howard and I worked together many times in the Williamston Lions Club
and he was a great person contributing so much to our community. We
will sincerely miss him. Lion Gerry Smith

Allen Hempstead

September 27, 2017

Howard will be missed, he was a good man.
Al Hempstead, Perry,MI

Shannon Fleser

September 26, 2017

Our deepest condolences to Sue, family, and the many friends that loved him. His dedication to the town and the people will surely be miss. Thank you for being a pillar to the town!! Until we meet again.
Mark, Shannon, Meghan & Keileigh Fleser

Donald Bixler

September 26, 2017

He will be missed greatly by me and our community. So sorry he is gone.

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