Howard Luke

Approaching two years since Howard left us for his next life, I am remembering the many times he helped me as a young woman for a time staying with my husband and his uncles in a camp a bit upriver on the Tanana from his. And later, after I became a school teacher, he would travel to some of the schools (even as far away as Grayling! ) to teach the children survival skills. I especially liked the time he taught us all how to make a very good, dry shelter using nothing but willows and a...

I am just learning of Howard's passing. I lived with Howard during a summer, while I was in college, and I still consider it one of the most influencial experiences of my life. I learned so much from Howard and considered him family. In 2003 Howard traveled all the way to Vermont to attend my wedding. I am so sad to hear of his passing, however, I know he would see this as another one of life's many adventures.

Rest in peace, Uncle Howard. My life was enormously enriched by time visiting you in your home on the Tanana River. You were always welcoming and gracious. You taught me much about Native knowledge, values, and wisdom. Thank you for sharing that with me and Annie.

Howard is my uncle...I met him fairly late in my life. Knowing Howard was very profound and compelling. When you read the words: "The vision to see, the faith to believe, the courage to do."
That was written for people like Howard. He left footprints on my heart.

Howard was our mothers 1st cousin,he added and helped restore culture to a lot of people,as well as helped many as well,he'll be missed by man.

We will miss you, my old friend! When I was a young married woman living in the next fishcamp upriver from yours, I never imagined someday we would be dancing at your potlatch, with drummers you helped to train! You helped so many young people through the years - even traveled the long way out to the Iditarod School DIstrict to teach a bunch of my students how to build a willow shelter, how to survive. Though you have journeyed even further now, into the next life, your influence will...

Gone but not forgotten
Dear Uncle you inspired me to be a better person and to help our Native people.
I remember you told me if you are in a position to help you must. I have spent the last 35 years helping Native people in Seattle.
Everytime I talk to someone from Fairbanks they always have a story about how you have helped them.
I have a heavy heart knowing you will not be there.
Rest in Peace, Uncle Howard
Love your niece from Seattle, Wa
Beverly Price