Howard-Staley-Obituary

Howard Paul Staley

Fairbanks, Alaska

May 30, 1923 – Jan 11, 2017 (Age 93)

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BORN
May 30, 1923
DIED
January 11, 2017
AGE
93
LOCATION
Fairbanks, Alaska

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Howard Paul Staley, loving husband and father, good friend, world traveler, passionate reader, spirited Democrat, attorney at law, died in Fairbanks on Jan. 11, 2017, after a short illness.Born on May 30, 1923, in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, he served in the U.S. Army in World War II. His...

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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We will miss his weekly visits to Blockbuster Video looking for the great new Indy movies for he and his wife, Olive. -College Blockbuster family

There is much I did not know about Howard Staley, for I met him as a youthful octogenarian, and his humble character kept him from sharing tales and adventures of his past. But to learn through his tribute of soldier, pilot, Harvard student, traveler, lawyer, reading enthusiast, outdoorsman, loving father and husband I find it all fits well with the gentle man I knew and loved.
I will miss, immensely, standing with him on the green lawn of summer chatting about the latest movie or...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for our love ones lost in death can be reassuring.

Howard was a man of great character and dignity. He was loved dearly as my friend. He was kind, thoughtful, intelligent and articulate. He always had time for a conversation, and a laugh. He always had time to throw a ball for Emma and give her a little loving pet, and she adored him with all her fur. His smile and his hugs will be missed,
As a man who loved to travel, Howard may your journey be filled with beautiful views. Save a spot for Em and me when we meet again to be with...

Howard, in addition to being a competent attorney, was a gentleman who represented Alaska and the U.S. well, wherever he traveled.
Thank you Olive for all the happy years you gave him.

Olive, Our heartfelt sympathy to you on Howard's passing. May he Rest in Peace. Loving thoughts and Prayers for you both. Catherine & Eddie Brosnan