LIONEL-HOWELL-Obituary

LIONEL A. HOWELL

Etobicoke, Ontario

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HOWELL, LIONEL A. Passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2019 at the age of 48. Beloved husband to Michelle and devoted father to son Nathanial and daughter Olivia. Son to Lionel (Cosy) Howell and Merlene Bentick. Proud brother, uncle, godfather, friend, coach, mentor and a loyal Toronto Raptors...

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Our sincere condolences Michelle, Nathaniel and Olivia. You are all in our prayers and may God continue to watch over you daily. Thank- you for sharing your husband and father with us all.

Lionel was a great leader that effected his community in immeasurable ways. He touched lives from the youngest to the eldest in all races. Lionel had a high standard of excellence that stretched all of us. The life lessons he taught our children through basketball was invaluable. The...

Michelle! I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart and thoughts go out to you and your family. I know it's been years, but you popped into my mind today so I decided to try to find you online and that's when I saw this very sad news. Please reach out when you can.

You'll be missed Lionel.

Lionel my student and coaching brother. I morn your passing. Some are larger than life. You were one of those. I'll miss you and remember to bring unbridled enthusiasm every time I step on a basketball court.

Coach Lionel was an amazing soul who we greatly loved and respected. He taught my oldest daughter through many years of houseleague and rep. He not only taught her how to play the game, but to also be a strong woman. We will truely miss him and are very greatful to have had him in our lives. He was truly One of kind.

Coaching is a profession of love. You can't coach people unless you love them.
Eddie Robinson

Our deepest sympathies to the Howell family.

So long Lionel...RIP Coach.
Michelle & Chris Smith