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Joseph Howard Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Joseph G. "Joe" "Papa Joe" Howard
Start: 2018-04-06T16:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Patrick's Church

Joseph G. Howard Jr. aka "Joe/Papa Joe" passed away on March 27 2018 at the age of 83. A native of Norwood MA Joe was an Air Force veteran and a graduate of Northeastern University.

Husband, father, grandfather, brother, and a great friend to many Joe was tough kind irascible generous garrulous an entrepreneur and a great guy to have a drink with. He was an avid tennis player and golfer a wine enthusiast and self-made master of experimental cooking techniques.

Public-spirited and dedicated to his faith Joe was a member of numerous civic organizations and was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Patrick's Church.

Joe is survived by his wife of 64 years Ann (nee Delaney) sons Joseph III (Lisa) Jamison Christopher (Liz) and Theodore (Julie); his brothers Randy and Jim sister Kathy and 11 cherished grandchildren.

The Howard family would also like to thank the UConn Medical Center for its care of Joe.

A celebration of Joe's life will be held at 12:00 pm on Friday April 6 at St. Patrick's Church on Main Street in Farmington CT with the Rev. Thomas Barry officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given in honor of Joseph G. Howard at The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art 600 Main Street Hartford CT or at [email protected] (donate now/in memory of).

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Published by Hartford Courant on Apr. 1, 2018.

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Paul Murphy

March 26, 2019

Uncle Joe Howard - The man who could not do enough for others!

Fritz Zivic

October 6, 2018

Living in Key West past 10yrs, just heard about Joes death . He was a great guy, we often traded Cigars as a fella restaurateur we had many of the same opinions about our business in general

Susan Beauchamp

July 17, 2018

i worked as a line cook for Apricots in 1984-85 when i was just starting out. he was a very nice boss , i made a raspberry vodka and he was very kind to say it was very good.. this was a great place to work sorry for your loss

Jim Boland

May 27, 2018

I just saw this. The Howard family lived two houses from me. Mr Howard was a kind man that I thought the world of. I remember him helping me handle newspapers when Jamison was ill.

All the best to a wonderful family.

Lydia Vine

May 12, 2018

I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Joe; I loved his warmth, great sense of humor and generosity. He brought wonderful pastries from Apricots to Farmington Farms Health Club every morning and I can still picture him filling the room with his laughter and smile. My deepest sympathies to his family, Lydia Vine

David C. Jaworski

April 7, 2018

Ann, Joe jr. and Family
I worked at Apricots and Ann Howard Catering for 15+yrs....It was memorable and filled with great learning experiences.
I will always remember Joe as a mentor and a friend...I know he will be tending to the gardens and enjoying Saint Peters C.C.
~Peace~

Dave Alfano

April 6, 2018

My condolences to the entire Howard family. Im sorry to here about the loss of Mr Howard

I worked for Joe as a bartender when I was in my early 20s and he always treated me well and with respect. The customers loved him and he was the excellent with them. He loved to talk and make the customers feel welcome.

It was a great experience for me. Im sorry for your loss

Dave Alfano

Vince Cody

April 6, 2018

I just found out today at 2:30 . Im sorry I missed the service. He always treated me well whenever I came in and made one feel feel great. He will be missed.
Condolences to the whole family. A truly great guy.

Sas Ward

April 6, 2018

Thank you for so many wonderful years and stories on the river. I want to send my condolences to Ann and the rest of the family. R.I.P. Sas

April 6, 2018

Our prayers and thoughts are with you dear Ann, Christopher and the entire Howard family. We are so saddened by the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. The warm obituary cannot fully convey his remarkable life but does remind anyone who knew him what an unforgettably unique, fun, funny, caring man he was.

Mei-wa Cheng and Claude Brouillard

April 5, 2018

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Howard. I remember him as a little kid, taking us to hockey games, or watching us play later on at Avon. He made us feel important and I've always respected him greatly. Plus I want to thank him for teaching us it was okay nor to wear socks. All of the Cosgroves send their thoughts and prayers to the entire Howard family.

with love,
Kevin Cosgrove

April 5, 2018

Dear Howard family, please accept my deepest condolences!

Eva Pollack

Jules and. Julia Poirier

April 4, 2018

Great man always keep his word with me. Very hard to find these day. It was Such a great time Hanging out with you and Ann at your house in February. Loved talking hockey and wine with you both. Then you jump started my New car. Now you and Jon can keep an eye on WES DAVID AND MYSELF... ☺

Marlene Adkins

April 4, 2018

On behalf of the Women's Committee of the Wadsworth Atheneum, we send our heartfelt sympathy to Ann Howard and her family. Ann is a long time member, who has contributed so much to the museum and our committee. May warm memories comfort you.

Abby Rodman

April 4, 2018

Thinking of all the Howards and sending our heartfelt sympathies. We know you will miss Joe terribly -- and we will, too. He will be remembered by us with the deepest affection.

Abby and George

TJ Legowski

April 4, 2018

My deepest condolences to the entire Howard family. He will be missed.

Thomas Kady

April 4, 2018

Our heartfelt condolences to Ann and the entire Howard family.
Cousin Thomas Kady and Claire
Cape Coral, Florida

Jakki Trieber

April 3, 2018

Joe Howard was one of a kind and he will be dearly missed. My heart is broken...I loved that man. Joe had limitless charisma and was always the quintessential gracious and charming host with his Bride as he would always say when referring to his lovely wife Anne Howard. I always felt blessed to see Joe at Apricots....his smile, wonderful deep laugh and extrodinary grace made you feel like you stepped back in time to a bygone era where pocket squares and elegance mattered. Joe was a man that truly loved life, and it showed. From playing tennis to driving around Farmington in his station wagon, then van...he was a fixture in Farmington and everyone loved him. There was never a time at Apricots, where Joe didn't offer us a complimentary drink and sit for a few minutes to catch up. He and Anne made dining at their restaurant a fabulous evening. Everything sparkled even more when Joe Howard was there greeting and taking care of everyone who entered like family. He was like Cary Grant...dashing and handsome...and always had a twinkle in his eyes. Truly present and always so happy to welcome people into the splendor he and Anne created that was Apricots. An entire community will be lost without that smile.Sending you love my friend up with the Stars and sending my love to Anne and your entire wonderfully family. You will be terribly missed. Jakki Trieber

Ned Whalen

April 3, 2018

I have so many happy memories of Joe. Walking into Apricots, he could make you feel like the most important person in the world. Joe will be missed by a lot of people for a lot of different reasons. God Bless.

Mac & Trish Haskell

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Michael Morgan

April 2, 2018

To the Howard Family: I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I have wonderful memories over the years and his smile will forever be remember. Keeping you all in my thoughts, and prayers. May He rest in peace.

April 1, 2018

We have all lost one of our "Finest"
Joe excelled in every significant category
of character, citizenship, and contributions to both family and society. He is now with the Angels. I was a blessed to know him.
Helen Hodgman

April 1, 2018

Wonderful memories of the greatest Uncle that can be imagined - so kind, gracious, generous, encouraging and always hospitable!!!

We thank God for the impact and great example and impact he has had on us and so many in the greater clan! Great privilege to know and be loved by Uncle Joe. Extremely thankful I had a chance to see him one last time in February!

Love from Paul & Almaz

Laaura Lachmann Granger

April 1, 2018

Many, many years ago "Au Burge Pierre" became Apricots. Being very pregnant,while dining at
"Au Burge" the owner ran around collecting decorator pillows to place under my feet I was impressed. I still excused myself and left, impressed. The next year "Au Burge" turns into Apricots and I must see this restaurant. But, again I was with second child and the story seemed to be repeating it self. Joe noticed that I was stifling pain and came over to ask what he could do for me? Embarrassed, I lied and said nothing. Joe returned with the perfect shape pillow and size to tuck behind my back, instantly releasing tension. 'One can say, the other one does. I became a patron. I loved their family dynamics, the front door in the winter time, the chili at the bar,and of course Joe sitting at the end of the bar, laughing, telling a joke, yet surreptitiously, scanning the floor not missing a beat. I am saddened by your personal void that has been shed upon your family. The Howard Family is in my prayres.

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