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Bernadene (Wheeler) Jenkins
November 18, 2017
I think of Howard often...his humor, his smarts. Sleep in peace cuz
Rosalind Lassiter-Roker
April 14, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
March 12, 2009
My world is incomplete without you. You are truly missed.
Mike Gipson
March 5, 2009
March 5, 2009
To the Family of Howard Gary
Please allow me to convey to you and your family my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one, Howard. In all the hearts of all who knew Howard, his memory will always live.
May you find peace and comfort in this time of grief and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Again, I extend my heartfelt sympathy during this sorrowful time, and I hope that you’ll find strength in your faith and in one another.
Sincerely,
Mike Gipson
Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Gipson
March 5, 2009
March 5, 2009
To the Family of Howard Gary,
Please allow me to convey to you and your family my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one, Howard. In all the hearts of all who knew Howard, his memory will always live.
May you find peace and comfort in this time of grief and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Again, I extend my heartfelt sympathy during this sorrowful time, and I hope that you’ll find strength in your faith and in one another.
Sincerely,
Mike Gipson
Mayor Pro Tem
Lula Davis-Holmes
March 3, 2009
To the Family of Howard Gary,
I want to express my deepest sympathy on the passing of Howard Gary. He touched countless lies and the memories he left behind are, n doubt, immeasurable.. I know he was especially loved by those who knew him personally and by those who benefited by his diligence in what he believed in. He was a true leader.
Although words are of little comfort at the time like this, I have no doubt that the strength of faith in our Lord will keep you through it.
Again, I convey my sincere condolences in this time of grief, and please know that you are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Lula Davis-Holmes
Shantal Henriquez
March 1, 2009
I extend my condolences upon everyone who has suffered grief upon the loss of such a great and influential person. Worry not, about the sorrow you feel, but laugh at the happy memories that we all have of Howard.
Ms. Joyce, Jordan and I are here for you whenever you need to get out of town.
Live your lives as he would have wanted...happy!
Carlo McDonald
February 24, 2009
Jordan & Family,
From my family to yours we would like to extend are regards and condolences. I have no doubt Jordan will continue to grow and become the man you always visioned him to be!
With Love,
Alessi Bland
February 24, 2009
William & Pat, May the Lord Himself comfort your family at this time. Know that you are being remembered in prayer: and may God's grace and mercy overflow. II Timothy 4:6-8.
Amiri Pearson
February 24, 2009
Issa & Family,
My family & I would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you.
Your childhood classmate.
Aisha Pearson
February 24, 2009
Kito & Family,
Our prayers and deepest condolences are with you and your family. May God comfort and strengthen you always classmate!
Vicente Guerra
February 24, 2009
To Joyce and family,
We are very sorry about your loss. He was an incredible individual that doesn't come around that often. He was always a very encouraging member of the family, always giving good advice. We are really going to miss him and are sorry he left us so soon.
Jorge Diaz
February 24, 2009
"In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you."
John 14:2
Patricia Guerra
February 24, 2009
Tia Joyce and family,
I extend my deepest and sincerest condolences to you during this difficult time. Tio Howard was truly special to me. I will always remember his smile and jovial nature. In fact, my most vivid memory of him is forever captured in a picture taken at my birthday party as a toddler while he helped me collect as much candy as possible following the breaking of the piñata. I am thankful for the time we all spent together. My prayers are with you.
Love,
Carl Kern
February 23, 2009
Howard Gary was one of the smartest men I ever knew. While serving as his Director of the City of Miami's Parks and Recreation Department he taught me so much about finance, public administration and most importantly, how to remain "calm, cool and collected" in the heat of battle. I used these attributes throughout my legal career.
Mary Towns
February 23, 2009
Dear God, Bless this family doing their time of sorrow, hold each member in your hand and whisper sweet peace to them. keep them in the days to come when no one is there but you..
Mike Norman
February 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 22, 2009
Kito and family:
My thoughts, love and prayers are with you. May God hold you, comfort you and lift you up.
Renette Johnson Phillips
Larry Meades
February 22, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Gary family. May God give you strength and understanding in your time of sorrow.
Larry Meades
Chicago Chapter
CESAR GARCIA
February 22, 2009
WE REMEMBER YOU HOWARD,MY FAMILY LOVE YOUR COMPANY.REST IN PEACE.LOVE.ARTURO
Audrey Smith
February 21, 2009
My prayers and deepest sympathy are with the family of Howard Gary. He made all Northwesterners proud with his accomplishments.
Roscoe Ellis
February 21, 2009
There are friends; and, then, there are real friends. Howard Gary was a real friend. We both attended and graduated from Miami Northwestern Senior High School in the class of 1964. Years later our life paths crossed again and it was as if the years had not gone by. Warm, friendly, concerned and always cheerful. Howard Gary was a wonderful human being. Surely, we are all better persons for having known him. I know I am. He will be sincerely missed. May God continue to bless and keep his family in this hour of bereavement.
Donald Klingner
February 21, 2009
Howard Gary was a major force in making Miami the multi-cultural, multi-racial center of South Florida and the Caribbean Basin. As a faculty member in the School of Public and Urban Affairs at Florida International University in Miami from 1980-2001, I wish others to know how much he he contributed to what we now understand to be the intersection between diversity management and urban administration. The theme of ASPA's annual conference in Miami (March 20-24, 2009) is "governance in the midst of diversity." That's what he did, and that's why we will remember him.
Donald Klingner, President, American Society for Public Administration (2008-2009)
Pat Lee
February 20, 2009
Dear William and Pat,
I am very sorry for your lost. May God be with you and your family to comfort and keep you during this difficult time.
God bless you and yours.
Pat Lee
Northern Virginia Community College
Gwen Dean
February 20, 2009
I remember some of Mr. Gary's work a fine roll model for our black young men to follow, to the family our prayers are with and that God will give you all the strenght to go through. God bless you all.
Kenneth Perry
February 20, 2009
Howard was a great role mode and inspired many Black men. He worked diligently in opening many doors for others. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Florine Jones
February 20, 2009
Howard lighted the darkness where ever he was placed. He will surely be missed. My deepest sympathy.
Yvonne Marcelle
February 20, 2009
My deepest Sympathy to the Vaughn family, and may God give you strenght on your lost
Doris Ross Reddick
February 20, 2009
My Deepest sympathy to the family of Howard Gary in the lost of a very special person. He certainly made the world much better than he found it. Bless you!
Daniel and Kathy Russell
February 20, 2009
William, Pat and Family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Howard. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We know that because of your relationship with God, by His grace and mercy, you will be comforted and strengthened during this time. In time, your tears will turn to smiles as you remember the good times you shared with Howard. Much love to you all!
Sherry McGriff
February 20, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Samuel Williams
February 20, 2009
With deepest sympathy. We were school mates and band members.
Andre Richardson
February 20, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alice Aumoitte
February 20, 2009
Thank you for breaking barriers. My prayers are with the family of the late and GREAT Howard Gary.
Ed Haynes
February 20, 2009
As a young man growing up, I was greatly impacted by the leadership of Howard. He was a motivation to me as a individual and as a family member. The world is a better place because he was in it! Rest In Peace...
RICHARD DAVIS
February 20, 2009
I would like to give Deepest sympathy to the Gary family, and wish that GOD continue to pour his blessing upon you. Mr. Howard Gary is in great hand when he is in the hand of the LORD. Richard Davis of Viginia Beach, Virginia
Muhammad Abdur-Rahim
February 20, 2009
To the family of Mr.Gary, may God bless you in the loss and know that his legacy will continue.
Carolyn Carey Williams - Class of 1964
February 20, 2009
May the pleasant memories of Howard live on forever. I cherish the good times that we shared as classmates at Miami Northwestern. May God be with the entire Gary family at this time.
CLARENCE DOUGLAS
February 19, 2009
MAY GOD BLESS THE HOWARD GARY FAMILY CLARENCE & ANN DOUGLAS
Barbara Alderman
February 19, 2009
Joyce and the entire Gary family, please accept our sincere condolences. Howard was a beloved neighbor and friend. I will never forget his kind gesture to me after the recent Presidential Election. He will live on in my family's history always as I tell the story of the "Obama cap" which I will always cherish. I wish I knew him better but will be forever touched by this extraordinary gesture. What a fine man you all had as a father and husband. With love, The Alderman family
Adrienne Macbeth
February 19, 2009
Blessings to the family. Sincerely,
Adrienne Macbeth
Cassandra Holley
February 19, 2009
With Deepest Sympathy to the Howard Gary family. We are thankful for Howard's contribution to NFBPA. His presence will be missed. May you find comfort in his memory after your time of mourning.
Barbara Calhoun
February 19, 2009
God looked around His Garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon His earth and saw your loving face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest, His Garden must be beautiful, He always takes the Best! My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Selena Hall Sowells Class of "67 Spelman College
February 19, 2009
My sympthy is extended to Howard's family. God will see you through thes difficult days.
Harold take care of yourself.
Withy sympthy,
Theresa Jones
February 19, 2009
My hearfelt sympathy to the family of Howard. I had the pleasure of meeting Howard in 1983 at the first conference of the National Forum for Black Pulic Administrators. I'm sure he's in heavan organizing something for GOD. May GOD comfort you in this timeof saddeness.
Kimberly Randolph
February 19, 2009
As a NFBPA member, please accept my sympathy for your loss.
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Carol Bond
February 19, 2009
Such sad news. Jack Bond, my late husband, thought the world of Howard and his extraordinary abilities, and he enjoyed so very much working with him in NFBPA & in the profession. Howard has left his considerable mark on public service and in the area of public administration. He will be missed. - Mrs. John P. "Jack" Bond
Gary Langan Goodenow
February 19, 2009
May God bless Howard with eternal peace, and let us all comfort his family in their bereavement. With best wishes, Gary Langan Goodenow
Michael Tompkins
February 19, 2009
Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting Mr. Gary, as a member of NFBPA, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Wistar Withers
February 19, 2009
Dear William, Pat and Members of the Gary Family,
On behalf of the NOVA HUES---the African American employees---of Northern Virginia Community College, I extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to you as you mourn the death and loss of your brother, Howard V. Gary. May you find comfort in knowing that your colleagues, coworkers, and friends share in your sorrow and offer their support and services, as needed, during your grief and bereavement. We’re only a telephone call or e-mail message away.
From our Christian teachings, we have come to realize that those of the faith who die no longer suffer from the physical pain, bodily dysfunction and health deterioration of this earthly life. Rather, through the love and redeeming grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Howard valiantly finished a journey that all of us have embarked. He has found true freedom from the disappointments, complexities and sorrows of this life. He has discovered safety, peace and healing beyond any measure for he has now joined the ancestors and soars like an eagle through the endless heavens. He has not left us, but merely has gone before us to reside in that house of many mansions and to meet our Heavenly Father for an eternal life of love, peace and joy. May his soul rest in peace!
We shall continue to remember the Gary Family in our prayers and thanksgiving. To God be the glory!
Sincerely,
Wistar M. Withers
John Whitehead, III, Deputy City Manager
February 19, 2009
The City of Miami and Miami-Dade County is a better place becase of you. We salute your efforts and your spirit!
Peace and Prayers,
Roshanda Tipton Smiley
February 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of a great man who pioneered so much for the City of Miami. May God bless and keep you always.
Sherry Suttles
February 19, 2009
Funeral services for Howard Gary: Friday, February 20, 2009
11:00 A.M. Mt. Zion Baptist Church
301 NW 9th St.
Miami, Florida
The Mount Zion Baptist Church is a historic church in Miami, Florida. It is located at 301 Northwest 9th Street. On December 29, 1988, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. References and external links. Dade County listings at National Register of Historic Places; Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs
submitted by:
Sherry A. Suttles, U. of M. '71 Alum with deceased Howard Gary 954-274-6300
Chris Applegate
February 19, 2009
William and family- All of us here at the college extend our thoughts and prayers in this time of grief. God Bless you all.
Mary Montgomery
February 19, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ingrid Pam Edwards
February 19, 2009
Dear Joyce & Harold,
My thoughts of Howard are all so dear. I think of him and both a smile and a tear appear. A smile because whenever we would meet at any gathering we always had good happy conversation. A tear because I will truly miss him. Joyce remember, I am here in anyway you may need me.
Erle Gooding
February 19, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. A member of the National Forum for Black Public Adminstrators.
Erle Gooding
Eleanor Breland
February 19, 2009
My sincere sympathy to the family of Howard Gary. May God bless and keep you and my prayers are with you.
Geraldine Johnson
February 19, 2009
To the family and friends of Mr. Gary -
I did not know him, and I'm sure Mr. Gary did not remember me - as I only saw him once or twice.
I am writing to celebrate his life and legacy as a pioneer - not just for African Americans with NFBPA - the National Forum for Black Public Administrators - but for all Americans. He knew and proactively pursued a mission of developing strength through diversity.
May the God of Peace Comfort You.
JohnDre Jennings
February 19, 2009
Greetings,
It is with a peaceful heart that I make my condolences to you for the loss of your family member Mr. Howard Gary. The National Forum for Black Public Administrators has been such a blessing to me that I am forever grateful to him and the founders for creating this wonderful organization. May the peace of God keep your hearts encouraged and may you know that Mr. Gary left a great legacy for many people around this world. God Bless You.
JohnDre Jennings & Family
Vanessa Woodard Byers
February 19, 2009
To the Family of Howard Gary,
You are in my prayers as you send your loved one home to be with God. Ashe'
Lynn Bowers
February 19, 2009
In hope that you may find strength, know that our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with the Gary family.
Claudia Chirinos
February 19, 2009
William and family,
My prayers have been with your brother since I found out he was sick. I know the lord has a better plan for him. My condolenses to you and the rest of your family. God tells us to celbebrate one's life...remember the good times.
Ralph James
February 19, 2009
Family!
Howard did not rehearse LIFE..he lived IT!
Peace and Rest be with him!
Cousin Ralph James
Sam and Lillian Hill
February 19, 2009
Please accept our sympathy on the passing of your brother.
E.J. Arlinda and Ashley Knight
February 19, 2009
May the peace which comes from the many memories of loved shared,comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Floyd Jordan
February 19, 2009
My condolences to the family of Howard Gary. Howard was a true professional and a courageous leader while serving as the Miami city manager. He was also a role model that had a positive impact on me throughout my career.
Carla M. Miro
February 19, 2009
Joyce and Family:
My condolences to you and your family. Howard was a wonderful man, who made a lasting impression on my eight (8) year old daughter on our trip to Lake Tahoe in 2005. He had the most amazing personality and was always smiling. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Carla & Family
M. Beatrice Veney
February 19, 2009
William, Pat and Family,
I was so saddened to hear that your brother has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult period. I pray that the wonderful memories of Howard will sustain you. May you also find assurance today in the boundless Love of the Lord.
God Bless you,
Beatrice
Annie Baldwin-Gaston
February 19, 2009
From a fomer employee of the City of Miami at the time Mr. Gary was City Manager, I wish to express my sympathy to the family.
Sheila Dorsey
February 19, 2009
Dean Gary,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Know that your brother has crossed over to a better place.
B. Bradley
February 19, 2009
To the family of Mr. H. Gary,
I was shocked to hear of the passing of our former politician (Gary).You see, I was thinking about him a few days ago, wondering where he was and what might have happened to him.I picked up the paper this morning and there it was, his orbituary. I am so sorry, but you , his family and love ones, should be assured that He is in a better place. May God bless you and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Alethea Hamilton
February 19, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Harrison, Retired
February 18, 2009
To Bill, Pat & Family:
Remembering you in prayer and asking God to grant you peace and comfort in the loss of one so dear to you.
Jonathan G
February 18, 2009
William and Pat, Josephine and I are thinking of you and your family. We are here when you need us and will help as needed. Be strong
Victor Bibbins
February 18, 2009
William:
While it is sometimes hard to understand the things that happen, remember that "all things work together for good for those who love the LORD." I pray that you find strength at this tender time of watching your beloved brother depart from you. Know that you and Pat are in our prayers for peace, wholeness and power.
Victor & Odessa
Victor & Esther Monzon-Aguirre
February 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. We will always remember the friendship and room filling laughter that we often shared. Peace now and always.
Katreena & Clarence Arnold
February 18, 2009
You are in our prayers as you send your loved one home to be with God.
Our sincerest condolescences are extended from your friends and colleagues in Virginia.
Miami Mayoral Campaign-1985
Raul Masvidal
February 18, 2009
A friend.....always a friend. Love you,
Raul
Allen Fletcher
February 18, 2009
God's speed good brother. Both Heaven and the Omega Chapter have gained another bright star.
Esther Widener
February 18, 2009
Joyce,
My sincere condolonces to you and your family. I am sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Lisette Medina
February 18, 2009
You will be greatly missed. Thank you for all your support.
John and Marvelle Hall
February 18, 2009
Dear Gary Family,
Our hearts are with you in this moment of loss. We know that sometimes there are no words that can adequately express solace at this time, but we know that Howard has moved on to a place where there is perfect peace, perfect health, and perfect love. In that place he is with God as he always has been, but in a more perfect union. The mighty gifts and blessings that he brought to your family and to the Miami community will live on. May God continue to bless your family and bring you peace.
Alex Trujillo (Columbus H.S.)
February 18, 2009
My sincere condolences go out to entire Gary family. I was deepley saddened to hear of Mr. Gary passing. I have great memories of Mr. Gary and the time I spent with him and his sons (Kito & Isa). He always treated us like a member of his own family. We will all miss you and God bless the Gary family.
sherry suttles
February 18, 2009
*To Remember Howard Gary, please make donations in his name to:
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; The Southern Florida Chapter; Two Oakwood Blvd. Suite 200; Hollywood, Florida 33020; 954-744-5301; 877-534-0090.
I will send a personal message later.
Sherry A. Suttles, U. of Michigan, Class of 1971. * Joyce Gary gave me this information last night and I hope this helps her to get the word out to Howard's many friends and colleagues.
Teddy Brown 6T4
February 17, 2009
Goodbye old friend and bandmate.
Gmerice Lamb
February 17, 2009
We remember Howard fondly and extend our sincere sympathy to his family. We pray that you will find comfort from the love of family and friends.
Adam Turner and Gmerice Lamb
Charlene Taylor Hill
February 17, 2009
Please accept my sincere condolences on Howard's passing. I fondly remember the time I shared with him during our social encounters. He was always great fun! I pray that the faith and the love of family and friends will sustain you in the months to come.
Be Blessed!
May Ling Sotolongo-Nunez
February 17, 2009
At times like this is sometimes hard to find the right words to say. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with the Gary family. Howard had an outstanding personality and a contagious laugh.
Berthalee Gilbert Clarke
February 17, 2009
Howard have finally arrived. The healing that had been delayed, has now been realized. He's not in a hurry, there's no schedule to keep. He's enjoying Jesus, just sitting at His feet. If you could only see him now, he's standing tall and whole. If you could only see him now, you'll know He have seen his face. If you could only see him now, you'll know the discomfort is erased. If you could only see him now, yes he's free, free at last with our savior.
Howard lived up to his Miami Northwestern Class of 1964 Moto. If there is not a way, we will make a way. He made a way. Yes he did.
Dr. Phillip Leno Wright Sr
February 17, 2009
My condolences to the entire Howard Gary family includeing his brother Harold Gary who graduated High School with me 1963. The Howard Gary that I know from High School was a smart, kind, friendly, and honest person. As the first Black City Manager, I'm sure he had to deal with the same unequal Justice in Civil and Human Rights at the time when he served as Miami's first Black City Manager. Remember to Stay Blessed and in the word and God will give you the strength to go on in Peace. If you would like to keep in touch with me, call 305 493-9973. For you information, We are blood Cousins if you didn't know.
The Wright Family
Mother Rosa Akins Braddy-Wright
Dr. Phillip Leno Wright Sr.
Judge Milton Wright Jr.
Charles Wright
Jeannette Wright
Betty Wright
KALILAH TOOLEY
February 17, 2009
EVEN THOUGH WE DIDNT SPEND MUCH TIME TOGETHER, I LOVE YOU AND I WILL MISS YOU! GOD BLESS OUR FAMILY!!!
Esther Arias
February 17, 2009
My condolences to the family of Howard Gary. He is now resting in a better place.
George Greene
February 17, 2009
Howard was a great childhood friend and I will miss him, but know that he is with God now. I am happy for his recent visit to my home and the encouragement he always gave me.
Juanita Brown
February 17, 2009
My heartfelt condolences are being extended to the family of Howard V. Gary. It was truly a pleasure having worked with him during his tenure with the City of Miami as City Manager. I will always remember and thank him for the experience. God bless you all in your time of bereavement, stay strong!
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