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Thomas Howland Obituary
Thomas Andrew "Andy" Howland of Crawfordsville, passed away at his home. He was 47.
Andy loved playing cards, especially D & D, with his friends and was in a regular Tuesday night group. He also liked video games and travelling to South Dakota to pheasant hunt with his father and friends. An avid reader, he was a Libertarian and a strong believer in personal freedom. He worked as a salesman at several places, including Chicago, Los Angeles, Lafayette, Indianapolis, and locally at Town & Country. More recently, he was taking care of his parents and was very devoted in doing so.
Born January 1, 1970 in Crawfordsville, he was the son of Dr. Carl Bruce Howland and Bonnybell Sekema Howland. He graduated from North Montgomery, class of 1988, attended Wabash and University of Southern Florida and was a member of the Kappa Sig fraternity.
Surviving family includes: his parents, Dr. Carl Bruce Howland and Bonnybell Howland; his brother, Jeffery Bruce (Darla) Howland; niece, Elizabeth Howland; nephew, Eric Howland; nephew, Aaron Sudduth; niece, Amber Carrigan and; aunt, Dorothy Brennan.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Tracy.
There will be no public services. Private services will be held and his remains laid to rest in the Oak Hill Mausoleum. Arrangements were entrusted to Burkhart Funeral Home.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County, 1104 Big Four Arch Road, Crawfordsville, IN 47933.
Online condolences may be made at www.BurkhartFH.com.
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DON Huminsky
March 13, 2019
Too soon gone Andy, Just too soon. Not forgotten.
Maxine Whiteman
March 13, 2019
People named Thomas are special-all people are special - each in his own way. We never got to know your Thomas Andy. I'm sure because he is a part of a unique family he is to be remembered fondly. We hope you're doing well. We don't travel much anymore. Look to God for comfort. Our love to you and yours. Tom and Max
DeeDee McQueen Prather
March 25, 2017
I am very sorry for the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Don Huminsky
March 21, 2017
Bruce, Bonnie. Sorry to hear about Andy. I wish I could make it to Crawfordsville Thursday but I am not in good shape myself. Blessings to both of you in these hard times.
Karen Miller
March 21, 2017
Bonnie, Bruce and family, So sorry to read of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
Maxine Whiteman
March 20, 2017
Bruce, Bonny and family, so sorry to know of the passing of your son. Our Tommy was born January 5, 1970. God bless each one. Love you all. Tom and Maxine Whiteman
Aaron Harpel
March 20, 2017
Dr. Howland, Bonnie and family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. I often think of and miss all the fun times Tom and I had growing up.
Lissa Mason
March 20, 2017
Bonnie, Bruce & family,
Thoughts & prayers to ease this heartache. May God strengthen & comfort each of you throughout these difficult days.
Kristel Crowder
March 19, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Mark McClellan
March 19, 2017
We laughed Together We Cried together we partied like there was no tomorrow and had long long discussions that lasted for years. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers brother. I will miss you more than you know. I love you Andy. Rest easy Tommy.
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