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2024
Howard Sheckter Obituary
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for Howard Sheckter
RICK OTA
January 30, 2025
So sorry to hear about Howard. My condolences to his family and the rest of the Dweebs: We took his love of weather and made the decision to wait for the snow or go get the snow because of his forecasts. Thanks, Howard!
Dennis Arntz
October 28, 2024
We skied Mammoth every year from 1977 to 2012. On one occasion Howard had forecast the day before that a very heavy snowstorm was about to hit the town the following morning with up to 4 ft in town and 5 to 7 ft on the lower slopes. Sure enough that morning at 5:00 am the flakes started to fall and we never left the Condo that day. Up to 3" per hour fell and by the time it was over in the evening our parking lot had over 3 ft of snow, most cars were completely buried. Canyon Lodge had 5 to 8 ft of snow. Howard was not just another weather person he was the legend of Mammoth weather.
It would be fitting for Mammoth Mtn to name something after him for his tremendous contribution of helping thousands of skiers everyday have the best skiing experience of their lives.
Scott Cadzow
October 22, 2024
Very saddened to hear that Howard passed awayJust starting to think about this season and went to his link A couple of years ago they changed his position on the Mammoth website. It took a while to find it then but I was ecstatic that he was still forecasting
This is a real blow to all who knew him only by his forecasts.My condolences to all of his Family and Friends
God Speed!!!
Martha Cabrinha
October 20, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. My condolences to the family.
George Savage
October 15, 2024
Sad to hear of Howard's passing. I started many days listening to his broadcasts to plan my day. RIP Howard, condolences to his family.
Carol and Ray Wilson
October 4, 2024
We have been saddened to hear of Howard's passing. We miss his detailed forecasts and informative perspectives.
I found him to be an excellent real estate agent who always worked for the benefit of the transaction.
We miss him and will continue to do so as he is irreplaceable to us!
We offer our heartfelt most sincere condolences to Donna and the rest of his family. The Holy Spirit will continue to comfort you!
Sincerely, Ray and Carol Wilson; Ridgecrest, Ca.
Mary Beth May Moore
October 3, 2024
My heart is breaking for the Sheckter Family. So very sorry to hear this Fran and Ricky.
April aka Ape
October 3, 2024
Howard you were a true outdoorsman! I remember skiing, fishing, with you and your beautiful family. Remembering the weatherman. You will be missed.
Roger
October 3, 2024
Howard is going to be dearly missed. We did have many great years together and I still can´t believe that our brief chats will not continue. Howard will always be in my heart.
Jamee Jordan Patterson
September 28, 2024
We always listened to Howard's weather reports and relied on his analysis and advice. He was a true Mammoth treasure and will be missed by everyone who cares about the Eastern Sierra and its weather.
Lynn fetnandez
September 22, 2024
Hi ver sad. I will miss him
Marty
September 18, 2024
We based all our sierra travel around his forecast. A legend, who will be missed. God bless
John Sorenson
September 16, 2024
Howard will be missed!
I started reading his weather forecasts almost 25 years ago. They were the trusted source I went to.
I learned a lot about weather in general, and especially in the Eastern Sierras. Timed many a snowboard trip to Mammoth based on his storm predictions.
Howard will be greatly missed!
ZMO
September 15, 2024
Wow! Such a shame, what a loss for his family and those that live and love the Eastern Sierras. What a contribution and legacy left though! Countless great days and memories were made possible by the work of this man. We will miss you buddy!
Earl Meggelin
September 14, 2024
Have made Mammoth a yearly visit for 40+ years. Want to know what weather lies ahead? Forget the other weather services. 'Dweeb Report' was where to go. Guy was amazing. If Howard said his models indicated the chance of weather next Tuesday after 3...the flurries or drizzle started at 3:01. So sorry to hear this news. He was the BEST!
Justin
September 13, 2024
I have been following Howard's forecasts well over 15 years.He has the best extended forecasters around.Other forecasters from other ski resorts would even quote him& look up to him.His forecasts would often include nor cal& Tahoe as well.People from all over would benefit from his inside info on predicting weather far far in advance drought or big storms.He would also provide insight on a big storm that would be coming that major media cicuits would be broadcasting & let people know if it would be way less,mostly rain,a fraction of what was predicted or in some cases miss completely.Many famlies & businesses could plan around the forecasts.He could predict October & early November openings for ski resorts based on what he saw.My friend owns a ski shop& was able to help plan his ski season from Howard's weather predictions.He definitely has helped countless people to plan there trips safely thanks to his expert knowledge & predictions.Helping people who work in the ski industry know what to expect weeks away.He will be missed by many.
Renee
September 13, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Howard´s passing. We relied on his winter weather reports for many years.
Francis Spoonmore (Spooner family)
September 13, 2024
Rest in Peace Howard
Your (spot on) weather reports helped us make the most of our Mammoth ski \ snow trips !
God Bless you & your family !
Zvia Hempling
September 13, 2024
This was such sad news! I never had the opportunity to meet Mr Sheckter, but like many, often used his weather forecast. Sending my sincere condolences to his wife and family!
Meg Beauchamp
September 13, 2024
Condolences to your family. You were my " go to Mammoth weather guy". Thank you for sharing your talents Mr. Sheckter.
David Gibson
September 9, 2024
I relied on his weather webpage and made use of it often. I'm sorry he passed so soon. Off to better weather I hope.
Pat Webber
September 8, 2024
I never had the pleasure to meet Howard but I certainly had a deep appreciation for his weather forecasting skills. I could tell from his blogs that he loved meteorology. His forecasts will be sorely missed, as well as he will be I am sure. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in eternity Howard and Godspeed to you amigo!!
Christie & Jeff McMillan & our family
September 7, 2024
My heart goes out to Donna and the family. We looked forward to hearing Howard's weather reports on the radio and online. Howard has been a steady presence and well recognized voice of the Eastern Sierra.
I have recommended MammothWeather.com to many visitors over the years.
We will miss his presence, but won't say goodbye. We'll see you on the other side Howard.
Laurie Kripp Kalember
September 7, 2024
Donna and family - I am so sad to read this today. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Howard was Mr. Mammoth Lakes.
Mike Pingree
September 6, 2024
My condolences to the family.
he was a staple and preeminent source for the Eastern Sierra's weather and more. I followed his blog for many years and learned a lot by what he posted and the sources he used. I never came up to the area without checking his posts. He will be missed by many. Thank you Howard. RIP
Bryan Bertsch
September 5, 2024
What a legend. A true man of the sierra weather. The one. The only. He will be missed.
Carla Hayward
September 5, 2024
Sending prayers and love to Howard's family at this time of sorrow.
Fred McDaniel
September 3, 2024
Rest in Peace my friend.
2´ on Tuesday, you are a weather legend.
Dr Ron Hirschbein
September 3, 2024
Mammoth will never be the same without you!
Gene Courter
September 3, 2024
Howard will be missed. I always looked forward to Howard´s weather forecast an absolute legend in the Sierra region.
Gene Courter, San Luis Obispo, Ca.
Tami Brown
September 3, 2024
My condolences. 3 girlfriends and I moved up there from Huntington Beach in 83. Howard was our realtor. He was very kind and welcoming. The town will miss his smile, I'm sure
Renee
September 2, 2024
I will miss you Howard. I always enjoyed when you blew the Shofar at the holiday services. I will think of you whenever I hear it from now on.
Former houseless Mammoth worker
September 2, 2024
Back in the '90's Howard gave me a ride when the deraillieur on my bike failed and I was pushing it up 203 with a big load of dirty laundry on the back. Nobody else was that kind. He asked where I had started from and I mentioned Laurel Spring. I smile thinking about how he didn't really believe that I had spent several El Nino winters out there. I only met him once, but he was very down-to-earth and decent. Mammoth had that spirit decades ago, but no more. Goobye Howard, goodbye Eastern Sierra.
Douglas
September 2, 2024
He will be dearly missed, not just for his weather forecasts, but also as a great realtor who treated his clients, including me, like family. A genuinely kind soul. R.I.P.
Stacey
September 2, 2024
I have listened to Howard´s weather report since I was a child. We have spent every summer at Rock Creek for over 40 years and always remember his helpful weather reports for the week. He will be missed.
Janice Heppe
September 2, 2024
Condolences to Donna & family. Howard was one of a kind & very much a part of the East Side experience.
Ron Hirschbein
September 2, 2024
Fond memories of Howard from client and faithful dweeb....................Ron Hirschbein
Frank Martin
September 2, 2024
We had a crop dusting business 50 miles N of Sacramento for 35 years and have taken in Howards forecasts plus others for many years. I'm very heart broken hearted as his forecasts and comments were taken seriously. God Bless you Howard. You were blessed with many talents and now you're on the other side of the clouds looking at us.
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