Howard Thomas Zabel

Howard Thomas Zabel, 73, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, passed away on April 13, 2024. Born on September 4, 1950, in Lewellen, Nebraska.

Howard was a long-time resident of Cheyenne. He was friendly and outgoing to everyone. He loved helping others and actively participated in community and church activities. He liked buying and selling vintage cars, collecting antiques, restoration and numerous other hobbies. He was very personable and never met anyone he didn't like. He enjoyed a succession of dogs, the last one was named Meekah.

In his work life he pursued various business adventures. The Balloon Family, singing telegrams, a limo service, a bar and a restaurant. He was also employed by the Union Pacific Railroad for a period of time.

He attended primary school and high school in Big Springs, Nebraska. He attended Kearney State Collage in Kearney, Nebraska for higher education.

Howard was a member of Lutheran Church in Big Springs, Nebraska. Upon moving to Cheyenne Wyoming he became very involved in the Highland Presbyterian Church.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Megan Zabel. He is survived by his brother Larry Zabel and his wife Marcia, his sister Shirley State and her husband Scott, nephews Jason Zabel and his wife Jennifer, Aaron Zabel and his wife Sara, nieces Hannah, Hailey, Alaina Zabel and nephews Adam and Travis State. He is also survived by two aunts Ira Richards and Mary Evans who reside in Wales, UK