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Richard Howard Obituary
He is survived by his three beloved daughters, Stephanne Russell of Fort Worth, Texas, Alison Toner of Newburgh, and Mary Hall of Fort Fairfield,; along with his three, much loved son-in-laws, Zachary Russell, Andy Toner, and Dustin Hall.
His granddaughters, Shelby Russell, 8, and Breanne Hall, 4, will greatly miss their grandfather who had a special bond with each of them, as he did throughout his life with his three girls.
His former wife of 34 years, Suzan Howard, will also deeply mourn his passing along with his surviving sisters; extended family members; and all whom had the pleasure to meet his acquaintance. He crossed many paths throughout his life and left his mark on all that he traveled.
All that loved and knew Richard are invited to visit with the family and celebrate his life with us. Richards' Life Celebration will be held noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Sea Dog Brewing Company, Bangor. There will, in his honor, be music, good food, great conversation, and of course the sharing of memories. Please join us.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Ross Manor in memory of Richard Howard.
You are able to drop off donations or mail to:
Ross Manor, In Memory of Richard Howard, 758 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401.
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October 7, 2013
Just found out about Richards untimely death. So sorry to hear about it. I live in Arizona and dont get to see or hear about relatives and friends. Again, he will be missed. His cousin, Linda Rich Willey.
Lowell Cornell Jr.
September 20, 2013
Sorry for your loss. As you know I loss my son Lowell 3th. a year ago April. He was 53 and I still think of him every day.
Hope to see you Saturday at the Sea Dog.
jeannie
September 19, 2013
Sue, Stephanne, Ali, Mary - thinking of you all with much love
Scott Van Buskirk
September 18, 2013
Sorry to hear of Richies passing, my thoughts are with his family. I was a friend and co worker of Richies at Irving Oil and he was the DJ at my wedding. R.I.P. Scott
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September 17, 2013
Sad to hear of Ritchie's passing, my husband and I worked with him for years at Irving Oil. Sorry for your loss.
Owen &Kathy Larrabee
Amanda Torrey
September 16, 2013
Sue, Steph, Ali, Mary and family,
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. My thoughts are with you all. May your many happy memories bring you peace. I know he is playing music in heaven now.
With love,
cindy (good) lowe
September 16, 2013
Lots of great memories on Elm Street West with a great neighbor and school friend. My condolences to his sisters and daughters.
September 15, 2013
My sympathies go out to all of Richard's family.Over the years I lost track of Rich,we played Softball together in the early 80's in Hampden and Bangor.Also work for his Dad and Brother ..Many memories that I wll keep for ever. RIP Rich....
Hilda Robichaud
September 15, 2013
I will miss you Richard my favorite cousin, I will always keep our memories close to my heart and I feel content to know you are at peace, I ll see you when I cross that special road. love Hilda
Brandi-Jo DeWitt
September 15, 2013
R.i.p richie. i met you a couple times through my dad. i knew your daughter mary. havent talked to her in years. My sympathies go out to the howard family.
September 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Richies' passing. He was a great guy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill, Marti and Burke family
September 14, 2013
RIP Old Friend
September 14, 2013
another good son, dad and friend gone,,good times on elm street playing basketball in the drive way,,or kick the can at sun set.richie was also a brother in the masonic lodge,and a fellow beach comber on newburry neck in surry,we had many good times and will be sadly missed.god bless Richie and his family,,till we meet again old pal,craig and lori sites.
Cheryl Clukey(Lupo)
September 14, 2013
Sad to hear the passing of Richie. Prayers and thoughts to his family.
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