Steven Howell Obituary
He was born Oct. 28, 1955 in Lima to Milton and Norma (Etter) Howell.
On March 1, 1975 in Lima, he married Debra Jean Rumer, who survives.
Also survived by: daughters Dawn (David) Miller of Sidney and Amanda (Aaron) Boeckman of Coldwater; three grandchildren: Reed Boeckman, Karter Boeckman and Taylor Boeckman; sisters Linda (Lonnie) McKinney of Waynesfield, Pam Markham of Lima and Rose (Rich) Bolandar of Lima; brothers Richard (Judy) Howell of Muncie, Indiana and Ed Howell of Lima.
Preceded in death by: parents Milton and Norma Howell; brother James Howell; and sister-in-law Tricia Howell.
He was a graduate of Lima Senior High School, class of 1974.
A veteran of the United States Navy, he proudly served his country aboard the USS McCandless.
Mr. Howell was employed as an equipment machine specialist for Honda of America in Anna.
His favorite pastimes included camping with his family and making and selling various items at area craft shows.
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, private services are scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. on Thursday at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.
Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery in St. Marys.
Friends are encouraged to express condolences and share memories of Steve with his family via: MillerFuneralHomes.net
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Thomas Smith
April 16, 2020
Steve and I went to boot camp together in the Navy. I have known Steve and Deb for years. I was sad to hear that he passed away. Wish I had more time to sit around a campfire and share sea stories with him. Deb, you hang in there girl!
Ann Shaffer
April 14, 2020
Deb, Rick and I would like to give our condolences to you and your family. We have great memories of you and Steve! God be with you. Love, Ann & Rick Shaffer... Ralph Shaffer Class of 1974
Rick Wallace
April 14, 2020
Steve was a good friend and co-worker. We worked for many years at Textron together. With his carefree attitude he was easy to get along with. Enjoyed the time spent playing basketball together back in the day. My sincere condolences to Deb and family.
Bonnie Craig
April 13, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Covid-19 is taking too many lives. God's Blessing to the Howell family.
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Mark Lee
April 13, 2020
A great man and friend. I will miss him at work. We worked on the furnace PM together and that gave us a chance to talk. He loves his family. He is a hard worker and his laid back attitude was very calming. RIP Steve.
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