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Chris Howe Obituary
Chris Howe, 70, of Jacksonville, IL, died Friday, April 30, 2021, at Jacksonville Skilled Nursing and Rehab.
He was born Oct. 11, 1950, in Jacksonville, the son of Trusler R. Howe Jr. and Mary Margaret Lair Howe. He married Betty Walker on Dec. 6, 1975, in Jacksonville, and she survives.
He is also survived by four children, Kari Straczek (Jonathan Turner) of Charlotte, NC, Ike (Erin) Howe of Jacksonville, Ryan Howe (Bobbie Jo Davis) of Rantoul, and Tyler (Lindsey) Howe of Charlotte, NC; a special niece raised with the family, Margaret Howe of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren, Lily, Eris, Ivy, Xander, Ryker, Henry, Brett, Millie, and Parker; and two brothers, Phillip Howe (Judy Seitz) of Jacksonville, and Harry (Judy) Howe of Scottsdale, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Lois Crowe. Mr. Howe was a 1968 graduate of Jacksonville High School. After graduation, he attended Robert Morris Junior College in Carthage and then Hardin Business College in Jacksonville. He was the third generation owner of Howe Electric Supply Company. He was a life-member and Past Master of Masonic Harmony Lodge #3, a life-member and Past Monarch of Zingabad Grotto, and a former District Deputy Grand Master. Chris was also a member of the Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite Masons and the Jacksonville York Rite Masons. He had a passion for motorcycling, remote control cars and airplanes, going to rock concerts with Betty, gardening and landscaping, and spending time with his grandkids. Chris was a loyal friend, loved his family, and was a wonderful grandfather. A walk-through visitation will be held 10 a.m.-12 noon Thursday, May 6, 2021, at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville, with a private memorial service to follow. Burial will be held at Diamond Grove Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chris Howe
Richard & Kim Howe
May 8, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dan and Sherri Lucas
May 7, 2021
Betty, and family. We are so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. You both were such great neighbors at Southbrook. Chris will always be fondly remembered for his wit and his kindness to others. May the grace of the Lord Jesus, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you now and always.
Betty J Wade
May 6, 2021
I have known Chris since kindergarten, and we shared the same birthday. Our Mom's would bring cakes and treats for the whole class. My husband, Dick, also knew Chris from Junior High and High School.
Chris will always be remembered by us as a kind, cheerful guy that we respected highly. We were saddened to hear of his passing. Please accept our deepest sorrow at the great loss your family is going through.
May God Bless you with peace that surpasses all understanding.
Rest in Peace birthday buddy!
Dick & Betty (Tebow) Wade
Jason & Shelly Howe
May 6, 2021
Growing up, I always looked forward to seeing Uncle Chris. A child looks up to their Aunts and Uncles and it's always special when they get to spend time with them. Raising wonderful children who have become outstanding adults with their own families is a testament to Uncle Chris and Aunt Betty. Fortunately, Uncle Chris' values and legacy will continue on through his children and grandchildren. We love you and miss you.
Ami Shimodeya
May 4, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I will miss you so much, Chris.
Ashley Ploog
May 3, 2021
I will miss you so much Chris. I love you.
Susan Prosser
May 3, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He was a kind man. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Susan (Mussatto) Prosser
Mike Kemple
May 3, 2021
Barb and myself have know Chris & Betty for many years. Rembering the neighborhood parties we use to have while living on Harmony Drive. Chris always had a kind word and a kind greeting. Many prayers go out to Chris's family. RIP Chris.
Sheri Carriger
May 3, 2021
So sorry Betty to hear about Chris,you will be in my prayers.
Dee Cole
May 2, 2021
So sorry for your loss! Chris was a good guy
Mabel Gobbel
May 2, 2021
Erin & Ike,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Love & Blessings
Aunt Mabel
Jan and Bill Settles
May 2, 2021
Betty and family. Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all. We are so sorry to hear about Chris. He has been remembered in prayer so many mornings and now I will continue to remember you. I know how much you will miss him.
Ron Barber
May 2, 2021
So sorry for your loss, we went to grade school and Jr High and High School together. Chris was a great person and will be missed.May his memories live on.
Frani (Davis) and Ken Glass
May 2, 2021
So sorry to learn of the passing of Chris. He was such a loving person and always had others in his thoughts and prayers. May your memories keep him close to you and always with a smile.
Debra
May 2, 2021
A dear friend for 50 years, they just don’t get any better Your eyes twinkled just like your fathers did. Sending love, Annie Prewitt
Terry & JoAnne Beard
May 1, 2021
We are so very sorry to hear about Chris.
We will be keeping your family in our thoughts & prayers.
May the memories you hold in your hearts bring comfort in the days ahead.
Sharon Burger
May 1, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Gordon Claridge
May 1, 2021
My condolences to the entire family.
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