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Howard D. Raab

1946 - 2025

BORN

1946

DIED

2025

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Sylvania, Ohio

Howard Raab Obituary

Howard D. Raab

Howard D. Raab, age 79, passed away on December 27, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Howard was born in Toledo, Ohio, to parents Leslie and Thelma (Fox) Raab. After graduating from DeVilbiss High School in 1964, Howard earned his degree from The University of Toledo College of Engineering in 1969. He began his career with Lathrop, and retired from SSOE in 2010.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Ronald and Leslie; and his granddaughter, Sarah Rose. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Cindy; his children, Ryan (Erin) and Lori; his grandchildren, Raeleigh, Caroline, and Henry; many nieces and nephews; his cousin, Carol Strawinski; and his sister-in-law, Rhoda Miller. Private services have been held. The family suggests donations in Howard's name to the Alzheimer's Association or Ronald McDonald House Charities. Online condolences can be made to

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Published by The Blade on Jan. 4, 2026.

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Mary Kathryn Jones Comer

January 29, 2026

Howard married my friend and neighbor Cindy, and they kindly stayed in touch ever since. They first met at De Vilbiss High School, where I also attended. I'm saddened to learn of his loss. He was a good man with a lovely family and he will be missed.

Bonnie Wexler

January 4, 2026

Sending my love to Cindy, Ryan, and Laurie at this difficult time. Peace.

Ron Hood

January 4, 2026

I knew Howard from many years at Owens Corning. I graduated from Wilbur and 63 and The university Of Toledo in engineering, electrical in 1968. I don´t know corn in 1969 like Howard and there we spent many years making own corn good. Howard was an outstanding engineer and a great project manager. I appreciate it Howard and his skills very much. He will be sadly missed.

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