Mary Beth Howat

Mary Beth Howat obituary, Medaryville, IN

Mary Beth Howat

Mary Howat Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel - Francesville on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Mary Beth Howat, 83, of Francesville, IN passed away Friday, February 21, 2025 at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville. She was born on December 24, 1941 in Monon, IN to the late Farrell and Elizabeth (Ward) Bailey. Mary Beth graduated from Monon High School in 1959 and briefly attended Indiana State College. On May 26, 1961, she married William Joseph Howat in Medaryville, IN. He passed away on December 21, 2010.
Mary Beth retired from West Central Schools where she had worked as the Corporation Treasurer for many years. She also held various other jobs and worked hard throughout her life. Mary Beth was an avid Purdue Men's Basketball fan. Years ago, she enjoyed bowling and playing cards. Most of all, Mary Beth cherished being a Granny/GiGi to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed.
She is survived by:
Edward (wife: Kim) Howat, Lafayette, IN Son
Corey (wife: Chelsea) Howat, Francesville, IN Grandson
Ryan (wife: Amber) Howat, Francesville, IN Grandson
Evan (Lindsay Reinholt) Howat, Star City, IN Grandson
J. Tyler (fiancée: Sara Lewandowski) Howat, Lafayette, IN Grandson
Drew Howat, Lafayette, IN Grandson
9 Great-Grandchildren (1 on the way!)
Farrell Douglas Bailey, Francesville, IN Brother
John (Sandra) Bailey, Warrenton, VA Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Farrell and Elizabeth (Ward) Bailey, Parents
William Joseph Howat, Husband
James Howat, Son
Marsha Bailey, Sister-in-law
We would like to thank the staff at Parkview Haven for their tender care of Mary Beth. We take comfort in knowing that she is now pain free and at peace.
–The Family of Mary Beth Howat
Graveside Services will be held at 2 PM EST Monday, February 24, 2025 at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, IN with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating.
Burial will take place at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Parkview Haven Retirement Home.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, IN.
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