Robert J. Howay

Robert J. Howay

Robert Howay Obituary

Robert J. Howay, 72 years of age, of Tuscarora, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at St. Lukes Miners Memorial Medical Ctr. in Coaldale, Pennsylvania.
Born Friday, November 3, 1950 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania the son of the late John, and Helen (Krynock) Howay.
Surviving are son, Jason Howay and his wife Jessie of Nesquehoning; granddaughters, Aneesa, and Mackenzie.
A 1968 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, Robert matriculated to Stephens Trade School in Lancaster. Robert had owned P&H Masonry along with his partner, and worked road construction for many years. Robert was a talented woodworker, and furniture maker. He enjoyed making wood crafts as well.
Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

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