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11
Celebration of Life
11:30 a.m.
Gospel Chapel
203 North Avenue, Owego, NY 13827
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Roger Howe Obituary
Roger Howe - affectionately and appropriately known as ‘Shorty’, 89, of Newark Valley, NY passed away peacefully at his home on March 7th, 2026 after a brief illness.
He was predeceased by his Parents - Melvin and Alsada Howe; Brother - Kenneth Howe; Son’s - Denny Howe and David Howe; Son-in-Law - W. Graham; Grandson - Matt; Grandson - Kevin; Great Granddaughter - Samantha; Great Grandson - Jeremy.
He is survived by: His wife and loving partner of 50+ years - Patricia Howe. Children - Cindy (Tony) Jump; Mike (Sue) Howe; Nancy Graham; Diana (Dan) Talcott; Rog (Paige) Howe; Pam (Jerry) McMichael; Ken (Kristi) Howe; Sarah Renee (Scott) Dornblaser; Shawn Howe; John (Heather) Howe. He is also survived and missed by 36 Grandchildren; 45 Great Grandchildren and 9 Great Great Grandchildren; as well as his Sister - Wesileen Sanders and several Nieces and Nephews.
He retired in 1993 after a 39 year career driving tractor trailer.
A celebration of life will be held at Gospel Chapel - 203 North Ave., Owego, NY - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:30am.
Memories and condolences can be shared in his online guestbook at www.macphersonfh.com. Caring assistance is being provided by MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley, NY.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5 Whig Street P.O. Box 575, Newark Valley, NY 13811
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Upcoming Events
Mar
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Celebration of Life
11:30 a.m.
Gospel Chapel
203 North Avenue, Owego, NY 13827
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