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for HOWARD SMEAD
Jeff Smead
November 21, 2024
Howard was a big guy with a bigger heart!
Jeff Smead
November 21, 2023
Miss him and always enjoyed his company!
Kenny Presley
November 22, 2022
Howard was a very special, kind man, he is missed dearly. I am sure he is now watching over all of us. God Bless You Howard.
Bruce and Charlene Johne
November 16, 2017
Ida,
Charlene and I are thinking about you again, as always, this time of year. It's hard to believe it's been six years since we last saw you and Howard together. I hope Father Time is doing his job and kindly healing you. Please stay in touch. We live in VA now and, I imagine, close to the cabin you and Howard shared. Please know that you are welcome anytime at our guest house "Cozy In Crozet" (AirB&B). Bring friends, too, if you like. The more the merrier.
All the Best.
Steve Barr
March 2, 2012
Whenever we spent time together it was a great time. Howard was wonderful. I'm really going to miss Him.
Nicole Mazur
March 1, 2012
Uncle Howard,
Words could never express the impression you left in everyone's heart. We continue to miss you everyday. We all cherish the special memories we have with you, and will continue to think about those until we met again. We love you!
~Nicole, Kevin and Taylor
Ida May
February 26, 2012
Dear Howard, my love, my husband, my partner...you are the love of my life. Keep me in your heart and I will keep you in my heart forever. I miss you more than words can convey. I treasure the thirty-four years we shared...thank you for loving me. Ida
Howard with his dogs Razz and Keebler
Jeff Smead
February 19, 2012
Howard&Ida At the cabin in VA. 10/30/2011
Jeff Smead
February 15, 2012
Jim & Annamaria Cairns
February 11, 2012
Howard was our dear friend for many, many years. He an Ida married Annamaria and me in 1993. He was a jovial dinner companion and a patient gentleman as he put up with my painful lack of talent on the golf course. We played frequently for fifteen years or so; I never won; he never complained. We shared many great dinners and good times together. His passing leaves a great void in our lives. We miss him. He left too soon.
Paula Miller
January 15, 2012
Dearest Ida,
I just recently learned of Howard's passing. I am so sorry. He was such a wonderful man. I am thinking of you. If I can do anything for you, please do call.
Paula
Howard on ski trip in CO in early 80s.
Michael Smead
December 18, 2011
Robert Sequeira
December 17, 2011
I met 'Hod' when his fam moved to Seabrook from Okinawa and remember his house as a place that always felt safe and abundant.Plenty of clever humor and love to go around along with a serious dedication to better oneself. Which was reflected in the classroom and the field. He was always the 'big kid' and an under-rated athlete,one of the original 'Worrell Ave. Wonders' during the Seabrook softball dynasty who displayed incredible heart and fortitude when the chips were down.His hearty laugh will be missed...Prayers go out to his family...
Jack Dorsey
December 16, 2011
Dear Ida and family, I grew up with Howard in Seabrook and and remember him fondly from elementary school through high school. Hearing of his passing is hard for those of us that knew him then. The friends you have when you are young stick with you forever. Peace be with you in this time of loss.
Jack Dorsey
Paul Mays
December 16, 2011
I hadn't seen Howard in over 35 years. But as I read the wonderful things people were saying about him that knew him more recently I realized something. To a person they were describing the "boy" that I knew growing up in Seabrook, Maryland. Then when I saw the pictures of him I was convinced of it. And even though his hair had moved from the top of his head to his cheeks it couldn't hide hide that smile. Life is truly a circle. I am just blessed that for a small time on this crazy ride that I got to spend some of it with him. Thank you all for sharing his life with someone who hasn't seen him for so long. God bless you Howard...I'll see you later!
Jim Hickerson
December 16, 2011
Dear Ida,
I grew up 2 houses down from Howard on Worrell Ave. in Seabrook, Md. We played together in each other's yards and on organized baseball teams. I have not seen him in many years, but I remember him fondly as a stand up guy while we were boyhood pals. My condolences to you and your entire family in your time of loss.
Sincerely,
Jim Hickerson
Howard and Dad
Michael Smead
December 15, 2011
Howard, Ida, Grace and Frank Smead
Michael Smead
December 11, 2011
Zack Brinkman
December 6, 2011
My uncle Howard was always a happy, loving, and caring man. He had a heart bigger than one has ever seen. I will never forget the conversations that we have had or the pool games that he would let me win. My uncle Howard was a great man and he will never be forgotten. You will be missed and please watch over us from up there until were there with you.
Love you & God Bless,
Zack Brinkman
December 5, 2011
Dear Ida and Family,
We will remember Howard with a smile and a laugh.
Our heartfelt condolences,
Stuart and Barbara Doliner
Darrell Radford
December 5, 2011
Ida,
Please accept our sincere condolances. Howard was a true gentleman. We are better people for having known him. You and your family will remain in our prayers.
God Bless,
Darrell & Barbara Radford
December 5, 2011
Dear Grace, Frank, Jeff, Mike, Barbara and Ida,
My heart goes out to you all. I just picked up my email today, so am late sending my message, but Howard's death was a shock. I didn't know him well, but am glad we all had a chance to get together in May. I know life will never be the same for any of you.
Aloha from Hawai`i,
Betty Hearst
Kandy & John Vagovic
December 5, 2011
Ida,
Please accept our condolences on Howard's passing. He was such a wonderful man and friend. We so enjoyed becoming friends with you
both thru Seaside. Perhaps our fondest memory was the passing of the King and Queen Crowns to you both. It was an honor. He will always be King in our hearts. With Love, Kandy & John Vagovic
Jane Dill (Stratton)
December 4, 2011
Ida, just read of Howard's passing. His warm smile and loving person will be missed by us all. It's always been Howard and Ida, and our hearts hang heavy for you during this time.
2007 Wedding weekend for Smead Bros. in Vegas
Michael Smead
December 4, 2011
Howard & Ida on gondala in Telluride, CO
Michael Smead
December 4, 2011
Simon Kline
December 2, 2011
Howard was not a friend of the family, he was family. He was someone I both respected and admired, for being himself. He was a man who enriched everyone who he met, and it was his most enduring trait. I knew him for my whole life, and with him gone, a part of my life is missing. Love you Howard and Ida.
Love,
Simon
Sandy & Harley Chappell
December 1, 2011
Howard experienced life at it's richest, enjoying the wonderful
adventure happily with love and kindness.
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to your family.
Howard was loved and admired by all those who's lives
he touched and in doing so he has left us all with fond memories of a life well lived.
Ed & Janet Smead
December 1, 2011
words can't express our great sorrow on the passing of Howard. God be with you Ida.
Jeff Smead
November 29, 2011
Ida,Mom,Dad,Mike and Barbara Howard was as big as life and had the heart to match. I have fond memories growing up with Howard that I will cherish for all my days. I enjoyed his company and the time we spent together. He holds a very special place in my heart. He will be greatly missed!
Joelle Rene
November 29, 2011
Ida,Frank, Grace, Michael, Edna and Jeff,
Howard was a lovely man who brought joy and light into the world. I will cherish my memories of his smiling face and seeing him cry at Michael and Edna's wedding. He was a precious gift in my life.
Barbara Brinkman
November 28, 2011
Ida, Mom, Dad, Mike and Jeff,
My big brother…….He was a very caring person, always seemed to be there when I needed him and even a few times when I didn't. He was joyful, had a great sense of humor and a very hardy laugh. He was always thinking and asking about other people. I always loved to sit around and listen to his stories. We all had a different connection to him and we will all miss him in our own way.
Steve, Nicole, Zack and I will miss him tremendously. Love all of you and I am here if anyone needs anything. Love you too Howard, Your little sister, B
Howard on his wedding weekend
Michael Smead
November 28, 2011
Skiing in Steamboat Springs
Michael Smead
November 28, 2011
Ida, Mom & Dad,
So very, very sorry for your loss.
Howard was not only a big hearted guy, but a sensitive and caring brother. No one could have asked for better. Life will just not be as good without him. Edna and I will miss him forever.
Colin Williams
November 28, 2011
Dear Howard, We barely got to know you but could not forget your warmth and welcome last June. We surely thought we'd meet up again sometime ( you and Ida) to share more company and conversation. Our thoughts are with you dear Ida,- Howard was our ideal' All American Guy'.
With great sadness, Colin and Sheena
Hal Kushner
November 28, 2011
Dear Ida...Please accept our sincere and affectionate expression of condolence on Howard's passing. He was a prince of a man...genuine and kind, bright and sunny....always a gentleman...a special and charming man. We are stunned.
Hal and Gayle Kushner
November 28, 2011
Ida,
We were so sorry to hear about Howard. We hope that all the wonderful memories that you two shared will give you strength through the days ahead.
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Dave and Judy Smead
Mark Rodriguez
November 28, 2011
Ida, No words to try to describe how I feel about Howard and your loss.
Howard's bigger than life personality, kindness, humor and friendship is something that we will treasure always and miss tremendously.
Howard was one of a kind, and all of us who knew him over the years were graced and priviliged to be counted as his...and your...friends.
Kenny & Bruce Presley
November 28, 2011
Ida,
We are "so sorry" to hear about your loss. Howard was a wonderful man and friend.
If you need me for anything please don't hesitate to call 386-527-9187.
Love,
November 27, 2011
Ida, we are so sorry to hear about Howard. John & I have such fond memories of you both. Howard was always so full of laughter and joy. Hopefully those precious memories will help you through this difficult time.. Thinking of you. John & Teresa Howe (Telluride, CO)
Amber and Brooks Bartlett
November 27, 2011
Ida,
I am absolutely heartbroken to hear of Howard's passing. Such a cheerful and thoughtful man he was. Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences. We hope dear friends, loved ones and cherished memories provide some solice at this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Amber and Brooks Bartlett
Rachel Gill
November 27, 2011
I am so sorry Ida. He was a wonderful man, boss, and friend. He had a gentle and big heart. He was always patient and caring. Howard always asked me how my kids were doing and cared how I was doing. He was supportive and kind and I loved his big smile. Rachel Gill
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