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Scott Howarth Obituary

SCOTT T. 'TIM' HOWARTH, 53 PECATONICA - Scott T. "Tim" Howarth, 53, of Pecatonica died Thursday, May 28, 2009. Born May 11, 1956, in Rockford, the son of Frank and Nancy (Nolan) Howarth. Graduate of Pecatonica High School. He married Debra L. Lapp on June 6, 1975, in Pecatonica. Past member of Pecatonica Police Department and Pecatonica Emergency Ambulance Association. Former president, coach and umpire for the Pecatonica Sports Association. Former basketball referee for IHSA. Former member of the Pecatonica Village Board. Owner of Howlen CNC. Survived by wife, Deb; children, Kim (Eric) Gassman, Scott A. Howarth and Kristin (Doug) Zissler; grandchildren, Michaela and Coleton Gassman and Brayden Zissler; brother, Ricky (Deborah) Howarth; and sister, Linda (Dale) Remmers. Predeceased by his parents. Memorial service at 7 p.m. Monday, June 1, in Pecatonica United Methodist Church, 528 Washington St., with visitation beginning at 5 p.m.; Curt Knapp will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family for a memorial to be established. Arrangements by Kenneth L. Countryman Funeral Home.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 30 to Jun. 5, 2009.

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Rick Meyer

June 27, 2009

To say I was shocked to hear about Tim's passing is a huge understatement. I only learned about it earlier this past week. Tim and I were pretty close for a while back in the mid-70's and shared some good times and memories. My sincere and heartfelt concolences to the entire Howarth family. You are very much in my prayers and thoughts.

Kim Stender

June 1, 2009

MY memories of Tim are endless. You were a second family to me while growing up. I'm still in shock and thinking of you guys every minute of the day. Love you all, Kim (Speers) Stender

June 1, 2009

To All the Howarth family:
So saddened to hear about your loss. You are all in my prayers. May you gain comfort remembering all the happy times you shared.

Pat (Meyer) Lupa - Genoa, IL

Jodi Yakowicz

June 1, 2009

I'll always remember the days of 'TH' on the Pec ambulance. Tim was a great guy and will be remembered as such. My condolences to his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Chad Ahrens

May 31, 2009

Kim, Scott and family, I am so sorry about your loss. Tim was a wonderful person. If you need anything at all please let me know.

Jim Stahl

May 30, 2009

Deb;I was totally shocked to hear about Tim. What an absolutely great guy. I really enjoyed working with Tim when we were at Rittmeyer construction. We all became so close in those years. My thoughts are with you and your family.

John & Sandy Hess

May 30, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of Tim's death. May your family be of a comfort to one another at this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Ginny Smith

May 30, 2009

Deb, so sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We are only a phone call away. love Ginny and Bob

Jim & Stacey Howard

May 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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