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1963
DIED
2016
Ronald Howell Obituary
He was born Feb. 6, 1963, in Wayne.
He was a career Marine with 24 years in the Marine Corps, being medically discharged in 2005, having been shot the third time in Afghanistan. During his career of counter-intelligence, he traveled to more than 50 countries, and had been directly involved in every war since Vietnam, earning the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah R. Howell, of Centreville; his father, Ronald (Joan) Howell, of Grass Lake; a sister, Donna (Dan) Foley of Wyandotte; a brother, William (Chrissy) Howell of Flat Rock; daughters Kimberly (Chuck) Thomson of Conroe, Texas, Valerie (David) Johnson of Orlando, Fla., and Allyssa (Andy) Garcia of Hilliard, Fla.; stepchildren Desiree (Pablo) Espinal-Albor of Sturgis, Devon J. Keeslar of Magna, Utah, and Danae (James) Steinburger of Schoolcraft.
He was blessed with six grandchildren who always brought joy to his heart, Charlie, Leila, Ashlyn, Madison, Brianna and Adryan.
Preceeding him in death were his mother, Patricia Ann Howell; and a nephew, Daniel Foley.
His wishes were to be cremated, with no service.
Condolences may be sent to [email protected].
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Terrence Flynn
April 23, 2017
Ron, we always had a great time together when we were on an op or an exercise. You were truly a Marines Marine! We learned a lot from each other. You will greatly missed from all that knew you. I will see you in Heaven and we can continue to exchange our times we had together. Thanks for the memories! RIP MARINE!
Billy Kerr
April 12, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. He was a stalwart Marine, a damn good friend. I'll not forget getting ready to jump. He had the biggest grin on his face. My given name is Billy. I preferred Bill. Ha not Ron he found out it ribbed me. I wasn't Bill, Gunny, Warrant Officer. I was Billy. You know you have a true friend when he takes the time to know all about you. I will miss you Brother. Semper Fidelis. Fair winds.
Neal Duckworth
April 11, 2017
Fort McCoy, Norway, Cherry Point, Sarajevo, Camp Lejeune--we had a LOT of good times and I will always remember some damn funny stories. I'm glad we connected these past few years to talk about the old days. You are missed. Semper Fidelis!
Tim Tope
April 10, 2017
Fair winds and following seas my brother and friend. SF Tim
Mark Monn
April 10, 2017
Fond memories. Great Marine. Excellent human being. Taken too soon. RIP brother!
Terry Zahniser
April 9, 2017
Ron, I'll always remember your cheerfulness and professionalism, brother Marine. Keep those streets up there clear until the rest of us finally join you, Leatherneck! Semper Fidelis! It's now your turn to rest with the other heros!
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