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Lincoln, RI - Lincoln, RI – Robert P. Howe (Ret. Major USMC), 60, of Lincoln, RI passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 14, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Carol E. (Scarpaci) Howe.
Born in Lowell, MA, a son of Mary Frances (Crowley) Howe of Milford, MA and the late James E. Howe, he had lived in Lincoln, RI for the past 30 years.
Mr. Howe received his Bachelor's Degree from the College of the Holy Cross and his MBA from Babson College.
He was an account executive for International Group Insurance for John Hancock Insurance Company for the past 30 years.
A 20-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he served in Desert Storm and retired with the rank of Major.
Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by his loving children, Margaret K. Howe of Providence, RI, Redmond F. Howe of Johnston, RI, and Michael T. and Patrick K. Howe, both of Lincoln, RI; two brothers, James E. Howe, Jr. of Shrewsbury, MA and Timothy J. Howe of Hooksett, NH; one sister, Mary F. Cornell of Milford, MA; and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral will be held Monday, November 19 at 8:30 A.M. from Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Road, Lincoln, RI with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in St. Ambrose Church, Albion, RI. His burial, with military honors, will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Cumberland, RI.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call Sunday 2-5 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Howe's memory to The Holy Cross Fund at The College of the Holy Cross, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA 01610 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.
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Dan Dailey
April 14, 2019
Missed by classmate Daniel Dailey, Holy Cross class of 1980.
Jim Fryer
December 9, 2018
From a high school classmate, my condolences to Bob's family and friends.
Eileen Langevin
November 28, 2018
I'm very sorry for your loss. May the Peace of God be with you all during this difficult time. God Speed.
Edward Hudson
November 19, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences at this time
Jeanmarie Schirling
November 19, 2018
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family at this most difficult time. Sending love and blessings from the Schirling family!
Stephen Bracken
November 18, 2018
I was a classmate of Bob's at Holy Cross. We were both Marine Options' in the NROTC unit. We also served together at 2/12 in Okinawa. Bob was a real quality prrson and will be greatly missed. I am sorry I will not be able to attend his funeral, as I am on business travel overseas. Very, very sorry about his passing. Semper Fi. Stephen Bracken
November 17, 2018
"Fair winds and following seas," Shipmate. Bob Shea '80 (Ret., LCDR, USN)
November 16, 2018
Thank you for your service. A grateful American.
Patrick Donohue
November 16, 2018
Redmond, I very sorry for the loss of your Dad. May he Rest In Peace
The Staff of Bellows-Falso Funeral Home
November 15, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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