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Robert Eugene Howard Jr.

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HOWARD Robert Eugene Jr. Robert Eugene Howard Jr., age 58, of Delta, Ohio, passed away Monday morning, September 8, 2008, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 21, 1950, in Findlay, Ohio to Robert and Irene (Miller-Cieslewicz) Howard. He served in United States Marines and was a Vietnam Veteran. Robert married Sue Anna Mills on September 10, 1982. Robert was a machine operator for the Parker Hannifin Corporation in Metamora, Ohio Robert was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State football teams. He also enjoyed trivia and watching Jeopardy. Robert loved the rural country life. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Sue; mother, Irene (Ronald) Cieslewicz; sons, Jarrid Howard and Jonathon Edward Howard; siblings, Kenneth (Laura) Howard, Cathleen (Brian) Craig, Mary Jo (Norb) Boxhorn, Balinda (Gary) Miller, Joanie (Blaque) Bauman, Frank (Charise) Howard; step-brother, Joe (Annette) Cieslewicz, as well as several nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his father, Robert Eugene Howard, Sr.. Friends and family may visit Wednesday, September 10th from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home in Swanton. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 11th in the funeral home, with Rev. Donna Stutzman officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurses & Hospice of Williams & Fulton Counties. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at: www.weigelfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Blade on Sep. 9, 2008.

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Autumn Smith

September 12, 2008

Mom Ryan and John

My thoughts go out to you and the rest of the family you are like family to me and he was like a father figure to me.

Love you all

Sheryl Kline

September 11, 2008

Howie and Family- My thoughts and prayers are with you- I lost my Dad a few years ago and I know its hard. So very sorry for your loss.

Elliot Craig

September 10, 2008

Grandma, Grandpa, Sue, and family,
I am very sorry to hear about Uncle Bobby. I wish you all the best in this hard time, and I am sorry that I cannot be there, and hope to see you all at Christmas.
Love,
Elliot

Mary Beth Nelson

September 10, 2008

Uncle Ron, Aunt Irene, and family,

I am sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I know this is tough on all of you. At least he is no longer suffering and is God's good hands. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Mary Beth (Miller), Pat, and family

Bettejean Hulbirt

September 9, 2008

Hi Sue,

I wish that I had the words to help ease the sting of what you're going through; since I don't..just breathe and know how much you mean to me.
Love,
Bj

Mary & Gene Zapadka

September 9, 2008

Irene, Ron and family,

May God give you peace in knowing that your son no longer suffers any pain and is resting in the arms of Jesus. We continue to pray for all of you and hope to see you soon. May you take comfort in God's Mercy and Love.

Jerry & Doris Meidt

September 9, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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