James Leonard Howard
September 29, 1947 — June 8, 2016
James Leonard Howard
James "Howie" Howard, 68, of Putney, died June 8, 2016 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by Jesse, Nancy and Bill, and a great friend, Tink. There will be a new bright star in the sky, for all to view. He was escorted from his property by his son and friend Jake, driving his 1947 Studebaker dump truck.
Born in Brattleboro, VT on September 29, 1947, he was the son of the late Wilmont, Sr. and Mary Howard.
In his own words, Howie would like to thank everybody who was in his life, be it for business or for pleasure. All contributed to his full and enriched life.
He was a graduate of BUHS, class of 1965 and remained active with his classmates for over 50 years. He was a friend to all who knew him and will never be forgotten! Howie was an entrepreneur, he owned the Quarter Moon Restaurant in Brattleboro, a grocery store in West Brattleboro and many rental buildings in the area. His homestead in Putney was his final endeavor and one for which he was most proud. He harvested trees from his land, milled them into lumber, designed and then built his home, an architectural work of art where he was able to live out his life in comfort, "Howie on the Hill". He was a Navy veteran and a member of the American Legion.
Howie was easy going and always had a joke to cheer you up and an opinion to offer, even if different from the majority-or maybe because it did differ from the majority! He loved gardening and just hanging out with friends. During his last month's many of his friends came to offer love, respect and hours of support. Thank you, to all.
He is survived by his son, Jesse; a sister, Nancy, both of whom stayed by his side from beginning to end, her partner Bill Chase; a brother, Wilmont Howard, Jr. and his wife Mary; a stepdaughter, Brandy; as well as, four grandchildren; a niece and nephew; two grandnieces and one grandnephew.
Calling hours will be Thursday, June 16th at the KER-WESTERLUND FUNERAL HOME, 57 High St., Brattleboro, VT from 2-4pm & 6-8 pm. A celebration of Jim's (Howie's) life will be held at his home at a later date. In lieu of flowers, gifts to honor Jim's (Howie's) life may be made to Eagles, VFW, American Legion & BUHS class of '65. Or simply live your life each day to its fullest, much the same as he did-"life is way too short to waste even a single day".
Born in Brattleboro, VT on September 29, 1947, he was the son of the late Wilmont, Sr. and Mary Howard.
In his own words, Howie would like to thank everybody who was in his life, be it for business or for pleasure. All contributed to his full and enriched life.
He was a graduate of BUHS, class of 1965 and remained active with his classmates for over 50 years. He was a friend to all who knew him and will never be forgotten! Howie was an entrepreneur, he owned the Quarter Moon Restaurant in Brattleboro, a grocery store in West Brattleboro and many rental buildings in the area. His homestead in Putney was his final endeavor and one for which he was most proud. He harvested trees from his land, milled them into lumber, designed and then built his home, an architectural work of art where he was able to live out his life in comfort, "Howie on the Hill". He was a Navy veteran and a member of the American Legion.
Howie was easy going and always had a joke to cheer you up and an opinion to offer, even if different from the majority-or maybe because it did differ from the majority! He loved gardening and just hanging out with friends. During his last month's many of his friends came to offer love, respect and hours of support. Thank you, to all.
He is survived by his son, Jesse; a sister, Nancy, both of whom stayed by his side from beginning to end, her partner Bill Chase; a brother, Wilmont Howard, Jr. and his wife Mary; a stepdaughter, Brandy; as well as, four grandchildren; a niece and nephew; two grandnieces and one grandnephew.
Calling hours will be Thursday, June 16th at the KER-WESTERLUND FUNERAL HOME, 57 High St., Brattleboro, VT from 2-4pm & 6-8 pm. A celebration of Jim's (Howie's) life will be held at his home at a later date. In lieu of flowers, gifts to honor Jim's (Howie's) life may be made to Eagles, VFW, American Legion & BUHS class of '65. Or simply live your life each day to its fullest, much the same as he did-"life is way too short to waste even a single day".
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