Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, July 28, 2017 in his 86th year. Devoted husband of the late Thelma. Cherished father of Scott (Julie-Anne), Michael, Cheryl (Robert Johnstone), and Christopher (Angela). Proud grandpa of Lindsay-Marie (Jim), Ashley, Meaghan, Joshua, and great-grandpa of Liam. Loving brother of Robert (the late Kaye) and the late Norman (Connie). Howard will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his family and friends for his impressive woodworking and culinary skills. Friends may pay their respects at the JERRETT FUNERAL HOME, 660 Kennedy Rd., Scarborough on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm and Thursday, August 3, 2017 from 12-1. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 1 pm. Interment at Pine Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.