HOWELL, IRVING ARTHUR Irving Arthur Howell, aged 89, went to be with his Lord on Monday, June 4, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Madelyn. Surviving are sons, Thomas Howell, James (Anne) Howell, Charles Howell, grandchildren, Jeffrey, Thomas, Brook and Joel, sister, Arlene Parks, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Irving proudly served his country with the United States Navy, during WWII. Irving enjoyed traveling north, and helping out at church whenever possible. He was a drafter and operated Howell Designs for many years. He will be remembered as a loving father, and a patient and kind person. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 8, 2012 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 1120 Four Mile Rd., with Rev. Tom Page officiating. Visitation at Reyers North Valley Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Thursday, June 7, 2012 and at St Jude from 10-11 AM on Friday prior to Mass. For those who wish, please consider a memorial contribution to the Alzheimer's Association or St. Jude Catholic Church.