Howard Edward McGuirt, 97, of Waxhaw went Home to be with the Lord on February 14, 2021.
He was born in Union County on November 12, 1923 to the late David and Nora McGuirt. Howard retired from over 35 years of service with Mecklenburg County as a Vehicle Maintenance Manager. He was a fanatic when it came to cars, trucks and anything mechanical. Howard was active and hardworking - he loved to be around people and never met a stranger. Howard loved the Lord and was a longtime member of Bonds Grove United Methodist Church. In his later years, he attended Central Baptist Church in Wesley Chapel.
Howard is predeceased by his loving wife of 67 years, Ruby Cook McGuirt; sister, Sarah McClain and brother, Robert "Bo" McGuirt. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Crook; son-in-law, Daniel Crook, brother Neal McGuirt and sister, Bobbi Helms.
A Graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 2:00 pm at the Bonds Grove UMC Cemetery.
McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe is serving the family.