BROTHER Howard Lee WINSTON, was born November 15, 1938 to the late Robert Winston, Sr. and Eva Winston of Rayville, Louisiana. He resided in his hometown of Rayville, until he relocated to Seattle, Washington in 1964.
Once arriving in Seattle, Howard quickly became a productive member of the community working several jobs until he landed his ideal job at the Boeing Company. Howard retired from the Boeing company in 1993 after 25 years of dedicated service.
Howard was a quiet humble man who kept to himself most of the time, but that did not diminish the love he had for his family. He enjoyed talking on the phone, discussing the latest gossip regarding what was happening in Seattle as well as hearing about news from his hometown of Rayville.
In addition to his parents, Howard was preceded in death by his brothers Roy Winston (Lois), Willie Winston (Izola), & Robert Winston, Jr. (Barbara).
Howard peacefully passed away at his home on September 8, 2021 with his loving family at his side. He is survived by six of his siblings: Alonzo (Velena), Lemmie (Ora), Samuel, Abe, Odesta, and Anna; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A visitation for Howard will be held Friday, October 1, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, 11111 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133.
Funeral service will occur Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 11:00 AM, with visitation 10:00 AM prior at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, tribute center chapel.
Howard will be laid to rest in Evergreen Washelli Cemetery, following the service.