Howard R. Jodway

                   Howard Jodway  Howard Robert Jodway age 86 of Spring Hill Florida, formerly from Livonia Michigan. Went to be with his heavenly father on December 29, 2015.   He received sponsorship to attend Henry Ford Trade School in Dearborn MI. Howard served in the Army 101st Airborne division during the Korean War, in occupied Germany. Beloved husband and best friend of 61 years to Patricia Jodway. They met at Goddard& Goddard Co. Howard was a tool maker and Patricia was a secretary. They fell in love, married and began to raise a family.   Beloved father, of William Jodway, Jill Martyka (Daniel) and Jayne Fichtner. Howard is also survived by seven grandchildren Kevin and Rachel Jodway, Patrick (Kelly), John (Stephanie) and James (Patricia) Martyka,  and Rebecca and Joseph Fichtner. Four, great grandchildren and one angel. One brother Marlin and sisters Shirley, Darlene and Sharon as well as many nieces and nephews.   Howard was an avid hunter, loved fishing, boating and outdoor activities in his younger years in Michigan. He enjoyed spending time with family and adored his grandchildren. When Howard moved to Florida he transitioned to other outdoor activities such as Shuffleboard and riding his golf cart with his beloved wife and his dog Hershey.

Arrangements by

Merritt Funeral Home

Spring Hill Chapel

(352)686-6649

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