Howard was retired from Iron Workers Local 392.
He was a member of Ainad Shrine, where he served a term as Potentate and as past president of the Director's Staff. He was also a member of Southern Illinois Court 86 R.O.J., Scottish Rite Bodies, and East Lodge 504 AF & AM.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Max Hudzik, Elsie Bartosz, nee Roth, stepfather, Michael Bartosz, and mother-in-law Kathryn Tedford-Luedke.
He is survived by his wife and best friend Michelle Hudzik; his brother, Robert R. (Alma)Hudzik of Mt. Olive, IL; brother-in-law Douglas (Julie) Tedford of Belleville, IL; nephews Samual Tedford, Robert Hudzik, Daniel Hudzik; niece Christen Hudzik; and many special friends.
Per Howard's request, no services will be held. Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital or a charity of the donor's choice.