William T. "Bill" Howe passed away peacefully on Thursday morning. He was a loving husband of 61 years to his wife Mary Kay Howe, Father of Michael, (Jacksonville, FL) David (Ashburn, VA) and Patricia Howe (Charlotte, NC).
Bill was born in Detroit MI on 15 July 1934, the favorite youngest child of John Joseph and Mary Elizabeth Howe. He is preceded in passing by his five elder siblings, Kay, Pets, Jack, Rosie and Larry. Bill was an Army veteran who served as a cryptologic analyst during the Korean War. He wed the love of his life Mary on 18 February 1958 in Kansas City MO. Moving to Jacksonville in 1971, he worked for Barnett Bank for 20 years retiring in 1991 as President of Barnett Computing Company.
Bill dearly loved his wife Mary. After retirement they enjoyed many happy years traveling, going on cruises, trips to the beach and enjoying Bill's boat. Bill also loved chocolate and his six grandchildren knew he was always good for a Hershey's miniature, and a hot fudge sundae. He was also a loyal fan of the Detroit Lions and Tigers.
Bill loved anything mechanical starting work as a teen in a gas station garage in Detroit. He loved trains, cars, airplanes, ships and boats. Although Bill was a quiet and private man, he always had a kind word and witty quip for everyone he met. He treated everyone equally and lived his life to the highest ethical standards.
The family of Bill wishes to extend our sincere thanks to all those who have provided such loving assistance and care for the past several years.
Calling hours will begin at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 in The Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32223. A celebration of life will begin at 10: 30 in the Mandarin room. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this spring in Kansas City, MO.
En lieu of flowers the family wishes donations be made to Northeast Florida Community Hospice, https://www.communityhospice.com/give/
Arrangements are under the care and direction of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME OF MANDARIN, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025
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