Joseph Edwin Howes

Joseph Edwin Howes passed away peacefully at his home in Luling, on March 24, 2020 at the age of 90. He was born on December 10, 1929 in Ponchatoula, LA to his parents; Henry and Katie Boyce Howes. He was the devoted husband of Peggy Adams Howes just shy of 69 years, together they created a loving family with five children. Father of Sharon K. Howes (late Dean Hagen), Wade E. Howes (Peggy), June H. Polivick (Stan), Billy J. Howes (Theresa) and Regina H. Allemand (Norbert). Grandfather of Bryan, Brad, Bruce, Bart, Glenn and Beth Howes, Brian Dufrene, Matthew and Andrew Allemand, Katie H. Jacobson and Tina H. Nelson. Great-grandfather of Parker, Logan, Ciara, Shelby, Kolby, Cullen, Emily, Braden, Samantha, Brianna, Brennon, the late Logan, Alyssa, Conner, Gracin, Mila, Alexis, Elizabeth and Joseph. He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings; Richard Howes and Hallie “Sis” Perrin.

Joe’s ability to make you laugh and his loving nature will be missed by all of those who knew and love him.

He was a long time resident of Luling. A founding parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church where he was known as the singing Usher. Joe was a Third degree knight of KC Council 9933 of which he enjoyed being of service to others. He was a member of the Busy Bees.

Joe had a ball bowling with the St. Charles Senior Bowling league. As part of the Crazy Pins team, they won many awards, but he mostly treasured the friendships.

A running score tab was kept between Joe and his Bride of a perpetual card game. He enjoyed the rivalry with her and anyone else who might drop by for a round of cards. He enjoyed trips to the casino and the crab buffets. He was a farmer at heart. He raised cattle and chickens for years - and kept a garden until now. Joe was proud of his harvest, he enjoyed sharing with family, friends and his wonderful neighbors.

Joe loved to dance. He had many moves that his children and grandchildren imitate often. But clear the way to the dance floor when his favorite song "Blueberry Hill" came on, he and his wife were first ones there.

He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1950 till 1953.

Joseph had many accomplishments in his life, but he was most proud of his family and the love they all shared.

Due to the pandemic, the family will have a private Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, March 30, 2020 @ Holy Family Catholic Church.

Family & Friends are encouraged to join them for a "Live Stream" of the service to honor Joe’s life beginning at 10 a.m. This can be done by following the link provided below. The service will appear when the live stream begins.

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCVdkqut7fCrtEPTxFTnuTcg

In lieu of flowers, Donations can be made in Joseph Howes' name to: Holy Family Life Center Building Fund. www.holyfamilychurchluling.com

Enjoy A link to Joe's 90th Birthday celebration @

https://allemandent-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/p/matt/ETfZdyC1_hlOu5umwbNvLLMBZMyOjNShAlHWh1iROsSKIQ?e=v8QyUd

To leave a shared memory for the family we ask that you please visit www.HCAlexander.com