Passed away on Friday, May 27, 2011 during a brief stay at Panorama Conv. Center. He was surrounded by his wife and children. He is survived by Barbara (Lovitt), his wife of 61 years, 5 children, Cathy Howdeshell of Shelton, Deborah McLain (Darren Eggers) and Toni LaFaire (Frank) of Olympia, Bruce Howdeshell (Carol Ann) of Florida, and Rebecca Watkins (Joe Fritsch) of Texas; eight grandchildren, Aimee Cazalet, Christina Howdeshell, Brianna Doyle, Ryan Doyle, Tristan Howdeshell, Bruce K. Howdeshell,II, Carlee and Madeline Watkins. Also 7 great-grandchildren. We would like to say a special "thank you" to the nurses and staff at Panorama Conv. Center for the wonderful care they gave to Daddy and the compassion that they showed our family.
