Peter Anselm Howard died suddenly Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Holland Hospital. Pete was born September 17, 1942 in Dorr, MI to John and Eleanor Howard of St. Mary’s Parish. He was the second of six siblings Mary Ellen (Gus) Weber, Pete, Paul (Fiona) Howard, Veronica "Riky" (Jack) Drenovsky, Mark (Diane) Howard, and preceded in death by youngest brother, Ted (Joyce) Howard.
Pete practiced real estate for 50 years and was a partner in Buehler Realty, Inc. He was named Realtor of the Year in 1991 for the Greater Regional Alliance of Realtors in Grand Rapids. His hobbies included golf, sailing, and cheering on the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Pete was also a member of the Knights of Columbus for 61 years and is a past Grand Knight at the Shower of Roses, Hilliards Council #4036.
He was preceded in death by his dear first wife, Jean, with whom he had two sons Michael (Deb) Howard and Timothy (Dawn) Howard; along with five grandchildren and multiple step-grandchildren. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Marsha, of 31 years and three stepchildren Greg (Davena) Ryan, Heather (Kevin) Parkin, and preceded in death by Gretchen Hodges.
Pete’s positive spirit will be sorely missed by the many people who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2021 at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home, Wayland Chapel, 312 N. Main St., Wayland, MI 49348, with prayers of the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 16, 2021 at St. Therese Catholic Church, 128 Cedar St., Wayland, MI 49348, with visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Pete will be laid to rest at Elmwood Cemetery. In memory of Pete and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Therese Catholic School Education Trust Fund. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.kubiakcookwayland.com.
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