Chester Willis Howard, also known as Chet or C.W., age 87, of Flagstaff, Arizona passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. Chet, the son of Chester and Elsie Howard, was born October 24, 1932 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was a proud Air Force Veteran and we are grateful for his service and dedication to our country. Chet was a man who was an open spirit that believed his own way. He developed a love of flight early in life and was the youngest flight instructor in Arizona at the age of 21. His life of flying continued with Eastern Airlines for 26 years before retirement.
Chet was lucky enough to find love several times in his life, blessing him with his three children: Bill, Chester, and Genna. Chet and Carolyn joined their hands in marriage in Creswell, NC on April 20, 1979. Chet enjoyed strolls in nature, listening to Relevant Radio and Fox Radio, reading, opera music, and deep conversation. His favorite things to eat were cheddar cheese, chocolate, and mint chocolate chip ice cream. Chet also loved his cat, Miss Kitty.
He was preceded in death by his son, Chester and grandson, Joshua. Chet is survived by his spouse, Carolyn Howard; his children, Bill and Genna; grandchildren, Will, Anna, Beth, Chester, and Jeri; and nine great-grandchildren. He valued his family and friends.
A celebration of life for Chet will be held Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301. Those unable to attend the services are invited to join the Facebook Live that will be streamed on the Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary Facebook page. Please allow extra time following the service to share more memories and a catered reception with Chet's family.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapeloftheChimesMortuary.com for the Howard family.
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