Charles Gilbert Howard, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.
Chuck was born in Waterloo, Indiana, at his maternal grandparents' home, to Herbert and Dorothy (Bonecutter) Howard. They preceded him in death.
He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1951.
He married Karen Kline Howard on Sept. 10, 1952, at St. John's Church of Christ in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The highlight of his high school years was when he was a senior and captain of the varsity basketball team and won the championship of the Steuben County basketball tournament. The Hamilton Marines were the underdog that day.
After his time in the Army, Chuck returned home to join his father, Herb on the family farm. Howard Farms continues this legacy operated by his son, Charles W. Howard and his grandchildren, Herbert W. and Charles D. Howard.
In 1972, Chuck started his career in the insurance business, founding the Howard Insurance Agency. Chuck and his daughter, Dawn and son-in-law, Dennis, worked together until his retirement in 2020. Howard Insurance is now in its 50th year of business.
Chuck was a member of Hamilton United Methodist Church, The Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Valley of Fort Wayne, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton American Legion Post 467, The Florida Flywheelers, a Squire of Jack Daniel Distillery and the Wing Family of America.
Chuck and Karen enjoyed traveling, spending many winters in Florida. Together they have been to 48 States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. He enjoyed making new friends and never met a stranger. Most important of all, Chuck valued family. His love for them had no boundaries.
Chuck loved Hamilton and was a civic-minded citizen who supported many organizations. He was a willing landowner who made room for Fish Creek Trails. He helped provide support, guidance and donated property to this and many other projects.
The Fee-Howard Wetlands is a nature preserve named for John Fee, Hamilton's first settler and his descendent Chuck Howard.
Wife of almost 70 years, Karen Howard; son, Charles W. (Nila) Howard; daughter, Dawn (Dennis) Mullins, all of Hamilton; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Military Graveside Rites will be accorded at Hamilton Cemetery, by Hamilton American Legion Post 467.
Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Hamilton, Indiana.
Chuck was born in Waterloo, Indiana, at his maternal grandparents' home, to Herbert and Dorothy (Bonecutter) Howard. They preceded him in death.
He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1951.
He married Karen Kline Howard on Sept. 10, 1952, at St. John's Church of Christ in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The highlight of his high school years was when he was a senior and captain of the varsity basketball team and won the championship of the Steuben County basketball tournament. The Hamilton Marines were the underdog that day.
After his time in the Army, Chuck returned home to join his father, Herb on the family farm. Howard Farms continues this legacy operated by his son, Charles W. Howard and his grandchildren, Herbert W. and Charles D. Howard.
In 1972, Chuck started his career in the insurance business, founding the Howard Insurance Agency. Chuck and his daughter, Dawn and son-in-law, Dennis, worked together until his retirement in 2020. Howard Insurance is now in its 50th year of business.
Chuck was a member of Hamilton United Methodist Church, The Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Valley of Fort Wayne, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton American Legion Post 467, The Florida Flywheelers, a Squire of Jack Daniel Distillery and the Wing Family of America.
Chuck and Karen enjoyed traveling, spending many winters in Florida. Together they have been to 48 States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. He enjoyed making new friends and never met a stranger. Most important of all, Chuck valued family. His love for them had no boundaries.
Chuck loved Hamilton and was a civic-minded citizen who supported many organizations. He was a willing landowner who made room for Fish Creek Trails. He helped provide support, guidance and donated property to this and many other projects.
The Fee-Howard Wetlands is a nature preserve named for John Fee, Hamilton's first settler and his descendent Chuck Howard.
Wife of almost 70 years, Karen Howard; son, Charles W. (Nila) Howard; daughter, Dawn (Dennis) Mullins, all of Hamilton; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Military Graveside Rites will be accorded at Hamilton Cemetery, by Hamilton American Legion Post 467.
Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Hamilton, Indiana.
Charles Gilbert Howard, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.
Chuck was born in Waterloo, Indiana, at his maternal grandparents' home, to Herbert and Dorothy (Bonecutter) Howard. They preceded him in death.
He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1951.
He married Karen Kline Howard on Sept. 10, 1952, at St. John's Church of Christ in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The highlight of his high school years was when he was a senior and captain of the varsity basketball team and won the championship of the Steuben County basketball tournament. The Hamilton Marines were the underdog that day.
After his time in the Army, Chuck returned home to join his father, Herb on the family farm. Howard Farms continues this legacy operated by his son, Charles W. Howard and his grandchildren, Herbert W. and Charles D. Howard.
In 1972, Chuck started his career in the insurance business, founding the Howard Insurance Agency. Chuck and his daughter, Dawn and son-in-law, Dennis, worked together until his retirement in 2020. Howard Insurance is now in its 50th year of business.
Chuck was a member of Hamilton United Methodist Church, The Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Valley of Fort Wayne, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton American Legion Post 467, The Florida Flywheelers, a Squire of Jack Daniel Distillery and the Wing Family of America.
Chuck and Karen enjoyed traveling, spending many winters in Florida. Together they have been to 48 States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. He enjoyed making new friends and never met a stranger. Most important of all, Chuck valued family. His love for them had no boundaries.
Chuck loved Hamilton and was a civic-minded citizen who supported many organizations. He was a willing landowner who made room for Fish Creek Trails. He helped provide support, guidance and donated property to this and many other projects.
The Fee-Howard Wetlands is a nature preserve named for John Fee, Hamilton's first settler and his descendent Chuck Howard.
Wife of almost 70 years, Karen Howard; son, Charles W. (Nila) Howard; daughter, Dawn (Dennis) Mullins, all of Hamilton; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Military Graveside Rites will be accorded at Hamilton Cemetery, by Hamilton American Legion Post 467.
Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Hamilton, Indiana.
Chuck was born in Waterloo, Indiana, at his maternal grandparents' home, to Herbert and Dorothy (Bonecutter) Howard. They preceded him in death.
He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1951.
He married Karen Kline Howard on Sept. 10, 1952, at St. John's Church of Christ in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The highlight of his high school years was when he was a senior and captain of the varsity basketball team and won the championship of the Steuben County basketball tournament. The Hamilton Marines were the underdog that day.
After his time in the Army, Chuck returned home to join his father, Herb on the family farm. Howard Farms continues this legacy operated by his son, Charles W. Howard and his grandchildren, Herbert W. and Charles D. Howard.
In 1972, Chuck started his career in the insurance business, founding the Howard Insurance Agency. Chuck and his daughter, Dawn and son-in-law, Dennis, worked together until his retirement in 2020. Howard Insurance is now in its 50th year of business.
Chuck was a member of Hamilton United Methodist Church, The Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Valley of Fort Wayne, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton American Legion Post 467, The Florida Flywheelers, a Squire of Jack Daniel Distillery and the Wing Family of America.
Chuck and Karen enjoyed traveling, spending many winters in Florida. Together they have been to 48 States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. He enjoyed making new friends and never met a stranger. Most important of all, Chuck valued family. His love for them had no boundaries.
Chuck loved Hamilton and was a civic-minded citizen who supported many organizations. He was a willing landowner who made room for Fish Creek Trails. He helped provide support, guidance and donated property to this and many other projects.
The Fee-Howard Wetlands is a nature preserve named for John Fee, Hamilton's first settler and his descendent Chuck Howard.
Wife of almost 70 years, Karen Howard; son, Charles W. (Nila) Howard; daughter, Dawn (Dennis) Mullins, all of Hamilton; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Military Graveside Rites will be accorded at Hamilton Cemetery, by Hamilton American Legion Post 467.
Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Hamilton, Indiana.
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