George B. Howard, 77, of Union Mills, Ind., passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021, at his daughter’s home in Union Mills, surrounded by his family.
He was born Jan. 19, 1944, in Jackson, Ky., the son of Barry and Laura (Howard) Howard.
George developed a love for fishing as well as hunting. He was the type of fisherman who would make his catch, then release. Funny thing is, he never really cared for the taste of fish. On the other hand, on his squirrel hunting trips to Kentucky he enjoyed eating his catch. George enjoyed bluegrass music, gardening and canning. He always loved spending time with his nephews and cousins, playing cards into the late hours of the morning. He was also a woodworker and would re-do the stocks on family rifles. But George’s true passion in life was his love for his family, his grandkids and his great-grand kids.
On Aug. 18, 1967, in Knox, Ind., he married Gladys Howard, who survives. They were married for 54 years.
He is also survived by his daughter, Patricia Stacy (Leon) Clark of Union Mills; five grandchildren, Leon, John, Tori (John) Boffo, Lucas and Logan; and two great-grandchildren, Holly and Heather.
George was preceded in death by his son, Randall L. Howard, and daughter, Loredith Howard.
The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, La Porte, Ind., on Friday, July 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A life celebration will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Ernie Milton officiating. Interment will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery, Kingsbury, Ind. A dinner will be served directly after the service at Landmark Baptist Church, 1604 1st St., La Porte.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in George’s name.
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