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I have so many fond memories of Howie and time spent with the Ehmans and the Adamses. What a beautiful tribute to Howie. He was a very talented craftsman indeed (thinking Mom's genes shown through here :)) and a gentle, caring person. I know he will be missed by all whose lives he touched. My prayers for the entire family remain steadfast in the coming days and months. I love this picture of him. It so captures him and his beautiful smile.
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Erin Allen
December 13th, 2020 at 1:21pm
Dear Adams Family,
Warren and I were so sorry to hear of Howie's passing. We pray you are comforted knowing he is where there is no pain or tears...only joy. We remember the saddle rack project that he spear headed for our 4-H club. He was so very talented and giving. Please accept our sympathy. Warren and Sandra Backus
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Sandra Backus
December 11th, 2020 at 11:40am
My deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire family. Prayers and love.
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Julie Backus
December 10th, 2020 at 10:14am
Kelly and family; please accept our most sincere condolences on Howard’s passing. As a good friend of Chris, we learned what a great guy Howard was and his reputation as a master Carpenter was well known throughout the community.
Our prayers are with Howie and the entire family at this time. May God strengthen and sustain you.
Best always, Dennis and Nancy Kugle
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Dennis Kugle
December 10th, 2020 at 8:13am
I will always remember Howie as a fun and energetic friend. Sadly, we lost touch as adults but I have so many great memories as kids through High School. I was always in awe of his great woodworking abilities. My condolences to all of you on your loss of Howie. Dennis Boehm
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Dennis Boehm
December 10th, 2020 at 5:35am
Charles and Mary Louise and Family, we send our condolences at this difficult time of the passing of Howie. God Bless, Joe and Rosie Dionise.
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Joe Dionise
December 9th, 2020 at 7:10pm
Jack Sanderson
Mary and I are saddened to learn of Howie’s passing. He was such a nice man. We have been “beach neighbors” for many years now. We alway enjoyed chatting with him (and his dog) when we met him on walks or bike rides. Our neighborhood will miss him. Our thoughts are with you, Kelly.
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Jack Sanderson
December 9th, 2020 at 5:39pm
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Howard Adams family. Our hearts ache for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. When we think of Howard, it is easy to smile. Howard was one of the good guys. A very good person to be around. We will all miss him. God Bless Howie.
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William Martindale
December 9th, 2020 at 4:01pm
Dear Mary,
I was so stunned to hear of Howie's death. I know you are beyond devastated. I remember the stories you told of your children back when we both taught at Brown School. I am so sorry that you have lost your son. Your memories of him will stay with you all your days, and based on his obituary, they will be wonderful memories.
Marlene Bruno Smith
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Marlene Luker Smith
December 9th, 2020 at 2:45pm
When my sister in California informed me yesterday of Howie's death I was lying down at the time, oh my goodness, what a shock. Howie was a co worker and friend, one of the finest, truest honest to goodness best people I have ever known.
May his wonderful family and innumerable friends find comfort in knowledge that he is in the arms of Gods Angels bathed in His holy light in heaven.
So very saddened by this. Ted Ziehmer
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Ted Ziehmer
December 9th, 2020 at 6:14am
“Howie Hugs” that is what I will miss most. Oh, and singing our hearts out to the loudest music ever!
What a true honor it’ was being a part of his life .
“He who creates true beauty ever lives.”
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Shelly Scameheorn
December 8th, 2020 at 11:45pm
I was so shocked to hear of this news about my friend Howard---my deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out for all of Howard's family. Howard was in my graduating Class of 1977 however, he moved from the St.Joe area while still in the 10th grade. I did not know Howard well during my school years. It wasn't until many years later around the year 2000 or so that I ran into Howard and his wife Kelly through a mutual friend and he came to a few of our St.Joe Class Reunions. During that time and over the years he was instrumental in referring me with some of his home clients along the Lake Michigan shoreline for the type of work I provided. Howard and Kelly were always kind towards me. And though I live 70 miles away from the St.Joe area, and if I was treating their house on a particular day, they always inviting me inside to talk for a while. He was always interested and asking me questions about my trade---and he always made me laugh. From time to time over the years I would run into Howard at a mutual client's house----he was an awesome artistic carpenter!!! Also, on several occasions I would usually share to Howard and his wife about the love of the Lord towards them. Life is short and precious.....God loves us all---everyone! John 3:16,17
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Mark Sperlik
December 8th, 2020 at 10:40pm
Our condolences to all of Howie's family. He was one of the finest, loyal,loving, caring men I was blessed to know in my life.It was a blessing to be able to call him a true friend. And for this I am very thankful . Him and Jeff made a major impression on my life.I Always looked up and admired them both , as well as the entire Adams family. May God be with you all.You will for sure be in our prayers.Rest in peace my friend . Don +Renee' Krumrie
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Don Krumrie
December 8th, 2020 at 6:40pm
We will miss you howard!!??
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James Fleck
December 8th, 2020 at 6:37pm
My heart is so heavy with the news of Howie's passing. Growing up with Adams family as our neighbors was one of the highlights of my youth. From babysitting, swimming in the pool and watching them play sports with my brothers. Chuck and Mary did an amazing job of raising their crew and probably had a hand in raising us too! Howie will be missed by all he came in contact with. May God bless and comfort all of you, with love and fond memories. Krist Wolff Buursma
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Kristi Wolff Buursma
December 8th, 2020 at 3:48pm
Sorry for your loss, so many fond memories in the old neighborhood on Trafalgar Drive and at Ferris State. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Adams family. Eric and Robbin Wolff
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Eric & Robbin Wolff
December 8th, 2020 at 12:52pm
So sorry to hear about this! Your family is very loved by this community, and the loss is shared by many. Love and peace to you all, sending prayers for comfort.
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Julie Ridenour
December 7th, 2020 at 8:24pm
Our sincere condolences to you Kelly on the loss of your beloved husband, Howie, and to the entire family, we are so sorry. Jim & Shirley Chapman
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Jim & Shirley Chapman
December 7th, 2020 at 8:16pm
I am so very sorry for your loss-I cannot imagine your grief..Mary, you were my Son Dickran Nahikian's Teacher at North Lincoln-My heart is with all of you....Prayers are being said for you all....Carol McLarty
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Carol McLarty
December 7th, 2020 at 7:21pm
