Earl Howard Sr.

Earl William Howard Sr., 57, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away suddenly after a long illness on Saturday, November 25, 2017. He was born in Midland, Michigan on September 8, 1960. He was united in marriage to Susan Wright on September 16, 1978 in Gladwin, Michigan. Earl had a great sense of humor and he loved telling jokes. He very much valued his friendships, and he loved reminiscing and visiting with family and friends. He was a very kind and gentle man and he adored his children and grandchildren.  He loved animals, and he dearly loved his fur babies, Morgan, Sara and Kizzy. His memory will live on in the hearts of his loving wife: Susan Howard of Beaverton; son: Earl (Tasha) Howard; daughters: Christina (Jeremy) Herren; Katty (Robert) Owens; son: Anthony Howard and (Katee Nentwig). His children blessed him with 7 precious grandchildren: Britney, Blake, Lillyan, Violet, Wade, Zoey and Caleb. He is preceded in death by his mother: Mary Bailey. Honoring the wishes of the family, cremation will take place and there will be no services at this time. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home Gladwin, Michigan. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com