GREG C. HOWARD
IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Gregory Charles Howard, 68, of Idaho Falls, passed away June 28, 2008, at Life Care Center of Idaho Falls of complications of a stroke.
He was born October 21, 1939, in Tacoma, Washington, to Harold Ralph Howard and Mandilla Blanch Hunter Howard. He spent his early years in Tacoma, then moved to Brainerd, Minnesota, where he graduated from high school.
He served in the U. S. Air Force for 20 years. Following his retirement he lived in Hawaii for 22 years, where he worked as a disc jockey. He moved to Arizona 11 years ago and lived in Apache Junction and Mesa before coming to Idaho Falls a year ago.
He married Lucile R. Andersen Baker September 4, 2004, in Gilbert, Arizona.
He was an active member of the Episcopal Church. He loved trains, planes, boating, and computers. Greg was an excellent pilot.
Survivors include:
Wife: Lucile R. Baker Howard of Idaho Falls, ID
Daughter: Darlene Elterman of Connecticut
Daughter: Denise Howard of Las Angeles, CA
Stepdaughter: Brenda (Kelly) Jensen of Gilbert, AZ
Stepdaughter: Linda (Steve) Gerard of Idaho Falls, ID
Stepdaughter: Terri (D. J.) Hill of Idaho Falls, ID
Stepdaughter: Cindy (Robert) Perfect of Idaho Falls, ID
Sister: Judy Steinkamp of San Diego, CA
1 Grandson, 20 Step Grandchildren & 12 Step Great Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Delores Howard.
A Gathering will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, July 5, 2008, at Kate Curley Park on East 10th Street in Idaho Falls.
Burial and Military Rites will be held in Brainerd, Minnesota.
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Condolences received online:
Shirley Klosterman
Wish to extend my sympathy to all the family. I lived at Desert Sun and still do. Will miss him - he was a great person and always so helpful.
Bernard and Beverly Hueske, DS Unit 421
He was a very good person as well as a great entertainer with his stories.
Cadet and Carman Thorp
Our deepest sympathy to Lucille and the family. Greg was always pleasant and fun when visiting with him in the DSC Office.
Desert Sun Condo #810
Robert and Becky Walker
Dear Lucille, We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. I'm sure you have some good support from your family, though. Let us know if we can help in any way. we enjoyed getting to know you.