Racine – Richard Bruce Howe, 75, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Sunday, October 8, 2017. He was born in Racine on August 29, 1942, the son of the late Harry and Esther (nee: Erickson) Howe.
Due to his social personality he enjoyed working with the public, and worked many years managing the Kohl’s Food Store on Durand Avenue, and later as a Sales Representative for Dominik Beverages. In his free time he liked motorcycling, walking in the woods with his dog, and working in his yard. Richard was known to many and will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Richard is survived by his children Rick (Geraldine) Howe, Mark Howe, and Tracy (Mike) Saldana all of Racine; grandchildren Fallynn, Collin, Elijah, Derrick, Michale, and Andrew; brothers Dave (Jeannie) Howe and Jerry (Judy) Howe both of Racine, and sister Beverly (Ebby) Dertinger of Marysville, Washington; his former wife Marilyn Vandenberg of Racine; as well as many other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery (5600 Holy Cross Road, Caledonia) at 2:30pm on Friday, October 13, 2017, led by Rev. Richard Doering.
Robert Maynard says
He was a heck of a guy. I always enjoyed the time we spent together.
Mark Howe says
Dad, I’m going to miss you so much, you taught me to always believe in my dreams and do whatever it takes to achieve them. Also you told me to STAND up tall ALWAYS!!!. and to NEVER Neel, thank you Dad, love you ALWAYS & FOREVER ,you son Mark
Kim Butchko says
He was a great guy! He was the love of my life❤️
Always and 4ever Richard
Kim Butchko
Valerie Reams-Quella says
My sincerest condolences to Rick, Mark, Tracie and their families.
My family lived across the street from the Howe’s.
I have many wonderful childhood memories of Dick and his family.
I know my parents will be very sad to hear the news.
On behalf of the Reams Family we are very sorry for your loss.
John Andersen says
Went to school with Dick at Mitchell and Park. Was saddened to hear of his passing…A really good guy!!
Terri (Brown) Maynard says
Dick was always a great friend to me….funny, witty, caring and a joy to be around….we also could just talk. We shared so many laughs together…. Dick, you are in my thoughts and prayers….the Lord has been and always will be with you……..my thoughts and prayers to the family as well…..
Cindy Thielen says
My sincere condolences to Rick, Mark, and Tracy. I have so many great memories of Fun Uncle Dick. He was such a character and always made us feel welcome and loved.
❤️Love, Cindy
Mark Howe says
Dad ,were all going to miss you. I’d like to thank all that made it comfortable for my dad in his last days of life. Also I’d like to thank all that comforted my dad and I at his funeral ,rest in peace dad, I’ll never forget all that you had done for me. I love you dad.
The other Howe says
Dick, you were an inspiration for life. I will see you again
Tracy Saldana says
I really miss u dad, i will never get u out of my mind, i will always have u in my heart always & for ever. RIP. I Love U Dad. Your Daughter Tracy. Miss U.