R Howard

R B Howard, 84, of Abilene passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 29, 2015 in Abilene.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park.

R B was born on May 5, 1931 in Abilene, TX to the late Ocie Howard and Mary Tune Howard. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. R B married Ruth Askins in Abilene on March 12, 1954. R B worked for Rockwell Inc. for 24 years before opening his own Machine shop, RBH Tool Service. He loved working with his hands and building and creating tools. R B loved technology and enjoyed TV and Movies, but his passion was his family. He will be dearly missed by those who were blessed to have known him.

R B is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruth; son, Russell Howard of Abilene; daughter, Vicky Howard of Abilene; Ricky Howard of Abilene; grandchildren, Misty Jackson, Tiffany Conder, Chelsea Block-Howard, Zoe Howard; great grandchildren, Brendan Jackson, Ethan Jackson, Talen Conder; sister in-law, Joyce Askins; 3 nieces and 1 nephew.

The family would like to thank Hendrick Hospice and especially nurse, Jennifer Kearney and aid Robert for their kindness and care of R B.

In lieu of flowers donation may be made in R B's honor to Hendrick Hospice, 1682 Hickory St, Abilene, TX 79601or the charity of your choice

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