1960
2017
William Alan Howard, “Bill”, passed away peacefully at home on September 14th, 2017 after a brief illness. Born March 23, 1960 Bill was a lifetime resident of Annapolis. He enjoyed cooking special dishes for family gatherings and providing the Birch Beer. He also liked spending time fishing, crabbing and hunting with his friends.
He is survived by his beloved mother, Audrey W. Howard, his sister Dawn Howard Goodnow (Mark), his brother Wayne M. Howard (Holly), nieces Amanda and Rebecca Goodnow, Kaitlyn and Allison Howard, nephews Jason, Justin and Brandon Howard as well as many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, James Thomas Howard Sr. and his brother Lt. Ret. James Thomas Howard Jr.
A visitation will be held at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home 147 Duke of Gloucester, Annapolis on Monday, September 18th from 6-8pm. Another visitation will be held Tuesday, September 19th at 10am, followed by the funeral service at 11am at Eastport United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to Eastport United Methodist Church or the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
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September 22, 2017
Jennifer (Troutner) Cavanaugh
Mrs. Howard and Wayne,
I am so sorry for your loss of a loved one.
September 21, 2017
Randall Howes
Really gonna miss you Bill, Until we meet again. This guest book really proves you lived up to the name Phil and I gave you. (Hollywood) You always hung around and attracted good people Love you,your family and the friends we shared. Let's hang out again someday.
September 20, 2017
Joy Jarman
Hollywood,
I remember hanging out with you and the Hillsmere gang, Dickey, Ronny, Phillip, and the rest, when Elmo and Danny lived on Cedar Lane. I remember how nice and kind you were. The years pass and we all move on, but you never forget a good soul like yourself. I know that your friends loved you immensely. Rest in peace. I hope your family and friends find peace and comfort from the memories and good times they had with you.
September 19, 2017
Joan & Mark Arban
May God Bless you, Billy.
We will miss your good humor and conversation at family parties. And we will always remember how happy it made you to share your recipe for a favorite dish.
With Love and Prayers,
Joan and Mark Arban
September 18, 2017
Mike Risher
The times we had and the memories we made. You will be missed my FRIEND!!
Prayers to your family. Till we meet again.
September 18, 2017
William EARL DEBERRY
GOING TO MISS YOU BROTHER!! SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MRS.HOWARD AND FAMILY!! REST ON PEACE BROTHER!!!
September 17, 2017
Bev Paul
Dear Audrey and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I had many really nice conversations with Bill when I would call to find out when in the world you were coming home from one of your trips. I think we both enjoyed talking to each other. He will not be forgotten.
September 17, 2017
Chuck Leckinger
Bill, we had so much fun together. I will miss you and your always joyful outlook. I am praying for your Mom and your entire family at this time. I am praying that God will bring you home for all eternity. I will see you again some day, and we will tell stories and laugh together again. Thanks so much for being my friend!
September 16, 2017
Brad Ernest
Bill and I grow up together in are teens and twenties and I moved on. I would like to thank Bill for being apart of my life and help me be the person I have become. I didn't know it would hit me so hard. Bill, I love you man and I pray for your family and your soul to move on. I think I will play ironman now and then some Alice Cooper.
September 16, 2017
Friend
Judy Meyers
I love you Hollywood I will truly miss you and your stories you told over and over again(especially the one about the sleeping bag)lol you will always be a part of our family and in our hearts,you are the king of chicken wings we all have enjoyed.Rest in peace until we meet again,always your sweetheart ,Judy
September 16, 2017
Friend
lil'Phil Meyers
I will miss you and our sleep overs we always had a good time.I love you.
September 16, 2017
Friend
Joanne and Philip Meyers
Hey Bill,Mr.Meyers and I could always go on vacation with peace of mind because you were watching the house and Lucky.Love you and will miss you.
September 16, 2017
Friend
Philip Meyers
My crabbing buddy,my best friend since we were kids and forever.I love you man and I going to miss you.
September 16, 2017
Gona Ferguson-Ramsey
Aunt Audrey, praying for peace and comfort for you, Wayne and the rest of the family. Billy had the best smile and could always have a conversation about anything. Love and hugs to all of you xoxo
September 16, 2017
Lou-Ann Layman
Rest in peace Bill I have known you since I was a little girl, glad that I was able to see you thru the years as we grew older, you have always been funny, friendly and sweet you will be missed! Love Lou-Ann Layman (Stuller)
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