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Dick Howard Obituary

Howard, Dick age 51, beloved husband of Sharon, loving father of Nicholas and Dana, dear son of Lou and the late Rosalie (nee LaRocca), fond nephew of Pat Paetsch and MaryLou (Richard) Oberheim, devoted cousin of Cheryl (Ron) Bellavia, Bill (Patty), Eddie (Joey) Barzowski, Tammy (Joe) Notaro and Jim Withers, fond uncle of Rick, Christopher and Jenna Olsen, Philip, Michael, Thomas, Joseph, Breanna, Anthony, Vince, Brian, Kelly, Kevin, Eddie, Jake, Taylor, Joshua and Danielle. Funeral 8:45 a.m. Friday, from Cumberland Chapels, Friel Funeral Directors, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge to, to St. Zachary Church, Des Plaines. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Plasterer Organizer/Rep for Bricklayers Allied Crafts I U. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-3410 or www.cumberlandchapels.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 23, 2008.

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DAWN OSINSKI

February 24, 2008

May I say I learned a lifetime of love and support when I became involved in your lives. I hope I can only continue to be a good friend during this difficult time. I will never forget such a great man, we will miss you Dick, love ya Dawn. I hope your puckering up!

Bob Hendry

January 29, 2008

Sharon,
I only knew Dick through my dear friends Richard and MaryLou. I know Dick's treasured memories will always live on and will always be a tremendous comfort to you and your family. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Denise and Keith Olsen

January 24, 2008

Our family prayers are with you at this time and we will always have a warm spot in our hearts for this man. He was a dear father, husband, and friend. He is not suffering any more and is in Heaven now.

Edward J. Miller

January 24, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Edward J. Miller
Retired BA of Tile Finishers Local #25

Janice Lubbering

January 24, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. My mom Shirley was best friends with Rosalee and her sisters. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janice Haack Lubbering and
Family

michael marras

January 24, 2008

my deepest condolences to sharon and the children.Dick was one of my favorite customers.I always enjoyed talking with him when we would come to do any yard work.
Mike Marras and Family

Bobbe Lhotka

January 23, 2008

Sharon and children,
Please accept my sympathy and prayers. I am a friend of Aunt Mary & Uncle Rich and knew Dick while he was growing up. Take care of each other and remember, Dick will always be a part of all of you. God Bless you all!

Tom and Joanne Maxwell

January 23, 2008

Our hearts go out to Dick's family. He will always be remembered as a great man who loved his family completely.

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time.

January 23, 2008

My heart goes out to the family for your loss, we were at the benefit you all had for Dick and was amazing how many peoples lives he touched. May god be with you all in your time of need. Sorry again for your loss.

Sandy Madrid
(Patty Barzowski's cousin)
Lombard, IL

Erin Maxwell

January 23, 2008

My heart goes out to the Howard family in their time of need. Dick was a great man who loved his family deerly.
Their family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Maxine Herrera

January 23, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

January 23, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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