Howe Sr. C.F.D., Edward F. age 61, 37 year member of the Chicago Fire Department, Firefighters Union Local #2 and B.O.B. Beloved husband of Wendy (nee Gardner), loving father of Edward R.F.F.D. (Cathy C.F.D.), Stephanie, Dennis, Alan, Stephen and David Howe, dearest Grampa of Allison, Abigail, Jesika and Edward George, devoted son of the late Daniel and Rita Howe, dear brother of Florence (James) Dembraski, Richard (Sue), John (Kate), William ret C.F.D. (Sue), Margaret (Drew) Hannah, Patrick C.F.D. (Pam), Thomas C.F.D. (Joanne), Theresa (Patrick C.F.D.) Donnelly and the late Daniel Jr. (Carol) and Rita Howe, a cherished brother-in-law of Mark, Robin, Andrew, Columbus, Ohio F.D. (Lorrie), Holly (Greg) Reinke and the late Richard Gardner, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews, and a best friend of Steve Bybee and Andy Brozyna. He will also be missed by the students at Seward Academy to whom he was a mentor. A Vietnam Veteran U.S. Navy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chicago Fire Department Burn Camp. Funeral Wednesday, 10:15 a.m., from Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home, 4635 S. Wallace St. (46th Place at McInerney's corners) to Holy Cross Church, 4541 S. Wood St., for Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. Visitation Monday, 6 p.m to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cremation Oakridge Abbey Crematory. Info 773-268-0703. 
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Tabatha and Jeanna
February 28, 2008
WE ARE DEEPLY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT EDDIE. WE TOOK CARE OF HIM AT SOMERSET HOSPITAL,AFTER HIS INITIAL DIAGNOSIS. OVER THE SHORT TIME THAT HE WAS WITH US WE REALLY GREW TO LOVE HIM. HE WAS SUCH AN CHARISMATIC
AND ENGAGING PERSON. SINCE THEN WE HAVE THOUGHT AND PRAYED FOR HIM OFTEN. YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. HE WAS CLEARLY LOVED AND RESPECTED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM.
JILL MEECE RN
February 22, 2008
WE CARED FOR MR HOWE, ON OUR UNIT IN LCRH, LAST YEAR. WE ALL ADMIRED HIS STRENGTH AND ATTITUDE. I AM SO SORRY TO LEARN OF HIS PASSING. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH MRS. HOWE AND FAMILY, AND I HOPE EDDIE GOT TO SPEND SOME TIME ON THE LAKE.
GOD BLESS.
Jim Flynn (CFD-Air Mask)
February 9, 2008
Eddie was one of the true characters on the fire department. His unique personality will be sorely missed.
GEORGE BAILEY RET. CFD
February 8, 2008
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF EDWARD. SORRY I WAS NOT ABLE TO ATTEND THE WAKE. A GREAT FIREMAN
Amber Zaker
February 8, 2008
Mrs. Howe and family,
My deepest sympathy to you. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Norma Flores
February 7, 2008
My deepest sympothy goes out to you and your family. May god bless you! Eddie "Thank you!" for being you.
Chris Kamerow
February 6, 2008
Dear Margaret and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy
over the loss of your brother Ed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May you take comfort in the many wonderful memories that you share with your family. I wish we could be there to give you a big "hug".
With Love,
Chris, Jack, Mollie and Ethan

Judy & Dannie & Nana Armstrong
February 6, 2008
Dearest Wendy and Howe Family,
Our Eddie "Bob" will be so deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of his company, enthusiasm for life, and wonderful sense of humor. I will always remember him joking around with another proud Irishman, my Mother. I know she felt a kinship with him because of his Irish spirit and also because like her own father, Bob was called to become a fireman. After meeting all the Howe family at calling hours we are comforted by your loving support for our Wendy.
Beatriz Trujillo
February 6, 2008
My deepest sympothy goes out to the family. Mr. Howe will always be in my heart as the wonderful, thoughtful person that he was with the staff and students of Seward Academy. He will be very much missed.
Joe Jamen
February 6, 2008
Eddie was always a delight to be around. Dedicated fireman. He will be missed. I enjoyed working at fires with him when I was on Engine 49 and later working with him in Support Services.
Danealle Kueltzo
February 5, 2008
Dear Wendy,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful Eddie. He was a "gem". I will always remember him playing ball with the kids on Seward's playground. He was a great role model for them. He will be missed.
Love, Danealle
Eduardo Acevedo
February 5, 2008
i will come to Pay my respects to mr. howe
Guadalupe Leon
February 5, 2008
Ms. Howe
I'm sorry for your loss.I only got to meet your husband a few times and he seemed full of excitement and happiness. He was very lucky to have you as his wife just as i was very lucky to have you as a teacher. I know many people looked up to him and we will all miss him dearly.
-your student
class of 2005
James Laurino
February 5, 2008
I believe this applies to Eddie...."God takes his best Angels first"He was strong in charater and a true person.God Bless to his family and those closest to him.Respectfully,James A Laurino warehouse 402
Tom Tafel
February 5, 2008
Dear Howe Family,
Very sorry to hear of Ed passing. I knew him for many years on the CFD. A great guy. He is in our prayers.
Tom Tafel CFD Retired
Michael Schoenecker CFD Ret. Trk 18
February 5, 2008
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Eddie. I have known Ed for a long time, He was a great guy.
Janet Gruben
February 5, 2008
Stephanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish all the wonderful memories as they will bring you much comfort.
With Love,
Janet
Rush Oncology Nurses
February 5, 2008
Mrs. Howe,
Edward was a wonderful and strong man. We enjoyed seeing him and will miss his sense of humor.
Michael Schoenecker CFD Ret. Trk 18
February 5, 2008
Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time. Ed was a great guy.
Scot Prihar
February 5, 2008
My condolences to the Howe Family, Ed will be missed.
Ed,
Don't forget to leave your $9.00 dollars at the first tee at Silver lakes
Joyce Barth
February 5, 2008
Mrs. Howe,
I have been thinking of you during this difficult time and was very sad to hear of your loss.
Sandy Sohn
February 5, 2008
Dear Wendy,
So sorry to hear about your husband.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly Noren
February 5, 2008
Dear Mrs Howe, I am brokenhearted to learn of your Dear Husbands death! He was a wonderful man and you two were a beautiful couple.
With love, Kelly from the ER.
Mike Sullivan ( Ret. C.F.D.)
February 4, 2008
Goodbye to a close friend and co-worker. I know God will welcome you into his Kingdom.
jim kroulaidis
February 4, 2008
To the Howe Family, I was very sad to hear about ED,I knew him for A long time.I will keep him in my prayers.jim krow
Joy Woelfle
February 4, 2008
Dear Howe Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Remember the good memories of Eddie and he will live in your hearts forever.
Love Joy & Sarah
Scott Birmingham
February 4, 2008
Ed, you were a very generous and wonderful person. You will be missed you had a great heart and were fun to be around . You will and always be a class act. God bless you. Scott Birmingham CFD
ART ROSENQUIST-RET,ADFC-CFD
February 4, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Billy, Cara, Brooke & Kelly Scanlon
February 4, 2008
To the Howe Family~
We are very sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you. Heaven's got a new angel. Eddie, Cathy & girls...our thoughts are with you. "Where there is love, there is peace." Love you guys.
Angela Baird
February 4, 2008
Wendy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Eddy was a great guy, he was such a good husband, I know he loved you very much Wendy. Seward activities would not have been the same without him. My prayers are with you,
Angela
JOANNE MILHAM
February 4, 2008
DEAR WENDY AND FAMILY WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF EDS PASSING.THERE IS A NEW ANGEL IN HEAVEN. SINCERELY MACIAS-MILHAM FAMILY
David Mitchell
February 4, 2008
John - sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Edward.
I hope everyone is able to cope.
Joy Woelfle
February 4, 2008
Dear Howe Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Cherish the good memories and Eddie will live in your hearts forever.
Love Joy & Sarah

Eddie & Cathy Dec 2007
Laurie Carragher
February 4, 2008
Wendy & family,
Our thoughts are with you, we will surely miss Ed's vibrant personality. Cathy & I were so glad to see you guys, here is a photo from that day,
God Bless You,
Your cousins,
Laurie, Cathy, & Rita
Gwen Smith
February 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the blessing of family love, bring you peace during this time of sadness.
RITA DURKIN
February 4, 2008
TO THE HOWE FAMILY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRYAERS AR WITH ALL OF YOU.
SINCERELY,
RITA DURKIN
Ginny Okulinski
February 3, 2008
Very sorry for your loss, may you find comfort in knowing that Eddie was always a kind and generous person. I will miss him very much.
Ginny
(Support Services)
joanne joseand bob milham- macias
February 3, 2008
so sorry about your loss. macias--milham family
Toni Miller
February 3, 2008
In loving memory of Eddie who was a big brother to me. My sincere sympathy to all of the Howe's. You are all my family and I hold you dear to my heart and send you my love at this difficult time.

Uncle Ed - Christmas 2007
February 3, 2008
Matthew Howe
February 3, 2008
Uncle Ed will be missed my many, but the memory will remain in our hearts forever.

Uncle Ed @ Quinn & Alison's graduation party June 2007
February 3, 2008
LeRoy & Kathy Samra
February 3, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Michael Kerr
February 3, 2008
To the Howe family,
I wish to extend my condolences and I'm sorry that I will not be there in person. I met Ed even before the Fire Alarm Office around 1978, when I drove the canteen and he would always go out of his way to say hello at an extra alarm! I will always remember him as a good friend and he will surely be missed by all!
Mike Kerr
(Former CFD FAO)
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