Lonnie Howard (Buffalo)'s Obituary
Lonnie L. Howard age 68 passed away peacefully on Friday July 21st, 2023 at St. Louis University Hospital St. Louis MO.
Lonnie was born February 15th, 1955 in Cape Girardeau, MO. He is survived by his wife Sharla Howard; both of his parents; three sisters; three sons; four daughters and their spouses; 12 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
Lonnie graduated from Dunbar Highschool in May of 1974. The following month he began his 20 year tenure with the US Airforce. Lonnie served his country well, receiving many awards and medals for all of his brave and intelligent acts in the service. After retiring from his military service Lonnie moved to Buffalo, MO and retained employment at Prime Trucking in Springfield, MO were he retired after 21 years.
Lonnie enjoyed serving his fellow military comrades by devoting much of his time to the DAV Hall Chapter 62. He made a difference in the lives of everyone around him. He was chapter commander for 10 plus years overseeing activities and driving the DAV Van to support the veterans. In 2019 to 2020 Lonnie become Missouri State Commander of the DAV achieving a goal he had set for himself. Lonnie was also the president and founder of the Southwest Missouri Miata club.
Lonnie enjoyed driving his little sports cars and taking his wife on trips. When not traveling he enjoyed driving his boat, numerous projects around his home with his wife, family and kitty cats. In August of 2022 Lonnie was given a diagnosis of AML a type of Cancer. With the support of his wife and family he bravely fought till the end.
Services for Lonnie Howard will be held Friday August 4th 2023 at 2:00 pm at The Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Fort Leonard Wood with full military honors.
A celebration of life will be held at the DAV Hall Friday August the 4th from 6 to 7pm following services. 1100 Maple St. Buffalo MO. Refreshments will be provided.
Flowers, Cards and donations my be sent the DAV Hall in Buffalo, MO. Special Thanks to Cantlon Otterness and Viets Funeral home and DAV Chapter 62 Hall for there service.
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