February 24, 1934 – September 19, 2020
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of their father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend William Thomas Howell at the age of 86 years, on September 19, 2020.
William was born February 24, 1934 in Sydney Mines, Cape Breaton, Nova Scotia.
He moved with his family to Winnipeg in 1979, where he lived the remainder of his life.
William is survived by his daughters Anne Marie, Mary, sons William, John, Fred, Gordon, George and brother Kenneth, he was predeceased by his loving wife Arthena Marie and daughter Elizabeth.
He will be greatly missed by his children, Thomas (Christine), John (Lynn), Fred, Gordon (Cynthia), George (Myra), Anne (John), Mary (Paul) along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Due to COVID-19 a private family graveside service will be held to honour or Dad.
The family would like to thank the staff at Maples Personal Care Home for their compassion and excellent care they provided to our dad.
In lieu of flowers donation may be made in William’s memory to Cancer Care Manitoba.
12 thoughts on “William Thomas Howell”
RIP Pops ❤️
Love ya Dad we miss you, you are now in Heaven with Mom, Rest In Peace, we will meet again
Will love you forever poppy.
My family will cherish always the memories and you will always be held in our hearts. The family dinners, Bingo times, the birthday suppers, having you over for poker games and even got to bring you to a demolition derby that you loved. I always remember how my first daughter would light up your eyes whenever she came over and you swoop her up in your arms and call her papas girl. May you and nan rest in each other’s arms. Till we all see each other again
So sorry to hear of your dad..RIP uncle William..I am the son of his sister.marjorie(sister)..eddie.macdonald.Sydney Mines..❤
I love you so much dad I have been reflecting the last few days and you have been an amazing dad I will always remember your laugh and smile and the last 10 years of quality time together we have had with you we will miss you so much but your wish has finally come true you and mom are together again ???? thank you for always loving me until we see you again loving you forever ❤️
I was saddened to hear of Uncle Williams passing. He was the oldest of all the siblings and now only the youngest remains.
Though we only met a few times, the memories I have are good ones. Laughing and carrying on in uncle Nick’s kitchen. Listening to him, dad, and Nick arguing (jokingly) about one thing or another … I even remember him showing us the huge scar he had after his heart surgery. I remember thinking he must have been so strong to get through that … and at such a young age.
I hope fond memories keep your spirits up in the days and months ahead. Thinking about all the good times will help get you through. And remember to be there for each other. It will certainly help in these times of sorrow. And finally, I hope the brothers and sisters have reconnected in heaven. ❤️
Love Monique Cashin (Uncle Gordon’s daughter)
Love you Dad
Thanks for all the memories
Hockey games in the bedroom, yard sales, family dinners and painting together.
I remember the time we were painting and you got a hornet down your pants. I still piss myself laughing, picturing you running and pulling you pants down.
You were always a kind man and I enjoyed all of our conversations.
Thank you for always being there when I needed you.
I will always cherish our relationship and the fact that you took the place of my dad in so many ways.
I will keep your memory alive in our home and think of you often.
Love you and miss you
Look forward to seeing you one day
Rest In Peace Pops ♥️
RIP poppy. I know we did not see each other lots in the end but that does not say I did forgot about you. I practically lived at my nanny and poppy’s house growing up. I love you pop. You are with nan again and I am sure you are very happy. Take care of nanny up there and like Gordie says, we will meet again.
Heaven gained a beautiful Angel.
I will never forget the memories we shared over the years. I’ll miss you so much, Poppy ❤️
Rest in peace uncle William, Delores,s daughter
Condolences To the entire Howell Family.
Poppy was one of a kind and I thank you all for letting me know him. I remember he tried to teach me the cape Breton way of playing Rummy, took me a few years but think I had it at one point. Lol
He truly made me laugh and was always a highlight when I saw him.
He will be missed immensely. Much love and strength. Mary. Anne. Georgie. Gord. Freddie. Tom. Brian.
Lots of love
Pud xoxo