Randolph F. "Randy" Howell's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Bristol, Connecticut

Randolph F. "Randy" Howell

February 2, 1951 - August 10, 2025 (74 years old)

Bristol, Connecticut

Randolph F. "Randy" Howell's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Bristol, Connecticut

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O'Brien Funeral Home Inc

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Randolph F. "Randy" Howell

February 2, 1951 - August 10, 2025 (74 years old)

Bristol, Connecticut

Randolph F. Howell Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Randolph F. Howell of Bristol, Connecticut, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Randolph left this world on August 10, 2025 at the age of 74, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Randolph F. Howell to show support.

As we bid Randolph farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Randolph is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Caleb Howell and Felicia Howell (Francis). He is survived by: his wife Maxine Howell (Headley); his children, Genelle Howell of Bristol and Randolph C. Howell of Bristol; and his pet Onyx. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to The American Cancer Society, donate.cancer.org, Alzheimer's Association, donate.brightfocus.org or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, stjude.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
O'Brien Funeral Home Inc



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August 21, 2025

John Perkins wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Maxine, I am saddened to learn of Randy’s passing. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you shared together. Death can never take a good man away, for, in the hearts of the people he inspired, his legacy remains and continuous throughout generations. May his soul find eternal rest. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John”


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August 20, 2025

Skycop385 wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences to you and your family. So many great times. Super Bowl at your home, working on same platoon, so many HCP and patrol events. Even when it was awful Randy before shifts end would turn event into positive lesson for all. From Troop H early days to Troop L the memories flood my mind and Randy's infectious smile would make everyone's day. I am truly blessed to have met, worked and seen what truly a great human being made by God is, Randy is with us all.”


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Aug 20

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O'Brien Funeral Home
24 Lincoln Ave, Bristol, CT 06010

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Aug 21

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Christ Church
45 Church St, Hartford, CT 06103

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