Delbert Eugene Howell Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Delbert Eugene Howell (Ankeny, Iowa), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 8, 2025 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Delbert Eugene Howell to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Delbert Eugene's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Hoyett Howell and Lillie Howell (Dunn). He is survived by: his wife Doris Russell.
Visitation was held on Friday, May 16th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Ankeny Baptist Church (2842 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50023). A funeral service was held on Friday, May 16th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, May 17th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 11:45 AM at the Bradford Cemetery (210 N Peoria St, Bradford, IL 61421).
The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Perrin's Park at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 8508 Pelham Rd., Greenville, SC 29615 (please be sure to designate the gift for Perrin's Park in honor of Delbert Howell) OR to the Polk County Jail Ministries, Inc., 1985 NE 51st Place, Des Moines, IA 50313.
