Orville Howard Obituary

The world bids farewell to Orville Howard of Big Rock, Illinois, departing on April 24, 2026 at the age of 71. Orville leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Orville Howard to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Burley Howard and Della Mae Belcher. He is survived by: his daughters, Kristen Howard and Lindsey Zambrano; his wife Diane Koplin; his sons-in-law, Rolando Zambrano and Rick White; his granddaughters, Alifaire and Ruth Zambrano; his siblings, Gillis Howard, Euna Velasquez and Glenda Sue Rey; and his cousin Harold Howard. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Orville's memory be made to Pine Mountain Settlement School in Bledsoe, Kentucky. Please visit http://www.pinemountainsettlementschool.com to make a donation, or Healy Chapel can assist with arrangements.