Dennis J. Howard Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Dennis J. Howard of Freeport, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 30, 2026 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Howard and Rosann Howard; his wife Louise; his siblings, Kenneth Howard and Connie Howard; and his grandparents, Magdeline Lala, James Lala and Louise Howard.
He is survived by: his daughter Jodie Ruden (Kevin Soderholm); his grandchildren, Alexis Ruden, Shawn Ruden, Hailey Ruden, Jeffery Zielinski (Elizabeth) and AJ Soderholm (Becca); his great grandchild Lennyx Zielinski; his siblings, Patricia Paschke (Robert) and William Howard; and his aunt Pat Zotto. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
