Cheryl Anne Howard Obituary
We bid farewell to Cheryl Anne Howard of West Springfield, Massachusetts, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 13, 2026 at the age of 81. Cheryl touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cheryl Anne Howard to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Douglas Childs and Barbara Childs (Daggett); her sister Candace Murray; her son-in-law Patrick Riordan; and her in-laws, Thomas and Elinore Howard.
She is survived by: her husband Al Howard; her children, Colleen French (Matt), Kathleen Michalek (Kevin), Maureen Riordan (late Pat), Michael Howard and Shaughn Howard (Leslie Nielsen); her grandchildren, Nathan, Connor, Tim French, Jessica, Abigail Michalek (Jenna), Shanna Miller (Bryan), Kaitlyn Martin (Chris), Tiffany Howard, Colleen, Kelly and Brian Riordan (Deanna); her great grandchildren, Eric Howard-Littman, Caleb Tallis, Charlotte, Harper Landry, Fallyn Riordan, Padraig Riordan, Declan Filippone, Sophie and Hannah Riordan; her siblings-in-law, Elinore Howard and Thomas Howard (Joanie); her aunt Milanne Cassidy; her nieces and nephews, Brendon (Heather), Brian, Allison, Ashley Murray and Thomas Howard (Tara); her close friend Dori; and her friend Maryanne. She is also survived by many cousins and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to her daughter Colleen's Fight Against Ovarian Cancer GoFundMe or a charity of your choice.
