David C. Howard's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Chelsea, Michigan

David C. Howard

September 21, 1936 - October 18, 2025 (89 years old)

Chelsea, Michigan

David C. Howard's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Chelsea, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cole Funeral Chapel

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David C. Howard

September 21, 1936 - October 18, 2025 (89 years old)

Chelsea, Michigan

David C. Howard Obituary

The passing of David C. Howard of Chelsea, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 18, 2025 at the age of 89. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though David may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those David touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude S. Howard and Helen Howard (Stopher); and his brothers, Walter Howard and Arthur Howard. He is survived by: his children, Scott Howard (Allyson) of Winter Springs, Florida, Suzan Shay (Brian) of South Lyon, Michigan and Luke Howard (Eileen) of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Towsley All Seasons Room at the Chelsea Retirement Community (805 W Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118). A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Memorial contributions may be made to Elara Caring Hospice Foundation, PO Box 58, Jackson, MI 49204.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cole Funeral Chapel



Wed

Oct 29

Visitation

1:00 PM

Towsley All Seasons Room at the Chelsea Retirement Community
805 W Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118

Wed

Oct 29

Memorial service

2:00 PM

Towsley All Seasons Room at the Chelsea Retirement Community
805 W Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118

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