Howard Gaston Downing Obituary

Howard Gaston Downing, born on January 25, 1944, passed away on July 1, 2026. Howard leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jane Downing and Howard G. Downing; his wife Nedra Hollar; his children, Laura Kovalcik (Richard) and Thomas Edward Hollar; and the parents of child, Howard G. Downing and Jane Downing.

He is survived by: his daughter Margaret Tirkes; his grandchildren, John and Katherine Tirkes; and his sister Gail Morgan.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Howard's memory to the Flint Children's Museum or to the charity of your choice.