Howard Despaw Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Howard Despaw (Norfolk, New York), who passed away on January 18, 2020, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Howard Despaw to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Howard G. Despaw and Margaret Despaw (Donie); and his sisters, Nancy Purves and Joan James. He is survived by : his wife Sylvia Ann Davis; his children, Shari, Jim Hartigan, Shelly M. Despaw, Sean, Michelle Despaw, Sharlene and Scott Lantry; his grandchildren, Shawn C. (Jodie), Shannon, Lisa (Matt), Sean Michael, Lee, Jessica, Alex, Amy, Nathaniel (Emily), Andrew L., Emily L. and Erin L.; his great grandchild Paul Robert; and his siblings, Sally French of East Syracuse, Billy, Midge Kovach, Terry, Naomie Despaw, Robert and Pat Despaw. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers those wishing may consider donations to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley or Massena Senior Citzens, 61 Beach Street, Massena, New York 13662.
