MANCHESTER - Bert J. Howe, 89, formerly of Lancaster, passed away Tuesday morning October 7, 2014 at Catholic Medical Center.
Mr. Howe was born in Lancaster on December 20, 1924 the son of Harlie and Ester (Forbes) Howe.
During the Korean Conflict he served with the US Army and was stationed in France. For 35 years he was employed at the Wambec Mills, a manufacturer of fabrics, and then worked 10 years in custodial services for AIG Insurance.
Surviving family members includes a son Alain Howe and his wife Donna of Manchester, granddaughters Melissa Carder and her husband Heath, Megan Pothier and her husband Craig. He has two great grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren. and a sister Harlene Huntoon and he husband Bernard, along with several nieces and nephews.
His wife Jeannine Howe and his sister Mary Mezey predeceased him.
In his earlier years Bert was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed spending time with his dad and son fishing and hunting in the North Country. In his later years he enjoyed his retirement watching his grand children and great-grand children grow.
He spent his later years vacationing with his family at Moosehead Lake in Rockwood Maine. His son and daughter-in-law felt blessed to have him live with them for the last eight years.
A visiting hour will be held Friday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A service will follow at 2:00 PM at the funeral home.
Life Cycle Celebrant Wendy MacDonald of Randolph will officiate.
Burial will follow in Summer Street Cemetery, Lancaster.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Easter Seals New Hampshire Adult Day Program, 555 Auburn Street, Manchester, NH 03103.