Melvin J. Howell
July 25, 1938 - March 21, 2021
Melvin J. Howell was born in Newark, New Jersey. As a young man, Melvin would serve his country in the National Guard and afterwards, go on to work as a manufacturing engineer before retiring. In 2013, Melvin and his wife of over 50 years, Gloria Paula Howell, would move from their home in Newtown, PA to The Villages in Florida. Melvin passed away Sunday, March 21, 2021 to join Gloria in heaven. He is survived by his sons – Stephen H. (Lee Ann) Howell; and Michael J. (Pam) Howell; a daughter – Michele A. Howell; 6 grandchildren – Michael, Jr., Nicole, Brittany, Lee, Dylan, and Austin; 4 great-grandchildren – Michael, III, Jacob, Zachary and McKenna. As per Melvin's request, please consider making memorial contributions to: National MS Society P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163, or The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Irish blessing May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Melvin J. Howell was born in Newark, New Jersey. As a young man, Melvin would serve his country in the National Guard and afterwards, go on to work as a manufacturing engineer before retiring. In 2013, Melvin and his wife of over 50 years, Gloria... View Obituary & Service Information