Gerald Howe

HOWE, GERALD A. "JERRY"

Plainwell, Michigan

Died Tuesday, March 13, 2012 in Kalamazoo. Jerry was born July 10, 1947 in Kalamazoo to Aaron and Esther (Johnson) Howe and was a lifelong resident of the area. He was a graduate of Otsego High School and during the Vietnam War served his country in the U.S. Marines. For many years he was employed in the paper industry and during his leisure time enjoyed watching sports. Surviving are a son and a daughter, Gerald 'Jerry' Howe, II of Plainwell and Rebecca (Adam Posther) Howe of Kalamazoo; siblings, Barbara (Bob) Rietkerk of Kalamazoo, Joann West of Alamo, John (Donna) Howe of Grand Junction, Janet (Ray) Penn of Portage, David Howe of Las Vegas and Kenny (Phyllis) Howe of Alamo; many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were three brothers and two sisters, Aaron, Sondra, Harold, Norrine and James. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Contributions in memory of Jerry may be made to V.F.W. Post #3030