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Jan Howell Obituary
Graveside services for Jan Eric "Rick" Howell, 51, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 30, 2015 at Eudora Cemetery. After a long illness Rick passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at his home.
Rick was born November 22, 1964 in Ottawa, KS, the son of John and Connie (Altic) Howell.
He graduated from Eudora High School in 1983 and Flint Hills Vo-tech.
Rick enjoyed camping, gardening and being with friends and family. Rick worked in several nursing homes in the area as Activity Director, CNA and supply clerk. His current employer was with Grace Hospice of Topeka, KS. He has touched so many lives with his smile, hugs and humor. He is preceded in death by his father, maternal and paternal grandparents.
He is survived by his husband, Randy Flowers, Lawrence; his loving mom, Connie Howell, Eudora, KS, children, Branden Flowers (Brittany) Ottawa, KS, Kaitlyn Flowers (Sofie Bien) Ottawa, KS and Kim Sterba Lawrence; Brothers, Darin Howell (Dee Ann), Pete Howell (Cheryl), both of Eudora and one sister, Amanda Howell, Lawrence; three Grandchildren, Izabellah and Kynzlee Flowers and Vayda Sterba; many Nieces, Nephews, Aunts and Uncles and his dog, Maddy.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Grace Hospice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
The family will greet friends 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary-Eudora Chapel.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Chris and Theresa Abel
December 4, 2015
We were so sorry to hear about Rick. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Marcia Bagby
November 30, 2015
So sad to hear about Rick passing. He was always such a sweet, caring guy. Sending prayers to you all.
November 30, 2015
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during this time of sorrow.
Belinda Maples Base
November 30, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Howell and Flowers families. Prayers and hugs to you all.
November 29, 2015
Connie, I always enjoyed time with Rick and I know the quality of his work ethic was superior to most. I will cherish fond memories of him at Brandon Woods. He was a gift to us all.
Felicia
Carma Terry
November 29, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Karen
November 29, 2015
Rick will be deeply missed, he touched so many hearts, including mine. He will always be in my thoughts. May his passing be a blessing.
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