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Brian A. Howell

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Feb. 21, 1962 — Sept.16, 2020 (age 58)

BOARDMAN — Brian A. Howell passed away on Sept. 16.

He was born on Feb. 21, 1962, a son of Earl W. and Helene A. Patton Howell. He was a lifetime area resident.

Brian graduated from Boardman High School in 1981 and attended ITT technical school for electrical and carpentry training.

He worked as a trim carpenter for Griggs Construction for many years. Recently, he has been working odd jobs in the upholstery business.

Brian enjoyed woodworking of all kind, especially building birdhouses. He was also passionate about fishing and hunting.

He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Helene of Boardman; his daughter, Briana Lyn Howell of Winston-Salem, N.C.; his sisters Karen (James) Thompson of Cortland and Linda (Robert) Vaughn of Boardman; his brothers Craig (Tracy) Howell of Hartville, Blake Howell of Cleveland and Kirk ( Darla) Howell of Boardman; a brother-in-law, David Wagner; and several nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his father, his sister Diane Wagner and his brother Bradley Howell.

Private services officiated by Pastor Russ Adams were held on Sept. 21 at Fox Funeral Home. Interment took place at Calvary Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to send condolences.

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This story was originally published September 26, 2020 at 3:06 PM with the headline "Brian A. Howell."