Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at the Plummer Hospital. Beloved husband of Maxine (Stephens) for 54 years. Loving father of Daphne Poirier (John), Jeffrey (Nancy) and Kelly (Kelly). Grandfather of Marty (Rachel), Jennifer (Todd), Jason (Kerry), Amanda and Ruby. Great grandfather of Hailie and Renée. Son of the late Alvin and Jessie Howson. Brother of Neil (Jo) and Bill (Hilda). Uncle and friend to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Sunday, October 14, 2007 from 6-9 pm. Funeral service from Willowgrove United Church, 55 Tilley Rd. on Monday, October 15, 2007 at 11 am. Rev. Bruce McLeish and Mrs. Helen Smith officiating. Memorial contributions to Willowgrove United Church would be appreciated by the family.
