Kenneth M. Howard, Sr.

Kenneth M. Howard, Sr., age 94, passed away September 14th, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born May 26th, 1930, to Elmer and Esther Howard in Carlisle, WA. Kenneth married Wynona Cook on December 23rd, 1950. Kenneth and Wynona settled in Matlock, WA, where they raised their four children, Kenneth Jr., Mildred, Margurette, and Kevin. Kenneth was employed in the timber industry. He was an avid hunter, and he and Wynona loved to travel to Branson, Missouri, where they visited 26 times. It was their favorite vacation place.

Survivors include his wife Wynona, children Kenneth Howard, Jr. (Renee), Mildred Richart (Dennis), and Margurette McDugle (Bob). Kenneth was preceded in death by his son, Kevin (1975), and his granddaughter, Julie (2009). Kenneth has four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

At the request of the family, there will be a private immediate-family-only service. He will always be remembered as a beloved husband, wonderful father and grandfather, and a friend to many.

“Yard those logs, Kenny!”