William "Bill" Howard's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

William "Bill" Howard

October 11, 1935 - March 16, 2025 (89 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

William "Bill" Howard's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

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Hamilton Funeral Home

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William "Bill" Howard

October 11, 1935 - March 16, 2025 (89 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

William Howard Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William Howard of Des Moines, Iowa, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on March 16, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clyde Howard and Ludeema Howard; and his grandson Luke Bush. He is survived by: his wife Phyllis Jane Brown; his children, Steve Howard (Mary) of Gainesville, FL, Sue Bush (Mike) of Des Moines, IA, Chris Howard (Melinda) of Columbus, MS and Jonathan Howard (Mike) of Larkspur, CA.; his grandchildren, Adrian Stinson (Drew), Lauren Wilson (Cody), Courtney Mathews (Chrissy), Morgan Bush (Klancey), Laura Dykstra (Josh) and Thomas Howard; and his great grandchildren, Mary Anderson, Julianna Stinson, Mia Wilson, Teddy Bush, Luke Dykstra and Grace Dykstra.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Fellowship Baptist Church in loving memory of Bill.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



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Mar 24

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Fellowship Baptist Church
1503 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Mar 25

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Fellowship Baptist Church
1503 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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