Howard Townsend Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Howard Townsend of Ruidoso, New Mexico, born in Arch, New Mexico, who passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Townsend and Margie Townsend; his siblings, Buddy, Richard, Gayland (Townsend Brothers Drywall Co), Bobby Townsend, Joy Love Gardner and Jacqueline Hope Rodgers Berry; and his son Eric Kent Townsend.
He is survived by: his sister Faith Bradley; his children, Greg Townsend, Susan Cada (Rich), Hank Townsend, Patrick Townsend and Sharon Townsend; his grandchildren, Katie Mahoney, Jacqie Craig (Cody), Joe Cada and Jake Townsend; and his wife Pat. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and great friends.
A rosary was held on Monday, January 20th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Eleanor's Catholic Church (140 Junction Rd, Ruidoso, NM 88345). A funeral Mass was held on Monday, January 20th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Eleanor Catholic Church (140 Junction Rd, Ruidoso, NM 88345). The inurnment was held on Tuesday, January 21st 2025 at the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church.
In memory of Henry Townsend, contributions may be made to Disabled Veterans National Foundation, Inc., Donation Processing Center, PO Box 2005, Milford, NH 03055-2005 or dvnf.org or to a charity of your choice.
