Melvin Gene "Mel" Howell's obituary , Passed away on July 11, 2024 in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma

Melvin Gene "Mel" Howell

October 19, 1948 - July 11, 2024 (75 years old)

Fort Gibson, Oklahoma

Melvin Gene "Mel" Howell's obituary , Passed away on July 11, 2024 in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Clifford D. Garrett Family Funeral Home

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Melvin Gene "Mel" Howell

October 19, 1948 - July 11, 2024 (75 years old)

Fort Gibson, Oklahoma

Melvin Gene Howell Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Melvin Gene Howell of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, born in Erick, Oklahoma, who passed away on July 11, 2024, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Melvin Gene's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Melvin Gene's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He is survived by: his wife Karen Stangle; his sons, Paul Howell (Lora) of Muskogee, OK and Bryan Howell (Alissa) of Wagoner, OK; and his siblings, Jane Bull of Mangum, OK, LeaAnn Carrol (Rod) of St. Cloud, FL, Virginia Swirczynski (Kevin) of Texas and Butch Howell (Patti) of Chickasaw, OK.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Clifford D. Garrett Family Funeral Home



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July 15, 2024

Debbie Boyattia-Jones wrote a sympathy message

“Prayers of peace and comfort to you, Mrs. Howell and your entire family. He fought a good fight. Debbie Boyattia-Jones”


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July 16

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Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home and Crematory
1020 W Okmulgee Ave, Muskogee, OK 74401

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July 17

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Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel
1020 W Okmulgee Ave, Muskogee, OK 74401

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July 17

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1423 Cemetery Rd, Fort Gibson, OK 74434

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