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Charles “Charlie” Howell, 82, passed away May 1, 2021.
Charlie was born in Live Oak, FL in 1939. He retired from IBM, and was a member of the Masons and Shriners. Charlie enjoyed being around people, and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren were his greatest joy.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Doris Howell; children, Lianne (Paul) Reinhardt and Chuck (Kathie) Howell; grandchildren, Bryan, Allison, Alex, Allaina, Brett, Jolene, Claudia, Rebecca and Marissa; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Beth Flory.
A visitation will be held Thursday from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Gentry Morrison Southside Chapel, followed by a memorial service at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes.