Jan Eric “Rick” Howell
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Graveside services for Jan Eric “Rick” Howell, 51, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 30, 2015 at Eudora Cemetery. After a long illness Rick passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at his home.
Rick was born November 22, 1964 in Ottawa, KS, the son of John and Connie (Altic) Howell.
He graduated from Eudora High School in 1983 and Flint Hills Vo-tech.
Rick enjoyed camping, gardening and being with friends and family. Rick worked in several nursing homes in the area as Activity Director, CNA and supply clerk. His current employer was with Grace Hospice of Topeka, KS. He has touched so many lives with his smile, hugs and humor. He is preceded in death by his father, maternal and paternal grandparents.
He is survived by his husband, Randy Flowers, Lawrence; his loving mom, Connie Howell, Eudora, KS, children, Branden Flowers (Brittany) Ottawa, KS, Kaitlyn Flowers (Sofie Bien) Ottawa, KS and Kim Sterba Lawrence; Brothers, Darin Howell (Dee Ann), Pete Howell (Cheryl), both of Eudora and one sister, Amanda Howell, Lawrence; three Grandchildren, Izabellah and Kynzlee Flowers and Vayda Sterba; many Nieces, Nephews, Aunts and Uncles and his dog, Maddy.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Grace Hospice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
The family will greet friends 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary-Eudora Chapel.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I’m so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Ricks family. He was such a loving and caring man who I had the privilege to get to know. He will be greatly missed.
Prayers are with you and all the family just hold on to all those wonderful memories Rick has left you with they are the golden threads that will bind them to your heart to carry you through the days to help you. Get thought . Rick was a good friend to my son dan. And he will be missed
I will keep you in my prayers . Loma Gregg
Although I did not know you rick….I do know your sister amanda…. and you were the “world ” to her…..we can face life with “a tear and a smile “… so now as the tears are flowing in your “passing ….soon let the smiles come out in the memories of your life
Thinking of you and your family during your loss my gods love be wrapped around you prayers and love
Rick you will so be missed. Will miss your smile and laughter. Your compassion and caring for others. I am so blessed to have known you. Prayers to your family.
Rick was so kind and loving. He will be missed dearly. Sending love and prayers to Randy, Connie and all friends and family.
Thoughts and prayers for the family. Rick was a great and funny guy. Had a great time working with him and all the fun times we had. Love to Randy and family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Every time I ran into Rick we stood and talked and laughed so hard that people were looking at us, he was so fun and funny, I got him his first job at Gibson’s and he became the most popular guy there, everyone loved him. My prayers are with Randy and the family, Rest in Peace Rick.
Rick was part of our great team at Oskaloosa. We had a wonderful time at work. Rick was so loving and kind to our residents and they all thought the world of him. He loved the way I was old and set in my ways and loved joking with me about it. I pray for the family at your time of sorrow. Rick will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
I am so thankful Rick stopped by my work recently. I did not not realize it was going to be the last time I would be with him. I think he did. Rick gave me a extra hug and as always said I love you. Randy, Rick loved you with all his heart and soul, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May his passing be a blessing.
Karen
To Randy and the children, Rick was loved by someone and respected by many more. He was a mentor to me,giving me the life lessons that were right on. He had a purpose here but apparently he is need in heaven more. I loved Rick at work he was always so patient,caring and gentle. He is kind extremely with an hilarious side. He told hunny why cry over him, because hunny he isnt even thinking about you. No throw the brotha to the street, and get in on with your badself,life too short. Ive always carried that with me. Rick you are friend, be happy know ive loved you as a friend
To Randy and the children, Rick was loved by someone and respected by many more. He was a mentor to me,giving me the life lessons that were right on. He had a purpose here but apparently he is need in heaven more. I loved Rick at work he was always so patient,caring and gentle. He is kind extremely with an hilarious side. He told hunny why cry over him, because hunny he isnt even thinking about you. No throw the brotha to the street, and get in on with your badself,life too short. Ive always carried that with me. Rick you are friend, be happy know ive loved you as a friend
So sorry to hear of Ricks passing! Prayers to each and every one of your families. Know you’ll miss him lots!
I was sorry to hear of Ricks passing. I worked with h im in Oskaloosa. He was so patient with the patients. Loved his great smile and humor. I know he will be missed but what great memories he has left for all who knew him. God Bless.
So sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.