STRONG – Herbert Albert Howard, 89, known by most everyone as “Pete”, passed away on May 20, 2021 at Russell Park Nursing Home in Lewiston from complications of Dementia. He was born on February 19, 1932 in Weld, son of Nelson and Ellen (Safford) Howard. On January 21, 1951, he married Marilyn Pillsbury in Strong. They lived in Strong and with the help of many family and friends, Pete built their home at 121 Pillsbury Road, where Marilyn still lives. Pete worked for Starbird’s, Cousineau’s, Forster’s, and the Strong Nursing Home, all in Strong; and at Bass Shoe in Dryden. In his younger years, he worked in the woods with his brothers-in-law, as well as doing odd jobs for many of Strong’s citizens.
Pete is survived by his wife of 70 years, Marilyn of Strong; children, Sandra, Paul, and Albert of Strong, Charlotte of Waterville, Wanda of Chesterville, and Carlotta of Fayette; brothers, Walter of Strong, Fred of Avon, and Cecil Leavitt of Dryden; step-brother, Phil Reed of Farmington; 8 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his older brother, Jim Howard.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Pete on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 1-4 pm, at 121 Pillsbury Road in Strong. Rain date will be Sunday, June 27th. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.
you & your family are in my thought and prayers. my condolences on the passing of Dad
Pete was a sweet man. I enjoyed working with him. He approached every task with a determination to get the job done, while keeping a sense of humor at the same time.
My deepest condolences to the family. He was a great man in so many ways and had a heart of gold.
My heart is with you all at this time! So many memories. May you all find peace within from our Maker and know he is in the arms of his Father in Heaven. ❤️
I have wonderful memories of the Howard family. May the Lord comfort you with the assurance you will see him again.
Prayers and condolences to the friends and family of this gentle man.
Condolences on the death of a wonderful gentle man.
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. He was such a nice person.
Marilyn, Sandra,Paul,Albert,Charlotte,Wanda and Carlotta, So deeply sorry for the passing of Pete. He will certainly be missed by all – we always stopped and chatted when passing by on walks.
Rest In Peace Pete Howard 🙏🤍🙏
I know my husband, Bob, Sr., thought of Pete as a wonderful neighbor and friend. Met Pete but wish I had known him better.
I have so many good memories of Pete. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. He was a good soul and he will be missed
Pete was a wonderful neighbor. A caring and gentle soul. RIP