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Barry Howk Obituary
Nov 24, 1956 - Feb 19, 2025
Wellington
Barry C. Howk, 68, of Wellington, died Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Mercy Allen Hospital. Born November 24, 1956, he was the son of the late Chester and Gracie Howk. Barry was a graduate of Wellington High School and lived most of his life in Wellington.
A bricklayer by trade, Barry retired from Wasiniak Construction in Norwalk. He had been a member of Wellington Eagles and played in various golf and pool leagues in the area. Barry was an avid sports fan and enjoyed following the Cleveland teams. Most of all, he cherished time spent with his family.
Survivors include his loving wife of 27 years, Peggy Howk; stepchildren, Mark McGuire, of Avon Lake and Cathy (Chris) Aviles, of Huntington; grandchildren, Matthew, Meghan, Callee, Alaina, Cori, Ashlee, and Cat; great-grandchildren, Lucais, Ashlynne, Ciara, and Carson; and siblings, Mick (Yeti) Howk, Barb McQuaid, and Brian (Elaine) Howk; nieces, Missy, Krista, Jennifer, Michelle, Jessica, Elliana and nephews; Scott, Evan, Jeremy, Brian Jr., Matthew, Vincent, Nathaniel, Cameron, and Elijah.
In addition to his parents, Barry was preceded in death by a sister, Pam.
A Celebration of Life will be from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Wellington Reservation, 535 Jones Road, Wellington, Ohio 44090. Barry gave the gift of life through organ donation with LifeBanc.
Condolences can be given at www.norton-eastmanfuneralhome.com.
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Harry Wetherbee
February 27, 2025
Peggy, Judy and I are very sorry to see that Barry has gone to his family in Heaven. May he R.I.P. and the good Lord comfort you and your family during this time of mourning.
Harry and Judy Wetherbee
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