David A. Howe Sr. aka General, 78, of Chester, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Essex Meadows Health Center with his daughters by his side. He was the beloved husband of the late Norma Jean Sauder Howe. David was the Vice President and owner of the family owned business G & H Equipment Inc. He served as a medic in the Army National Guard and also served as a former Supernumerary Wallingford Police Officer for many years. David’s greatest enjoyment was spending time at his home with his family whom he loved unconditionally. He was an avid John Deere Tractor enthusiast who loved taking care of his lawn and property. Tinkering in his barn and maintaining his tractor collection was his passion. David loved watching NASCAR, the Boston Bruins and westerns. He enjoyed playing setback with his lifelong friends on Saturday evenings. Father of Kimberly Howe Tighe (Brian), Megan Howe Theriault (Michael), David A. Howe Jr. (Janine) and Taylor G. Howe. Grandfather of Kaylie, Matthew, Hannah, Avery, Nichole, Michael and Paige. Great-grandfather of Jameson, Bryson, Hadley, Michael and Lily. Brother of James G. Howe. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Gilbert S. and Helen Grzesiak Howe. He’s at peace now, with his beloved wife Jean. His children want to express he was a wonderful well-respected man and anyone who ever met him loved him. He was a charming, witty, ball busting sarcastic guy, if you were on the receiving end you knew he liked you. Until we meet again Daddy, RIP.
The visiting hours will be on Thursday from 4 to 7pm at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A service will be conducted in the funeral home on Friday morning at 11:00. Interment will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Wallingford.
David, you were a true friend, with a big heart and a good teacher of life . I will miss you dearly, but the memories I have of you will keep us close forever. Dave May you Rest In Peace.
I am very sorry for your loss. David was a terrific friend and father he will be missed.
I would just like to say that It was a pleasure knowing Mr Howe and growing up as our next store neighbor he was truly a great man always willing to help out his neighbors and he was a great family man he was one of the reasons growing up on Algonquin dr was so much fun I have some many happy memories of him over the years like riding dirt bikes with us showing us his John Deere tractors and just playing with us kids in the yard I’m sure he will be smiling down on all his family and friends RIP Mr Howe until we meet again
Imagine what he’s got in store for us in heaven Mark !
The lawn rejuvenates itself and the sun always shines…we’ll ride forever❣
Mr Howe,
You are surely missed. Your legacy lives on through the wonderful family you’ve raised. I’ve been blessed, and fortunate, to have you all in my life. And there is nothing mote fitting…
God Bless
Ed Pops
Dear Megan and Kim,
It saddened me to hear of your father’s passing. It’s been many years since I’ve seen him, but I have some fond memories tucked away from my days hanging out on Catlin Road. He was indeed a fun loving ball buster and to this day, I think of him whenever the movie “Alien” is mentioned.
Deepest Sympathy,
Jen
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace David❤
My condolences to the Howe family.
I remember David when I was a Territory Manager for John Deere in the Lawn & Garden Division.
He always made time for me, and treated me kindly.
I will always remember him as a friend.
John Milford
General – Rest In Peace, you’ve gone thru all the gears !
Rhino & Donna
We send our condolences to the Howe family.
So sorry for your loss.
Our father Stanley Sr and brother Stan Jr both worked for G&H for many years, and are true lovers
of John Deere tractors.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Cwirka Family
Sharon, Stan Jr, Mark & Diane Rousseau
I will miss you Dave.We worked well together at our parents business.
Rest in peace. jim
I didn’t know Dave which I feel was my loss
You have my deepest sympathy it’s always
Sad to hear of a fellow John Deere fans passing
RIP David
Thoughts and prayers to the entire Howe family. Dave was a true gentlemen and his word was good as gold. We truly enjoyed his friendship the past twenty five years. Rest in peace our good friend.
Sincerely, Jerry and Ruth Adinolfi
I always enjoyed when we got together for family occasions. I found Dave to be a down to earth great guy who truly loved his family. He will be missed. It was a pleasure to know him. Rest in peace.
Dear Kim, Megan, David Jr and Taylor,
It has been a very sad time realizing David has passed, I will miss him forever. He was a wonderful friend we shared a lot of good times and many many conversations about old times and these newer times! He also was the luckiest set back player I ever saw and he loved beating us girls practically constantly!
I will think of him always and miss him.
Love to you all❤️
Madeline