Jeffery Forrest "Jeff" Howard

Jeffery Forrest "Jeff" Howard obituary

Jeffery Howard Obituary


JEFFERY FORREST HOWARD
May 28, 1959 ~ December 14, 2014
"Jeff was a kind person
who enjoyed the simple pleasures in life."

Jeffery Forrest Howard, 55, passed away on Sun., Dec. 14th with his family by his side. A Vancouver, WA native, he graduated from Fort Vancouver High School in '77.
He worked hard for 30+ years in the construction and concrete industry.
Jeff believed in being honest, working hard, and sprinkling an element of humor into any situation,
including making up nicknames for people.
He was never too shy to act a bit silly
and enjoyed connecting with people.
Jeff is survived by his mother, Bettyan Howard; daughter, Britt Howard; son, Branic Howard; sisters, Stephanie Leckwold, Nancy LeCouris and Bridget Falco; two grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews. He will be missed by these and many other friends and family members.
An Open House Celebration of Life will be held on Thurs., Dec. 18 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the home of his daughter, 7333 SE Mill St., Portland, OR 97215.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Dec. 17, 2014.
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Bro Jam, I will never forget you. We had a blast working together throughout the years, especially the Skate Board Park. You are a very talented Craftsman and a true brother.
Won't be a day that goes by that I won't be thinking about you. I am glad I was able to see you last summer and will miss hanging out when I get back to Vancouver. Thoughts and prayers to your mother and family. You will be missed. Greg

Greg Schaefer

December 22, 2014

I am so sorry to hear the news of Jeff's passing. I have known him since the 60's when he was a friend of my younger brother. Later in life I was proud to call him MY friend. Always a smile and a handshake. A hard worker that always talked about his family and the job he was undertaking at the time. Truly a man that we need to see more of. Always a pleasure to be around.

Michael Kraft

December 22, 2014

BettyAnn and family, I am sorry to hear about Jeff. Take care of one another during this difficult time. I have fond memories of all of us girls sleeping in your backyard and teasing Jeff until he cried. Oh the joys of childhood. Sending you hugs and support. Karla Parsons Schlosser

Karla Schlosser

December 18, 2014

Jeff and I were partners back in the 80's framing houses I will miss my friend

Tony Larson

December 18, 2014

I met Jeff when he lived in the Minnehaha neighborhood. He was so very kind and compassionate to me. It was a joy to know him
God be you, his family, and know that he is in God's loving arms.
Debb

December 18, 2014

We met when we were 12 in the neighborhood. So sorry to hear of your passing. RIP my friend. Cathy&David Baker

December 17, 2014

Jeff, love ya, miss you and RIP. Now you are pain free!

Gary and Melissa Baker

December 17, 2014

Betty Ann, We were so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. We wish we could be there to be with you and the family. Nexy time we get to vancouver we will stop and spend some time with you. Again we wish you well in your time of sorrow. Love you Bob & Donna Cardon

December 17, 2014

Jeff my heart breaks with the news :( you were a good man and yes a very hard worker always! My love and prayers go out to your children and the rest of the family! God bless you and rest in peace!

Vicki

December 17, 2014

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