Dennis Eugene Howard, 60

Dennis Eugene Howard, 60, passed away Dec. 12, 2010, at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle. 

He grew up in Columbia Falls and was a proud veteran, serving his country for 14 years in the Navy and was honorably discharged. He was very involved in many veterans organizations throughout Washington and Montana. 

Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Fran Downen; his sister, Tracy Downen; his daughter, Duanna Howard; as well as his cousin, Rich Downen.    

He is survived by his wife, Jeanne Howard, and his son, Devlin Howard, both of Columbia Falls; and his daughters, Nicki Marston and Sondra Godfrey, of Spokane. He is also survived by many grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 

Private family services will be held at a later time.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to The University of Washington Medical Center, Lung Transplantation Center, 1959 N.E. Pacific St., P.O. Box 356175 Seattle, WA 98195.