Howard, Jr., Robert "Bob" Lewis

Robert “Bob” Lewis Howard, Jr. passed away on April 10, 2022 at the age of 58 surrounded by his loving family. His courageous battle with Stage 4 melanoma showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile, and staying strong until the end.

Bob was born on July 22, 1963 in Hartford, CT. Bob and Grace were married on November 16, 1991 in Simsbury and lived there until they moved to Burlington in 2000. Bob was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America. As a youth, Bob attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 176 in Simsbury, CT. A passion for scouting was passed to his son Ryan who attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 23 in Burlington, CT. He was always active, not only within his troop but district

and council events and activities. Bob was also a Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow Tschitani Lodge #10. For his service to youth through scouting, he was awarded the Silver Beaver for distinguished service. Bob enjoyed boating with his family at his parent's home in South Yarmouth, MA, loved to play

golf and was an avid Minnesota Vikings and Boston Red Sox fan.

Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years, Grace (nee Mooney); children, Katelyn and Ryan; mother, Barbara Dennett Howard; sister, Susan Howard; brother, Mitchell Howard (Barbara); cousins, Barbara Gay and Dr. James Gay (Patricia) and their son Samuel (Amber); nephews, Matthew Ricker (Lexy) and their son Bryson and Michael Patrick Howard (Maureen) and their son James; niece, Emily Mooney; brother-in-law; John Mooney (Irene); sister-in-law, Kathleen Mooney (Joseph Owens); as well as numerous extended family members and friends. Bob was predeceased by his

father Robert L. Howard, Sr.

We wish to thank our family and friends for their love and support. Also, the entire staff at the UCONN Oncology Department, ICU and Intermediate Unit for

their remarkable care and compassion.

A Celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm at The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main Street, Rt. 4, Unionville, CT.

Memorial donations may be made in Bob's name to: UCONN Health Neag Comprehensive Cancer Fund: https//:www.foundation.uconn.edu/give-now/uconnhealth or to Trinity Episcopal Church- Wethersfield, CT: www.trinityepiscopalweth.org. To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.ahernfuneralhome.com.

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