Arnie Howson

August 30, 1927 - December 11, 2017

Sadly, we announce the peaceful passing of Arnie on December 11, 2017 at 90 years of age. Loving father of Ronald (Jacky), Barbara (Bill), Reg (Kim), Darl (Tracie), Bonnie (Jeff) and the late Darlene (1986). Father-in-law of the late Sue (1998). Treasured grandpa of Scott (Shannon), Tatam, Tyler, Billie-Jo (Marty), Natasha, Marissa, Rachael, Dillon, Bradley, Evan, Patrick (Ashleigh), Lindsay, and Shane. Great- grandpa of 10 great-grandchildren. Brother of Lillian Mills, Blanche Collard, Jack (Gerry) Howson. Predeceased by Bob, Margaret, Edna Lester, Joe and Jim. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Arnie was a long-time and former employee of Essex Farmers and Larry Renaud Ford. Avid fan of hockey but he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren and the Essex 73’s. Special thanks to the 2nd floor staff at Leamington Hospital for all of your compassionate care. Arnie is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Wednesday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday at 11 a.m. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Leamington Hospital Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com