HOWELL, Gordon Robert Wayne

Gordon Robert Wayne Howell, 63, of Whitbourne, NL passed away peacefully on Friday September 06, 2019 at the Health Sciences Center, surrounded by family and friends.
He was born to parents George & Louise, on July 17, 1956 in Markland., NL.
He was married to loving wife Donna in October 1990. Predeceased by parents George and Louise (White) Sister’s Isabelle Howell and Melva Young, Parents-in-law Cecil and Theresa (Lane) Butler, Sisters-in-law Joan Clarke, Sandra Howell and Nephew Winston Young, Brother-in-law Holise Priddle.
Leaving to mourn his soul mate of 29 years Donna, son Robert and daughter-in-law Elizabeth. Brothers Eldon (Carrie), Melvin (Maxine), Sisters Hilda (Mac), Annie (Brian), Rita (Kevin), Nita (Glen) and Dale, Brother-in-law Walter (Rosalind) Lundrigan, Sisters-in-law Christine Cox and Margaret Lundrigan
Special friends Dave and Nancy White, Ruby Courts, Sandra and Andy Perry, Special Nephew Glen (Sherry) Young, as well as a large number of extended family, friends and co-workers.
Wayne was a loving husband and father. A great friend, always ready to lend a hand or spin a yarn. A prankster of the highest degree, his accuracy with a water balloon or a funny remark was unmatched. Aside from his devoted wife, his great love was the sea, having been a fisherman for 30+ years. His time as a volunteer Firemen in Whitbourne gave him a feeling of accomplishment and comradery, giving him a chance to give back to a community he adored. Having retired from the sea at age 51, he began a career as a DSW with Caregivers Inc, where co-workers became friends, and some co-workers became family. Wayne was loyal, loving, and kind, a pillar of strength and comfort to friends and family alike. A celebration of his life will be held at the Whitbourne Firehall on 14 September, from 2 – 4. His ashes will be spread at a later date in a private event.
A special thank you to Gary Holloway of Holloway’s Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wayne Howell Memorial Fund.