Paul L. Howard

Paul Howard, 91, of Perrysburg, OH, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on April 19, 2025. Born on June 27, 1933, in Detroit, MI, Paul lived a life full of love, faith, and dedication. He was preceded in death by his father Harold, mother Priscilla (Warner) and brother Phillip.

Paul was a student at Cass Technical High School in Detroit and joined the Air Force in 1951 serving during the Korean War. He married Corrine Kelly in 1954, and together they built a beautiful life. Paul worked for Sun Oil and Atlantic Richfield before owning an Arco Gas station in Toledo, OH. He retired from Ed Schmidt Pontiac in 2008 as a car and fleet salesman.

A man of great faith, Paul was a parishioner of St. Rose Catholic Church since 1973, where he served as an usher for 25 years and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also a longtime member of the Maumee Elks Club, where he enjoyed playing with the Euchre Club. Paul loved his bowling league and was a devoted fan of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Lions.

As an outdoor sport and recreation enthusiast, Paul took his family camping across Michigan and the North East, and went on many hunting trips with his sons. But his favorite pastime was fishing, and he could often be found on his boat, the "Pauly Wog,” every weekend or enjoying Lake Erie at his cottage on Catawba Island. Paul and Corrine spent many winters in Florida and enjoyed traveling in their motor home and cruising during his retirement.

Paul's family will miss his quiet authority and strong moral compass that guided his ever-expanding family. They will cherish his charming smile and his ability to deliver a great punchline.

Paul is survived by his wife of 70 years, Corrine Howard; sons, Ken (Randie) Howard and Thomas Howard; daughters, Dyan (Joel) Reckner, Debra Henry, and Janet (Mark) Braidech; grandchildren, Devin, Derek, Kaitlyn, Rob, Alayna, Jayne, Grant, Leah, Sarah, Brent, Katherine, and Jack; many great-grandchildren and beloved nieces and nephews; and brother, Don (Pam) Howard.

Friends will be received on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10:30 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am at St. Rose Catholic Church, 215 E. Front St, Perrysburg, OH. Burial will follow at St. Rose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rose Church: saintroseonline.org. Arrangements are by Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, Perrysburg, OH. Condolences can be shared online at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.