Richard Arthur Howell

Richard A. Howell, age 84 of Glenview, died Saturday, October 20, 2018 in the Glenbrook Hospital in Glenview, IL. He was born April 14, 1934 in Chicago, the son of Harry A. and Alice (Hunter) Howell. He married Mary Sullivan on August 13, 1955 in Carthage. Richard is survived by his adoring wife of sixty three years, Mary Howell of Glenbrook; one brother, Ronald (Nancy) Howell of Meridian Idaho; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Richard was a die hard Chicago Cubs fan. He was heard to say "I'm not leaving until they win the pennant"...and so he did. He was a strict disciplinarian due to his military school and educational background, but a gentleman first and foremost. Richard and Mary traveled to every continent across the world. As a history teacher he wanted to see where history happened. He and Mary never had children of their own but as an uncle, principal and teacher he touched many lives. The most recent being his young neighbor Paul, to whom he became a mentor and a surrogate grandfather. Richard was an avid follower of current events, reading the Chicago Tribune daily. He enjoyed discussing and investing in the stock market. Graveside funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 25, 2018 in the Anna Cemetery with John Nimmo officiating. Interment will be in the Anna Cemetery. Friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the National Kidney Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the cemetery and the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home. Memorial/Funeral Service Thursday, October 25, 2018,1:00PM Anna Cemetery West Davie Street Anna, Illinois 62906 Cemetery Service Thursday, October 25, 2018,1:00PM Anna Cemetery West Davie Street Anna, Illinois 62906