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Kenneth Barton Howell

January 17, 1935 - May 9, 2011
Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Thursday 5/12, 10:00 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Wednesday 5/11, 10:55 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

Kenneth Barton Howell came into this world on January 17, 1935 and left on May 9, 2011 after 76 years of changing the world. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 12, 2011 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Lindsey, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home.Kenneth was born in Holland, Texas to Morris Barton and Bernice Calhoun Howell. He married Mary Jo Lane on May 5, 1955.Kenneth worked in the oilfields as a young man and then worked at Cosden Refinery in the boilers for 13 years. He then became the business manager for I.U.O.E, Local 826. He was instrumental in gaining huge strides in worker's compensation, benefits, and working conditions. He owned H.O.S.S. Oilfield Hauling Company and finished out his working years selling cars with his sons at Howell Auto Sales. He also enjoyed playing in golf tournaments with his sons and spending time with his grandchildren, telling stories and spoiling them.Survivors include his wife, Mary Howell; one daughter, Becky Winters and husband, Roger; two sons, Gary Howell and Kim Howell, and Terry Howell and wife, Kelley; other daughter, Judy Felts; five grandchildren, Sheena Howell, Sydney Winters, Amy Winters, Hope Howell, Sam Howell; a special great granddaughter, Marin Howell; other grandchildren, Christopher Felts, Michael Partlow, and Crystal Smith; numerous other great grandchildren; one brother, Billy Ray Howell and one sister, Joyce Riddle.He was preceded in death by one son, Michael; one daughter, Cyndi Smith; grandchildren, Chad Felts, Jeremy Smith and Joshua Howell; his parents, and brothers, Melvin and Ladell.The family suggests memorials be made to First Baptist Church, 705 W. FM 700, Big Spring, Texas 79720.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: : www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Thursday 5/12, 10:00 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Wednesday 5/11, 10:55 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map

Kenneth Barton Howell came into this world on January 17, 1935 and left on May 9, 2011 after 76 years of changing the world. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 12, 2011 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Lindsey, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family willContinue Reading

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Jim Tipton left a message on May 13, 2011:
Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Mr. Howell. With deep sympathy, Jim Tipton
Debbie and Rusty Braun left a message on May 12, 2011:
Terry and Kelley we were so sorry to hear about your dads passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
David Sink left a message on May 12, 2011:
Terri, Gary, and Cheri we are praying for your family in your time of loss. God bless.
Jim Mcdonald & Michelle left a message on May 12, 2011:
We are so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace.
Robin Riha left a message on May 11, 2011:
Terry, Kelley, Sheena. Know that I am thnking of you at this time of loss. Dads are the best. We remember the great times, the time spent together on special occasions or any time. Love you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
dana witt left a message on May 11, 2011:
Terry, Kelly, Becky and Sheena, I am so sorry for you loss.....You have another angel in heaven looking down on you.....May God Bless all of you. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
John Walker left a message on May 10, 2011:
I hated to read of Mr. Howell's passing. I realize there are new people coming to my former community all the time, but it will take time for them to grow into the type of community leader and friend that he was. I know he's been reunited with many friends and loved ones in Heaven and I can't help but imagine that he and Ron York are once again solving the problems of the world in God's used vehicle lot. My sympathies to the family as well as his many friends.
Ryan & Jennifer Sayles left a message on May 10, 2011:
Terry, Kelley, Sheena - we are so sorry to hear of Mr. Howell's passing. He was such a wonderful person. Sending prayers to you and your family. Sincerely ~ Ryan and Jennifer Sayles
Robert & Shirley Copeland left a message on May 10, 2011:
We are so sorry for your loss. Kenneth was a wonderful man. He was sweet and caring to everyone, especially his family. He always treated us so good. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. All our love.
Jason Key and Amanda Wallace left a message on May 10, 2011:
Terry, Kelley, Sheena, we are so sorry for you loss. We love you all very much and we are here if you need anything at all. Grandpa was a great man and I know that Jason and Josh had many MANY laughs with him. I pray that God gives your family strength in this tough time. Love you all!!
Shane and Andrea Burt left a message on May 10, 2011:
Terry, Kelley, and Sheena, we are so very sorry for yalls loss. We know that words can not take the pain away but we will continue to pray that God gives yall peace and strength to get through this. We love yall and if there is anything at all that yall need we are only a phone call away.
Pat Biby Anderson left a message on May 10, 2011:
I'm am so sorry to hear of his passing. Becky, I am so sorry, I didnt know when i left you that note for your birthday...You guys will always have a special place in my heart, I love you all. May Gods grace comfort and keep you.
Dalton & Carol Lewis left a message on May 10, 2011:
Terry & family, we are very sorry for your loss. I'm sure your Dad will be missed by many.
The Biddle Family left a message on May 9, 2011:
We were so sorry to hear of Mr. Howells passing, he was a very nice man, and always so friendly to everyone. We'll always remember his kindness.
Frank & Cheryl Joy left a message on May 9, 2011:
Please know that all of you are in our prayers.
Derrill & Cherie Pope left a message on May 9, 2011:
We are very sorry to hear of Mr. Howell's passing, we purchased many cars from him. He was a very nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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