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Howard Cantrell

veteranMar 4th, 1928 - Mar 15th, 2018

Funeral:  ​1 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home

Visitation:  ​5-7 p.m. Sunday, March 18, 2018 and 12:30-1 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home

​Private Interment:  Powers Cemetery

 

   Howard E. Cantrell, age 90, of rural Xenia, passed away at his home on March 15, 2018.

   Howard was born on March 4, 1928, to Burl R. and Mae (Renner) Cantrell of rural Xenia, Illinois. He attended Walnut Branch and Hickory Flat schools prior to attending Xenia High School for three years. He then graduated from Flora High School in 1948.

   Howard was a Korean War Veteran, serving as an Army artillery gunner. Upon his return from Korea, he married his high school sweetheart, Frances Ellen Goff, on April 20, 1952. After their marriage, they lived in Tomah, Wisconsin while Howard completed his service. After his discharge they returned to the Xenia area where they purchased 80 acres and began a livelihood of farming. Howard retired from farming in 1993 and was later elected to two terms as road commissioner for Garden Hill Township. Howard attended Powers General Baptist Church; he was known as someone always willing to help a neighbor in need.

   Howard is survived by his wife of 65 years, Frances, and their four children: Rhonda (Mike) Sanders of San Jose, California, Kala (Larry) Badger of Taylors, South Carolina, Brenda (Greg) Jones of Pasadena, California, and Kevin (Kim) Cantrell of Salem. Howard is also survived by grandchildren Eric Sanders, Michelle Sanders, Scott Sanders, Mark Sanders, Nicole Sanders, Zach (Hannah) Badger, Luke Badger, Miranda (Eric) Dennis, Kory (Katherine) Cantrell and Jesse (Carissa) Cantrell; and 7 great grandchildren. Five nieces, two nephews, and one sister-in-law also survive. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, three brothers-in-law, four sisters-in-law, and a nephew.

   A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Sunday evening and from 12:30 pm until the hour of service on Monday at the funeral home.  Private interment will be in Powers Cemetery, Xenia.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Kory Cantrell Leukemia Treatment Fund at www.youcaring.com.

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The Cummins Family

March 16th

We will deeply miss Uncle Howard. Whenever we came home he knew it wouldn't be long before we would be knocking at your door eager to see his smiling face. We could always count on him to help with Dad or just help in anyway possible. That's the kind of man he was. Strong, Helpful, kind and & generous. He will be truly miss by us all! May God grant all of you the strength and courage to move forward during these difficult times. We love you all!

Bill and Linda McKinney

March 16th

So sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. He will be so missed by his family an friends. Love and prayers for Frances and their children and grandchildren.

Ed and Wanda Harrell

March 16th

Sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort

Mike and Karen Sparks

March 17th

Sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. Prayers to Frances and the family. Howard will be greatly missed.

Pat and Joyce O'Donnell

March 16th

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with Francis amd the family.

Jim & Janice Frost

March 16th

It is hard to express how much we admired and respected Howard. He was an example of a strong, caring, hard working man and so proud of his family. We enjoyed and looked forward to all of our visits in the field. May God grant you the strength during this time and hold on to the wonderful memories. GOD Bless.

Buddy and Brenda Horner

March 16th

We are so very sorry. Always loved Howard and Frances and their children. Prayers for all.

Bob and Sandy Slover

March 16th

We are deeply saddened at the news of Howard's passing. May God bless and be with the family at this sad time. Howard was a special man.

Brenda Johnson

March 17th

Prayers for the family.

Mary Anne Pittman

March 17th

So sorry for your loss.

Dale Holman

March 17th

So sorry for your loss...he was one of the best!

Lina Cricelli

March 17th

I'm so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dale Cantrell Family

March 17th

We are thinking of you during this time. Please accept our deepest condolences

Doug and Debbie (Showalters) Slover

March 17th

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

Debbie Glaspy Johnson

March 18th

My deepest condolences for your family's loss.

Tony DiBartolo Barb Sparks

March 19th

So sorry for your loss Frances and family your in our prayers. He will be missed

Dorris and Bruce Cantrell

March 18th

Sorry for your loss

Bill & Charlene Gilmore

March 18th

Sending prayers for the family.

Walter & Barb Cantrell & Family

March 18th

Heartfelt sympathies to you all. May your memories be of comfort at this difficult time.

Michael and Marjorie Simpson

March 19th

Frances, you and the family have our sympathy on the passing of Howard. You have been blessed with many years together and know he will be greatly missed.

David Bice

March 20th

So sorry to hear about your dad. Take care.

 

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