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Charles E. Howell, 83, of Santa Fe, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018, at Auglaize Acres in Wapakoneta.
Charles was born Feb. 2, 1935, in Washington Township, Logan County, a son of the late Jack and Hazel Scott Howell. He was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Blakley Howell; and three siblings, Murrell Howell, Gene Howell and Twila Howell.
He is survived by two sons, Ray (Dawn Nolan) Howell and Jon Howell, both of Santa Fe, two grandsons, Shawn Howell of Lakeview and Coby (Berlyn) Howell of Santa Fe; four great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Dorris Mills of Bellefontaine, Velva McDermick of Santa Fe and Donna Jean.
Charles was a self-employed heavy equipment operator. He was known for his abilities in operating a bulldozer. He loved animals, working and enjoyed the simple things in life.
Dr. Scott Anderson will begin funeral services at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 19, at Shoffstall Funeral Home, 205 S. Main St., Lakeview, where visitation is from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 18. Burial is in Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Gutman.
Memorial contributions may be given in his name to Auglaize Acres.
Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.