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Wendell Howard

April 6, 1938 - March 15, 2019
Memorial
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Thursday 3/21, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Wendell Howard passed away Friday, March 15, 2019. Family and friends will gather to celebrate his life of 80 years at 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2019, followed by a reception at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers in Lubbock, Texas.Wendell Howard was born April 6, 1938, to Margie and Howell Howard.  Wendell wentContinue Reading

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tami hodges left a message on March 25, 2019:
Sandy - John and I were so sad to hear of Wendell's passing. We have such fond memories of him and you together at all the Southern Seed Assoc. gatherings. He always had a true smile for everyone he met and that twinkle in his eye made you feel at ease. What a great man! You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers these coming days, weeks, and year. God Bless you all! John and Tami Hodges ~ Yuma AZ
Carol Jones left a message on March 24, 2019:
Eileen and family, sending prayers and condolences for your loss. Wendell was so blessed to have family and a job that he loved so much. He never seemed to meet a stranger; he was such a friendly, caring man. He will certainly be missed. Thank you for sharing all those special photo memories of Wendell's life and the people he cared for. I know God has welcomed his faithful servant home!
Wayne Carpenter left a message on March 21, 2019:
Wendell Howard is responsible for my entry into the seed business as a farmer seed dealer for Surgro Seed (R. C. Young Seed Company) in the mid seventies. Later Wendell encouraged me to become a DSM for the company representing the Texas Panhandle and Eastern New Mexico. Wendell was a true leader offering sound advice to me in all areas of marketing and selling seed. My condolences to his Family. I will miss him greatly!
Kim Alberty left a message on March 21, 2019:
Sandy and family,Agassiz Seed has done business with Wendell for the past 20 years or so and that has been a great experience. More importantly several of us have been able to get to know Wendell over those years, Wendell's story telling and caring personality are what will be remembered by all of us and what we will miss the most. It's comforting to think of Wendell watching over us and helping us find that load of seed he knows is out there that will help us finish the season.Sandy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Wendell, rest in peace.Kim Alberty and all of us at Agassiz Seed.
Roberto Berentsen H. left a message on March 20, 2019:
Extraordinary Collegue, Person and Friend. He will be missed!
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Mindy Duerst left a message on March 20, 2019:
Dear Sandy, family and friends at Warner Seed,We hold you all in our prayers as we all morn the loss of our friend. We are happy that Wendell is pain and worry free in heaven, and look forward to seeing him again when the time is right. We carry fond memories of him, and pass along life lessons from Wendell we have learned for the rest of our days. His was a life well lived, and we all strive to follow his example of positive attitude, infectious laughter, and easy friendships. Our only regret is that we didn't make it to Texas to visit before he made his trip to heaven. Hugs and prayers for peace, Rob & Mindy Duerst
Terri Cannon left a message on March 20, 2019:
Sandy and family,I met Wendell when he began his journey with cancer. Talk about an inspiring man! I always looked forward to seeing him again and hearing him talk about you, Sandy, and his family! Sandy, you really were the love of his life! I consider it a blessing to have known Wendell! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Terri Cannon
Max and Deborah Reed left a message on March 20, 2019:
Sandy and Family,Sending you our Love and Prayers during this hard time. I enjoyed our work years together and he was a very good friend. Our heart felt condolences. May God bless you.Max and Deb Reed
Tommy and Sue McDonald left a message on March 19, 2019:
Wendell and SandyI am so sorry for your lost, Wendell was a very good friend. I worked for him for 4 1/2 years. He was a great boss. He will be missed by many. I will never forget him. Always smiling and shaking my hand say hello Tommy ready to make a run for me. I would tell him ready or not let's get this done. Will miss carring your Christmas Tree to your house so Sandy could decorate it. Then you would call and say time to take it down and put it up till next year. I will miss our talks. And most of all I will miss my friend. God bless you and God bless Sandy and your family. Tommy McDonald.
Virgie Bryant left a message on March 19, 2019:
Dear Sandy & Family, May Gods Richest Blessings be with YOU and know that Psalms 116:15 "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints." Wendell certainly was one of His Saints. I am so thankful to have know Wendell especially through the Seed Industry as there are many great memories. He never met astranger and would always have an encouraging word and a joyful laugh to highlight the visit. May you have strength in your great memories with Wendell as he surelycare for You and the children. May God's richest blessings be yours and knowing you will see him again in heaven. Virgie Bryant
Risa DeMasi left a message on March 19, 2019:
Sandy, my heart breaks with yours and I am remembering you in my prayers. Wendell cared as much about people as he did about trading seed, and he LOVED trading seed! He had high expectations, and drew the best out everyone he came in contact with. You could always 'hear' the smile on his face and I will never forget his infectious laugh as he told stories - especially those he told on himself! I will miss you friend, but am glad to know I'll see you again - save some seats at that banquet table for all of us, your 'Seedy' friends!!! ~ Risa DeMasi
Calvin Trostle left a message on March 18, 2019:
As a new Texas A&M Extension employee in Lubbock and the High Plains in early 1999, I first met Wendell at the Texas Seed Trade Association research conference in Dallas a few weeks after I started. He was one of many individuals that made my transition to working in the High Plains a lot easier. We talked on the phone frequently over the years, he helped me learn a lot when I had questions when I was new here, he helped provide seed when I needed it for trials, etc. Thanks a bunch, Wendell! I will miss having you as a colleague!Calvin Trostle
Nathan and Carolyn Boardman left a message on March 18, 2019:
Wendell fostered more buying and selling of more kinds of seed than any one I know. He knew who had it and who needed it. His friendship, diversified service and always a story will be missed by many in the domestic and international seed industry.Our heart felt condolence to Sandy and families. May God bless you.
Willis Lofton left a message on March 18, 2019:
Wendell was one of the first folks I met in the seed industry. He was always quick with a story and a smile. Glad to have been able to call him friend. Rest in Peace!
Pat Bancroft left a message on March 18, 2019:
Wendell my Cousin In Law, taught me about Texas famous barbecue and of course Texas it like a country instead of a state. He's Texas large heart, hug and laughter,always to be remembered.
Fred & Kris Wilson left a message on March 17, 2019:
Wendell and his daughter, Phyllis, made scrumptious Thanksgiving dressings never to be topped! Memories of Wendell’s kind and congenial personality, along with his dressing, are treasured memories.
Lake Ridge Chapel & Memorial Designers left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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