Randall Webster Howard

Randall was born Oct. 31, 1949, in Benton Harbor, the son of Everett and Virginia (Casselman) Howard, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were his stepfather, Leslie Miner; a sister-in-law, Rose Ann Howard; and a brother-in-law, David Tober.

Randall married the former Cynthia Tober on May 25, 1980. He passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Cynthia survives; along with two daughters, Mercedes (Michael) Barwick of Kinston, N.C., and Celeste (Jeremy) Durren of Benton Harbor; two grandchildren, Kayla and Leslie; a brother, Warren Howard of Lawrence; three sisters-in-law: Kathy Pierquet of Coleman, Wis., Leatha Snider of California and Donna Tober of Benton Harbor; two brothers-in-law, Larry Pierquet of Coleman, Wis., and Karry Tober of Lakewood, Calif.; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

The family will welcome friends from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, May 27, at the Hartford United Methodist Church, followed by a celebration of life service. As per Randall's wishes, cremation will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either the men's group at the church or a hospice of your choice. The family has entrusted the Calvin Funeral Home, Hartford, with arrangements. For a more in-depth obituary and to leave memorial condolences for the family visit http://www.calvin-leonardfh.com.