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Robert D. Howard, 78, of Peralta, left this earthly life to enter Heaven's gates with Jesus on the afternoon of December 22, 2007. Bob - man of God, husband, dad, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, cousin, friend - and now victor because of Jesus! He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia Ann "Pat" Howard; daughter, Melinda Howard-Pacheco and husband, Peter; son, Dwaine Howard; grandchildren, Brandon and Stephen Klein, Kasarah, Shayla and Robert Howard, Jesse Pacheco; siblings, Floyd Howard, Norma Jean Holle, Mary Goodnight, Virginia (Carolyn) Archer and husband, John, David Howard and Ruthie Cook; brothers-in-law, Bob Foehner and Scott DeVore; sisters-in-law, Debbie Mitchell, Sue DeVore; and numerous other family and friends. Robert was preceded in death by, parents, Robbie Lee and Tressa Boatright Howard; sisters, Maxine Roper, Hilda Foehner; brother-in-law, Gordon DeVore; and sister-in-law, Polly Howard. Robert was raised on a farm in Illinois where he learned how to work. He fired steam engines, tested nuclear devices, farmed worms, drove trucks and delivered luggage but specialized in the Masonry business estimating and contract work. He graduated from Carlisle High School in Illinois and served his country in the US Air Force. Through his life, Bob was most proud of his family, most affected by his personal relationship with Jesus Christ - and he wasn't afraid to share about either. His knowledge of Scripture was impressive, especially dealing with prophecy. Bob's legacy wasn't built on riches or fame - it was built on that intimacy with Jesus and his intense love for his family. Integrity, hard work, discipline, sincerity, and a quiet strength were Robert's hallmarks. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, December 28, 2007, 10:00 a.m., French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Enjoy that mansion, Bob! We will see you in Heaven one day! French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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