Obituary for Thomas Ray Howard

Thomas Ray Howard, 54, of Springfield, died at 7:36 pm Friday, May 23, 2014 at his home. He was born July 24, 1959 in Springfield to Rex and Mary Rusciolelli Howard.

He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, and several aunts and uncles.

Surviving are his mother, Mary Howard and a sister, Sharon (Larry) Woods, both of Springfield and several uncles and cousins.

Visitation: 11 am - 12 pm Thursday, May 29, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home.

Graveside Service: 12:30 pm Thursday, May 29, 2014 at Calvary Cemetery with Chaplain John Nelson officiating.

Memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or American Cancer Society.