Howard J. Crowell

He was born in Gowanda, on Oct. 3, 1973, the son of John R. Crowell of Tennessee and Wendy L. (Richardson) Bird of Sheridan.

Howard worked as a carpenter most of his life and was currently working as a contractor with Dolce Property Solutions, Rochester. He enjoyed golfing, playing basketball in a league, loved the Dallas Cowboys and spending time with family and friends. Howard was passionate and thoroughly enjoyed life.

Surviving besides his parents are three daughters: Katelynn Bender, Madison Crowell and Kaylee Sosinski; a brother, Chris (Amanda) Bird; and a sister, Courtney Crowell. Also surviving are two grandchildren: Lucas and Atlas Bender; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Howard and Phyllis Richardson and his paternal grandparents Ernest and Margaret Crowell.

Friends are welcome to call at Riles & Woolley Funeral Home, 39 Main St., Forestville, on Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m., from where funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. with the Rev. David Watson, pastor of Sheridan United Methodist Church officiating.

The family suggests memorials may be made to Forestville Fire Department, Inc., PO Box 299, Forestville, NY 14062.

To post condolences go to www.rilesandwoolleyfuneralhome.com.