Obituary

Michael Howard, 72, of Sand Springs, Oklahoma passed away on November 7, 2020 in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 16, 2:00 p.m., at Fort Gibson National Cemetery in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma.

Mr. Howard was born on August 23, 1948 in Strong City, Kansas.

Michael served in the United States Air Force. He loved fishing, talking with friends and family, watching westerns, reading, spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, collecting coins, and going to the casino.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Cecelia Howard, father, Donald Howard, grandparents: Anna Marie Howard, Fred Howard, Thelma Carrier and Marv Carrier; and great granddaughter, Isabella Yahola.

He is survived by his daughter, Sabrina McCrea, mother, Phyllis Howard, step-daughters: Tracy Dawson, Gina Reamy, and Jana Grass; sister, Karen Millhorn, brother, Rick Howard, grandchildren: Norena Graves, Christian Crazy Bear and Chandler Yahola along with numerous other grandchildren; great grandchildren: Ashton, Landon, Bryson, Xander, Michaela, and Julian; son in law, Tom McCrea; brother in law, David Millhorn, sister in law, Paula Howard, niece, Amy Howard, nephews: Adam Howard, Jeremy Yodier, Eric Yodier, and Brent Yodier; and granddaughter in law, Julissa Curdienas.