Eric Theodore Howe passed away surrounded by his family on Friday July 28th, 2023. Born in Fredericton, NB, he was the son of the late Hubert Howe and Cora (Gilford) Stevens.
Eric is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his wife Jane, his daughters Kelly (Prince) of Toronto, Sarah Harper of Fredericton and Erica Fern (James) of Maugerville. Sisters Pam Howe of Toronto, Michelle Ventura (Gilbert) of Oshawa and Coralee Clarke (Kevin) of Scarborough. His two granddaughters Chivonte and MacKenzie, 4 grandsons Treay, Nathan, Jordan and Bryson, nieces Colleen, Crystal Lynn, Rachelle, Christine, Cora, Rachel and Janae, nephews Tony, Malachi, Emmanuel and Gabriel.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Christopher, Kevin and sisters Patricia and Noblelee, nephews Kevin Nagey and Tojo (Gilford Howe).
Although Eric spent 20 years in Toronto, he moved back home in 1990, where he met his wife Jane. Though Eric worked a few different jobs after his arrival to Fredericton, it was when he joined the carpenters Union that he had found his home. The boys at work use to call him Big Easy because he was so easy going. He enjoyed working in Sussex, Saint John, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
He loved telling stories of the different things that would happen at work.
Eric was a kind gentle soul, who made an unforgettable mark on the hearts of those around him. He was a dedicated husband, proud father, selfless grandfather, loving uncle and a loyal friend. He will forever missed.
The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses of the palliative care unit.
Visitation will be at Bishop’s Funeral Home 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton on Thursday August 3rd, 2023, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday August 4th at 2 PM From Bishop’s Funeral Home Chapel.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Oromocto SPCA.
Online condolences and the sharing of memories may be expressed through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com