Mark Howell

    Howell, Mark, 47, October 22, 2010.  Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home, Houlton.  Interment to be held in the North Amity Cemetery.
    AMITY – Mark Howell, 47, died on October 22, 2010. Due to a tragic accident, we are mourning the loss of our family hero. He was born April 11, 1963 in Concord, MA,  the son of Arthur Jr. and Dorothy (McCarthy) Howell.
    Mark was an avid hunter, loved to fish for bass and was always tinkering on something. Our hearts are broken and will forever mourn our loss.
    Besides his loving parents of Amity, he is survived by his soulmate, Keely (Ritchie) Howell; his children, who meant the world to him, Danny Howell of Amity, Janice Howell and her partner, Joshua Ritchie of Smryna and Michaela Calaman of Amity. Mark welcomed his first grandson in July, Parker Ryan Ritchie, who meant the world to him. He also leaves behind his very special siblings who were so dear to him, Eileen Folkins and her husband, Harmon of Houlton, Nancy Ledger and her husband, Ronnie of Amity, Tim Howell and his partner, Barb of MA, Debbie Goodall and her husband, Donnie of Oakfield, Dan Howell and his wife, Kristy of Ludlow, and Eric and his wife, Holly of Amity; his in-laws, Phil and Julie Ritchie of Smyrna.  He was predeceased by his son, Michael Calaman, who crossed over in 2009.
    Mark will be missed by his family and friends, especially for his huge hugs and smiles that you could always count on.
    Friends called 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 26 at Bowers Funeral Home, 10 Water Street, Houlton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. today at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Dave Raymond celebrant. A time of fellowship will follow immediately after the service. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in the North Amity Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to Bowers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 579, Houlton ME 04730.