Christopher J. Howard

Christopher J. Howard, 64, longtime resident of Lake Villa and Fox Lake,  passed away Monday, June 9, 2014. Chris was born on May 24, 1950, Waukegan, IL to William and Doreen (nee Ellingworth) Howard.

Chris was a member of the Fox Lake – Grant Township Historical Society, an avid history buff, enjoyed older cars and music. He loved to have conversation with people and to listen. Chris especially enjoyed spending time with his loving family and dog.

Chris will be missed by his wife of a wonderful 35 year marriage, Patricia (nee Bobbitt); his son, Mathew Howard; Dear grandchildren, Daniel and Derrick Coleman, Marissa Span, Kolt Haley; and his great grandson, Samuel Coleman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his dear daughter, Christine Span, and his brothers, Bob and Jeffrey Howard.

A visitation will be held Saturday, June 14, from 10 until the 11 am Funeral  Service  at CrossView Church, 750 Highview Drive, Antioch, IL,60002. A private burial will be at Grant Cemetery, Ingleside.