James W. Howard

James Wylie Howard, 84 passed away on the morning of June 7, 2019 in his home surrounded by loved ones. Jim was born on a farm on Vance Station Road in Washington, the son of the late James T. Howard and Katherine Pounds. He was employed at Hazel Atlas #2, where he was president of the union. He also worked as Reliance Electric as a supervisor. Then after 20 years of employment as supervisor at Jessop Steel, he retired in 2000. Jim was a member of several local clubs in Washington and was known for his musical talents and his gentle personality. Jim was a long-time member of the National Pike and Steam Association, where he ran the Whistle Stop alongside his family. James met his wife Margaret Naylor Howard, while working at #2, they later married on July 11, 1960. Also surviving are his daughter, Tina Marie D’Alessandro; a son Scott D. Howard Sr; A brother, William “Ed” (Diane) Howard of Melbourne, FL. He will be dearly missed by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Deceased are a daughter, Kathy Howard-Svitek; a son James W. Howard Jr. and a grandson, Corey Michael James. Friends will be received Tuesday, June 11, 2019 from 4 to 8 p.m. at William G. Neal Funeral Homes Ltd., 925 Allison Ave, Washington, where services will be held Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Gary Gibson officiating. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to funeralbill.com.