Howard E. Fletcher

CENTERVILLE, PA- Howard E. Fletcher, 84, of Centerville, PA, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 at his residence. He was the loving husband of the late Arlene M. (Campbell) Fletcher who passed away on October 5, 2006. Howard was born on May 25, 1924 in Smithfield Township, Bradford County, PA. He was the son of the late Edward and Clara (French) Fletcher. Howard served his country in the U.S. Merchant Marines, sailing in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theatres during World War II. He worked for the Hillard Corp. in Elmira, NY until retiring, and attended the Bentley Creek Wesleyan Church. He was an avid woodworker and loved to travel. Howard's family includes his sons Richard (Betty) Fletcher of Bentley Creek, PA, and Donald (Susan) Fletcher of Ulster, PA, his daughters Linda (John) Kemery of Walland, TN and Renee' Fletcher of Centerville, PA, six grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, his brother Edward (Elizabeth) Fletcher of Bentley Creek, PA, and his sister Iona McCallister of California, along with several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Arlene, and his great-granddaughter Jessica Dannelly. Family and friends are welcome to gather from 2:00-4:00 PM on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at Howard's home; 26 Fletcher Road, Gillett, PA for a time of fellowship and sharing. The Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY has been entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made in Howard's name to the Guthrie Hospice; RR 1 Box 154 Towanda, PA 18848.