Robert E. Howard, age 64, of St. Cloud, formerly of Annandale, died Thursday, August 6, 2020 at the St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by his family after a two-year battle with cancer.

Private family graveside services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Annandale.

Robert Eugene Howard was born October 24, 1955 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Donald and MaryAnn (Daniels) Howard. Bobby grew up in Annandale and attended Annandale High School. Following school, Bobby traveled to California. Over the years, he worked various jobs, mostly as a handyman. He resided in Annandale until approxiamately 15 years ago when he relocated to St. Cloud, where he has made his home since. Bobby loved to hunt, fish, and cook. He loved to share his talents in the kitchen with his family, and those less fortunate as he would host a Thanksgiving meal for those in need. His big heart will be missed by all those that loved him.

Bobby is survived by his children and grandchildren; siblings, Larry (Bunnie) Howard of Buffalo, and Linda (Jim) Vance of Annandale; and his nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; uncles, Floyd, Morris, and Gordon Howard; and sisters, Judy Pelcel and Shirley Otto-Jones.