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<p>N. Zeke Howard</p> <p>“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7</p> <p>Zeke was born September 29, 1946 in Shelby, Ohio to Arnold and Nadean (Reed) Howard. He passed</p> <p>into glory on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at home with his family by his side, after an extended,</p> <p>courageous battle with mantle cell lymphoma. He was a graduate of Plymouth High School, North</p> <p>Central State University and Ashland University. He was also a graduate of the American College,</p> <p>earning the designation of ChFC, Chartered Financial Consultant. Zeke married Linda Kay (Hamman)</p> <p>on December 17, 1966 in Shiloh, Ohio. He served in the United States Air Force 1966 -1970, and was</p> <p>stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, Louisiana. He retired from First Merit Bank in</p> <p>2009 as an Investment Representative. He was also a licensed life insurance agent and realtor. Zeke</p> <p>was active throughout his life. Fishing, hunting, softball, and basketball were favorite activities. He</p> <p>began running at the age of 44 and quickly progressed to a marathon runner for over 20 years – his</p> <p>races included the Boston Marathon 7 times – New York City Marathon 6 times – Columbus Marathon</p> <p>for 20 consecutive years. He was honored to be inducted into the Plymouth-Shiloh Distinguished</p> <p>Alumni Hall of Fame in 2018 for his life-time character and achievements. Zeke was a devout</p> <p>Christian, reading and journaling daily. He set an example for each one to follow, as he recently stated</p> <p>“It’s all about Jesus and the only way is by the cross.” His greatest hope is that he sees us all, again, in</p> <p>heaven one day. As a loving, dedicated, supportive husband, father and grandfather, he was present and</p> <p>joyful in all family gatherings. He loved watching his daughters and grandchildren in their sports and</p> <p>many other activities. He prayed for each child, grandchild and sibling daily. He attended Grace</p> <p>Brethren Church in Ashland where he was a member of the Lighthouse Grace Group. He enjoyed the</p> <p>friendships, fellowship and studies the class members participated in together. Survivors include his</p> <p>wife; 2 daughters: Sheri (Kent) McGovern of Jeromesville, Ohio and Shana (Jason) Lentz of</p> <p>Springfield, Ohio; 6 grandchildren: Kate McGovern, Emily McGovern, Noel Wilkins, Lily Wilkins,</p> <p>Leah Lentz and Maia Lentz; Mother, Nadean Howard, Plymouth, Ohio: 4 brothers: Norm Howard of</p> <p>Scottsdale, Arizona, Erv (Neva) Howard of Ashland, Ohio, David Howard of Plymouth, Ohio, Randy</p> <p>Howard of Plymouth, Ohio and 1 sister, Pam Howard of Plymouth, Ohio. Other relatives also survive.</p> <p>He was preceded in death by his father on December 25, 2011 and sister-in-law Sally Howard – March</p> <p>22, 2015. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Zeke’s name to the Ashland County</p> <p>Cancer Association or Hospice of North Central Ohio. The calling hours and the funeral will be held</p> <p>Friday, September 17th at Grace Brethren Church, Ashland. Calling hours will begin at 10:00am in the</p> <p>sanctuary. The service will start at noon. Private burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery, Shiloh, Ohio.</p> <p>Fickes Funeral Home in Jeromesville assisted the family with arrangements.</p> <p>Online condolences may be made at www.fickesfuneralhome.com.</p> <p> </p>September 14, 202109/14/2021
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