Herman Doyle Howell Jr., known to all as "Buddy", passed away at the age of 84 on December 9, 2018 at his home in Baytown, TX.
Buddy was a veteran of the Korean war, having served in the United States Navy from 1952 until being honorably discharged in 1956. After his service in the military Buddy went on to work in several diverse and fascinating fields such as ornamental iron work, construction and as a delivery driver for a laundry service. His favorite occupation was as the Captain of his own shrimp boat. In his later years you could find Buddy at Thompson's Fish Camp, or at his hunting camp on the Trinity river.
Buddy Howell was known to everyone who met him as a kind, hardworking and loyal friend. He was always available to lend a helping hand, be forceful with his advice (whether you asked for it or not) , and witty and quick to tell you a joke (that was more than likely off color). Buddy was always pleased to be the supervisor of every situation, considering he believed he was the most experienced person in the room, and that was usually found to be true.