Jeannette E. Howard

HOWARD JEANNETTE E. age 99, of Rochester, was born on February 19, 1915 in Mead, Nebraska, and peacefully passed away on Monday, December 22, 2014. Although she was raised in Nebraska, she attended and graduated from Eastern Michigan University, where she met her future husband, John Howard. A Rochester resident since 1955, she taught at the elementary school level for Rochester Community Schools until her retirement. She and her family were charter members of University Presbyterian Church where she was a long-time member of the choir. She was the beloved wife of the late John, who preceded her death in 1982. Loving mother of Kathleen Harlan and Geraldine "Geri" (Harry) Hogan. Adored grandmother of Jeff (Lori) Hogan and Jamie (Todd) Weber and great-grandmother to their children, Brady and Joey Hogan and Ben and Drew Weber. Funeral Services 11 a.m. Monday at PIXLEY FUNERAL HOME, 322 W. University Drive in downtown Rochester with visitation at the funeral home Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. www.pixleyfuneral.com