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The  Addison  Times
September 3, 2026
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Steven E. Howell
Oct 30, 1941 - Aug 23, 2026
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          Steven E. Howell,  84, of Shelbyville passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his residence.  He was born October 30, 1941, in Indianapolis, the son of  Howard E. Howell, Sr.,  and  Eunice (Horsley) Howell.  Steven worked as a welder at Arvin’s in Franklin for many years.  He was a faithful member of Living Waters Apostolic Church in Shelbyville, where he enjoyed attending services and being active with his church family.
          Steven had a love for horseback riding and traveling, especially exploring the western United States.  He was often seen dressed in his western attire and had a genuine passion for all things western.  Among his favorites were the classic western movies and the legendary actors John Wayne and Clint Eastwood.  His love of the western lifestyle was a special part of who he was and brought him great joy throughout his life.
          Steven is survived by his sisters,  Carolyn Bender  (companion, Cynthia Buddenbaum),  Dianna Davis,  and  Debbie Edwards;  nephew,  David (Debbie) Howell, nieces,  Denise (Steve) Jordan,  and  Tina (Scott) Wampler,  nephews,  Doug Bender,  Daren Bender,  Woodrow "Scott" (Jamie) Muse,  Kevin (Anna) Muse,  Justin (Tina) Edwards  and  Ryan Edwards;  and his beloved dog, Lady, and cat, Princess.  He was preceded in death by his wife,  Frankie (Bray) Howell,  parents, brother,  Howard E. Howell, Jr.,  and his sister,  Gloria Edwards.
          A private graveside service was held in Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin, Indiana.  A memorial service will be held at noon on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the Living Waters Apostolic Church, 1110 Amos Road, Shelbyville, Indiana, with Reverend Josh Kiner officiating.  Family and friends may gather at the church at 11am.  Funeral directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Steven’s family.  Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The  Kokomo  Tribune
Howard County, Indiana
June 24, 1935
Page 7
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HOOSIER  FLIER  KILLED  IN
NEWLY-PURCHASED  PLANE
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Shelbyville, Ind., June 23
          A few minutes after buying an airplane today from Seymour Aviation club,  Howard Howell, 23, of Shelbyville, was killed when the ship went into a dive and crashed on the  Elmer Amos  farm, 11 miles southeast of here.  The ship caught fire, witnesses said, immediately after hitting the ground.  Robert Curry, of the Seymour Aviation club, reported the plane was in good condition when Howell took off from the airport there, but failed to gain altitude rapidly and struck the topmost branches of a tree at the outskirts of the field.  Howell righted the plane; however Curry said, and continued his f light.
Contributed by Janet McColley Franklin


Obituary Elmer Howell, Shelby Democrat, Shelbyville, Indiana; Thursday, September 10, 1914 (weekly paper)

Obituary for Emma Lee Howell, Shelby Democrat, Shelbyville, Indiana; Thursday, April 17, 1913 (from Saturday's daily)

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