[ashes@work]

Sorry to hear that Mike.. Death is definitely the worst part of life.

Glad to hear you got there though before his time was gone even if it were for only 10 minutes.

I would do anything to have had 10 minutes with any of my grandparents before they passed.

[Stoner]

My condolences, Mike.

[hannab]

Mike, your grandfather looked like a special man, my condolences, and special prayers for your Grandmother

[Oceana908]

Sincere condolences on your loss.

[ACA529]

I'm sorry to hear this, Mike. May your Grandfather rest in peace.

[valis]

My condelensces Mike.....I, too, know what a loss like that is like.....but I bet he lived a full life, and was damn proud of his offspring.

[usgsret]

Mike,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather.

[RT]

You have my sympathies and prayers, Mike.
God bless you and your family.

[telecom69]

Sincere Condolences Mike on your loss..

Without John Glenn Howis of course there would have been no TSG, we all owe him for that .... R.I.P Sir .....

[WildWoman]

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Grandfather to you, your entire family and most especially, your Grandmother.

When Someone You Love Becomes A Memory,
That Memory Becomes A Treasure...
In Loving Memory Of My Dad, 12/18/13 - 10/17/2005
and my brother, 11/08/43 - 7/29/2003

[cwwozniak]

Sincere condolences Mike and to your family.

[mjbyyz]

Mike: You look like a happy family - I was sad to hear of your Grandfather's passing but glad that you were able to be there when he died, and for your grandmother. 60 years together is no mean feat! May God bless you all.
John - 070214-22:35EST

[Allan Murray]

Dear Mike. Sorry to hear of our sore bereavement. Obviously you have much to be thankful for. May the Lord bless you and keep you. Allan.

[TechGuy]

Thank you all for your kind comments! We leave this evening for Pittsburgh -- the funeral is tomorrow.

John Glenn Howis 84 of Donora passed away peacefully on Saturday February 9, 2007 surrounded by his family at Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh, following a brief illness. Mr Howis was born in Donora on October 27, 1922 a son of the late William Thomas and Maude Stacey Howis. He was a 1940 graduate of Donora High School and a 1947 graduate of Penn State University as a metallurgical engineer, He also attended Virgina Polytechnical Institute in Virginia and California University of Pa. He was a decorated WWII veteran serving in the South Pacific (Guadal Canal). Mr Howis retired from US Steel Corp working in Donora as chief plant metallurgist and later in Pittsburgh as the general manager of rod and wire technology. He was a member of AARP; Penn State Alumni Assoc, Friends of Donora Public Library, Tri-County Lodge #643 F&AM, and Calvary United Presbyterian Church in Donora. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Marjorie Suffolk Howis; two daughters and sons in law Patricia (Harry Jr.) Bellora of Monongahela; Sandra (Mike Sr) Cermak of Waynesboro Pa; Four grandchildren, of whom he was very proud Stacee Rutherford of Donora, Adam Bellora of Monongahela, Michael Cermak Jr and his wife Heather of Chambersburg, and Glenn H Cermak and fiancee Laura of Shippensburg. Also survived by his beloved cat Socks. Glenn loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed gardening and reading especially mysteries. Glenn was known for his interest in genealogy and local history especially Cement City. He enjoyed traveling and had visited Egypt, China, Japan, Germany, Guatemala, and England to name a few. He will be immensely missed by his family and friends. They will especially remember his quick wit and clever sense of humor. As per Glenn's wishes there will be no viewing or visitation. Burial will be at the discretion of the family. Donations in his memory may be made to the Donora Public Library, the Donora Elementary Center Library, or the charity of one's choice. The James A rabe Funeral Home Inc., Donora is in charge of arrangements.

[cybertech]

Sorry to hear this Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.