William Howard Obituary William Earl Howard, fondly known as Bill to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the age of 79 in his hometown of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Born to the late George and Evelyn (Jacoby) Howard on June 12, 1945, in the same beloved town, Bill's life was a testament to his dedication to his family, his work, and his community. Bill grew up in the heart of Bethlehem and was a proud graduate of Fountain Hill High School. His early interest in mechanics and how things worked guided his career path. He began his professional life at Wilson Volkswagen, where he honed his skills and became a respected mechanic. Bill's expertise and work ethic led him to a successful tenure at Mack Trucks, where he contributed significantly to the company's growth and reputation for quality. His final professional years before retirement were spent at the Walgreen distributing plant, where his colleagues valued his dependability and camaraderie. In his personal life, Bill was a loving and devoted husband to his late wife, Suzanne Howard. Together, they shared many cherished memories until her passing. Surviving Bill is his brother, Robert Howard of Allentown, who will remember him not just as a sibling but as a true friend. Bill's generous spirit will also live on through his niece, Lori Wittner, and her husband, Clay, of Barto, as well as his nephew, Robert Howard, and his wife, Mui, of Yardley. Each family member will carry forward the love and lessons they received from Bill. Beyond his family and work, Bill had a passion for the outdoors and was an active member of the Unami Fish and Game Protective Association, Inc. in Emmaus, PA. A funeral service will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Cantelmi Long Funeral Home- 500 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018, where family will receive relatives and friends from 12 P.M. until the time of service. Interment will conclude services at Fountain Hill Cemetery- 1259-1317 Graham Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Bills name to Animals in Distress- 5075 Limeport Pike, Coopersburg, PA 18036. Please click here to view the video tribute Services Visitation Friday November 22, 2024 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Cantelmi Long Funeral Home 500 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA Funeral Service Friday November 22, 2024 1:00 PM Cantelmi Long Funeral Home 500 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 Interment Friday November 22, 2024 2:00 PM Fountain Hill Cemetery 1121 Graham Street Fountain Hill, PA