David E. Howard, Jr.

Howard, David E., Jr., age 30, beloved son, father, brother ,uncle , and friend, of Dayton, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, February 9, 2013.

He is survived by his parents, David E. Sr. and Elizabeth I. Howard; 3 children, twin sons, Denver R. and Devin E., and youngest son David E.III; siblings, Crystal N. Lenda, Leslie R. Swinford and husband Mike, Michelle L. Howard, Hope D. Summer, Mark A. Toney and wife, Rikki, and Lisa M. Howard-Girard and husband J.P. David is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Jason L. Kennison II, Mark A. Toney Jr., Taylor N. Norris, Coy P. Girard, Stephen D.Summer, Spencer D. Howard, Savannah M. Summer, Shelbe R. Toney, Luke M. Swinford, Tori M. Cross, Noah A. Toney, Peyton N. Toney, and Cole A. Howard; and his many friends.

David was a very inspirational person who was incredibly patient and kind, with a heart of gold. He had a very special relationship and bond with the children in his life. David will be deeply missed and never forgotten.